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The attributions and cataloging of Parthian coins used throughout this web site follow David Sellwood's An Introduction to the Coinage of Parthia (1980, 2nd edition) for consistency. The few exceptions to this policy are explained here.
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SeleuciaSeleucia Civic IssueAE Dichalkous, 1.23g, 13mm, die axis = 1h Mint/ Seleucia, undated Obv/ bust of Tyche right Rev/ humped bull standing right; in front ΔΥ, above ΠΤ Prov/ collection Robert A. DeRose, Jr. Photo/ by Chris Hopkins - Sellwood 92.34 variant (dichalkous) |
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Ecbatana
Civic Issue |
Ecbatana Civic Issue AE Chalkous Mint/ Ecbatana, October 1, 24 B.C. Obv/ head of Tyche right; circular border of dots Rev/ three-line Greek inscription ΔΚΣ / ΔΙΟΥ / Α; no border Note/ probably dated according to the Arsacid era Photo/ by permission Rian Thum - Sellwood 92.37 |
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