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Drachm: CM.MC.9611-R

Object information

Current Location: In storage

Maker(s)

Ruler: Sinatruces (93 BC-87 BC; 77 BC-70 BC)

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Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1906-11-22) by McClean, J. R.

Dating

-77 - -70

Components of the work

Object composed of silver Diameter 20 mm Weight 4.1 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Draped bust of Sinatruces, left, bearded; wears helmet with star decoration and spiral necklace; border of dots.

  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Arsaces seated right on throne, holding bow.

  • Text: BA?????? ME?A?oY [AP]?AKoY AVToKPAToPo? ???o???oPo?
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

References and bibliographic entries

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.MC.9611-R
Primary reference Number: 236874
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Audit data

Created: Monday 9 September 2019 Updated: Monday 9 September 2019 Last processed: Wednesday 13 December 2023

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Coins and Medals

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