Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Coins-Inscribedca. A.D. 55–8Artwork Details
| Title | Drachm |
| Medium | Silver |
| Dimensions | 0.09 in. (0.23 cm) |
| Classification | Metalwork-Coins-Inscribed |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Date | ca. A.D. 55–8 |
| Credit Line | Bequest of Joseph H. Durkee, 1898 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Parthian |
| Period | Parthian |
| Date Range | 55 AD – 58 AD |
Provenance
| Region | Iran |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 322357