Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Coins-Inscribedca. 124–87 B.C.Artwork Details
| Title | Silver drachm |
| Medium | Silver |
| Dimensions | 0.1 in. (0.25 cm) |
| Classification | Metalwork-Coins-Inscribed |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Date | ca. 124–87 B.C. |
| Credit Line | Bequest of Joseph H. Durkee, 1898 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Parthian |
| Period | Parthian |
| Date Range | 124 BC – 87 BC |
Provenance
| Region | Iran |
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C
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D
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O
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SD
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D
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E
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 322351