★ A nicely toned drachm of Phraates IV ★

KINGS OF PARTHIA. Phraates IV, circa 38-2 BC. Drachm (Silver, 19 mm, 4.11 g, 12 h), Ekbatana. Diademed and draped bust of Phraates IV to left, being crowned by eagle flying to left behind. Rev. Archer (Arsakes I) seated right on throne, holding bow; below bow, monogram. Sellwood 52.10. Shore 276-8. Sunrise -. Nicely toned. The reverse a bit weak, otherwise, very fine.

From the collection of Dr. Max Blaschegg (1930-2021, with collector’s ticket), ex Schweizerische Kreditanstalt Monetarium FPL 45, spring 1986, 59.