PARTHIA. Vologases V, ca. A.D. 191-207/8. AR Drachm (3.89 gms), Ekbatana Mint. NGC Ch MS★, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 5/5.Sellwood-86.3; Shore-448. Obverse: Diademed facing bust, wearing long beard and with hair in bunches above head and over ears; Reverse: Archer (Arsakes I) seated right on throne, holding bow; monogram below bow. About as exceptional and exemplary of an ancient coin as youre ever going to find, this tremendous example offers intense luster that radiates throughout along with a pleasing light cabinet tone accentuated by golden highlights. The strike is bold and especially transfixing on the obverse, with the king gazing back at the viewer. A true connoisseurs coin in each and every aspect.
