PARTHIAN KINGS, Vonones I. 8-12 AD. AR Drachm Ekbatana mint (now modern-day Hamadan, Iran). On the obverse, the coin bears the inscription "BACILEYC ONWNHC," the Greek transliteration of "King Vonones," along with a portrait of the king. His bust is diademed, facing left, with the diadem signifying his royal status.
On the reverse, the figure of Nike, the Greek goddess of victory, is depicted walking to the right, holding a wreath and a palm branch, symbols of victory. The reverse inscription reads "BACILEYC ONWNHC (NEIKHCAC) ARTABANON," which can be translated as "King Vonones, victor over Artabanus," commemorating his victory over his rival, Artabanus, in the struggle for the Parthian throne. There is also a monogram positioned before Nike, (possibly indicating the mint or other specific attributes of the coin's origin).
Vonones I was the son of Phraates IV, a notable Parthian king, and had spent time in Rome as a political hostage. His reign, though short, was marked by internal strife. His Roman connections and Greek-influenced upbringing made him unpopular among the Parthian elite, who saw these associations as a threat to Parthian sovereignty and traditions. Despite some military success, including his victory over Artabanus, Vonones was eventually overthrown due to widespread dissatisfaction and the rise of other rival factions. The coin reflects his efforts to assert legitimacy by celebrating his victories and emphasizing his authority during this unstable period. Sellwood 60.5; Shore 329.
Diameter: 20 mm Weight: 3.57 grams

PARTHIAN KINGS, Vonones I. 8-12 AD. AR Drachm Ekbatana mint (now modern-day Hamadan, Iran). On the obverse, the coin bears the inscription "BACILEYC ONWNHC," the Greek transliteration of "King Vonones," along with a portrait of the king. His bust is diademed, facing left, with the diadem signifying his royal status.
On the reverse, the figure of Nike, the Greek goddess of victory, is depicted walking to the right, holding a wreath and a palm branch, symbols of victory. The reverse inscription reads "BACILEYC ONWNHC (NEIKHCAC) ARTABANON," which can be translated as "King Vonones, victor over Artabanus," commemorating his victory over his rival, Artabanus, in the struggle for the Parthian throne. There is also a monogram positioned before Nike, (possibly indicating the mint or other specific attributes of the coin's origin).
Vonones I was the son of Phraates IV, a notable Parthian king, and had spent time in Rome as a political hostage. His reign, though short, was marked by internal strife. His Roman connections and Greek-influenced upbringing made him unpopular among the Parthian elite, who saw these associations as a threat to Parthian sovereignty and traditions. Despite some military success, including his victory over Artabanus, Vonones was eventually overthrown due to widespread dissatisfaction and the rise of other rival factions. The coin reflects his efforts to assert legitimacy by celebrating his victories and emphasizing his authority during this unstable period. Sellwood 60.5; Shore 329.
Diameter: 20 mm Weight: 3.57 grams

Epoche
Vor 1400
Kultur/ Region
Partherreich
Herrscher
Arsaces XXVII / Vonones I (ca. 8-12 n.u.Z.)
Jahr / Periode und Variation
Ekbatana mint. NIKE on Reverse
Nennwert
Drachm
Metall
AR
Zustand
Nicht zertifiziert
Gewicht
3,57 g
Stückzahl
1

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