Ancient Silver Parthian Kingdom 2BC-5AD NGC Graded Drachm Phraataces Greek Coin For Sale

This ancient silver drachm from the Parthian Kingdom, dated between 2 BC and 5 AD, was issued under King Phraataces (Phraates V), who ruled jointly with his mother, Queen Musa. The obverse typically features a portrait of Phraataces wearing a diadem or tiara, reflecting Hellenistic artistic influence fused with Parthian royal imagery. The reverse often depicts the seated archer motif, a signature symbol of Parthian power and military prowess, surrounded by Greek inscriptions. Certified and graded by NGC, this coin represents the cultural blend and political intrigue of the late Parthian era at the crossroads of East and West.

The Parthians ruled from 247 BCE to 224 CE creating a vast empire that stretched from the Mediterranean in the west to India and China in the east. East of the Caspian Sea there emerged from the steppe of Central Asia a nomadic Scythian tribe called the Parni. Later called the Parthians and taking over the Seleucid Empire and fending off the Romans, they established themselves as a superpower in their own right. With a unique and extremely successful fighting style, the vast area they conquered put them in contact with goods and cultural influences from different parts of their empire. From these influences, the Parthians not only blended architectural styles to make their own Parthian architecture but they also created their own unique Parthian art and dress.

NGC is the world’s premier ancient coin certification process. It consists of authentication, grading, attribution, and encapsulation in plastic holders or Coin slabs. NGC certification offers significant protection against counterfeiting, misattribution, overgrading, and damage.

This coins authenticity and rarity make it a highly sought-after item. Whether you're a collector or a history enthusiast, this Parthian Kingdom coin is a must-have.

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