Phraates
Arsacid Dynasty
Elymais or Elamais (Ἐλυμαΐς, Hellenic form of the more ancient name, Elam) was an autonomous state of the 2nd century BC to the early 3rd century AD, frequently a vassal under Parthian control. It was located at the head of the Persian Gulf in Susiana (the present-day region of Khuzestan, Iran).Most of the population probably descended from the ancient Elamites, who once had control of that area.
Drachm - Phraates Dashes
Features
| Issuer | Elymais (Parthian Empire (247 BC - 224 AD))  |
|---|---|
| King | Phraates (Late 1st - Early 2nd century) |
| Type | Standard circulation coins |
| Years | 100-150 |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Drachm (247 BC-224 AD) |
| Composition | Bronze (CuSn or CuZn) |
| Weight | 3.72 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Number | N# 85135 |
| References | Haaff Elymais# 14.7.2, BMC Greek# 40-42-43-44-45, GICV# 5902 |
Obverse
Long-bearded bust of king facing left, wearing tiara decorated with pellet in crescent, diadem and earring; pellet in crescent and anchor behind bust. Dotted border.
Reverse
Parallel dashes covering field.
Comments
The Phraates type is differentiated from the Orodes III type (see link) by the crescent and pellet on the tiara.
King Phraates was son of Urud Malka (Orodes), who ruled around middle of the second century A.D.
Numista Rarity index: 77
YOU WILL RECEIVE THE SAME ITEM AS PICTURED.
ALL ITEMS ARE AUTHENTIC AS DESCRIBED
WORLDWIDE... We are not Responsible for Custom Fees, in case if have Any.
Please check out my other listings and we will be happy to combine in one package
Shipping fee combine rule : 1st $ Standart Shipping+2nd $1+3rd $1+..