A.D. 78-120 Pakoros I Silver Drachm

Struck over 1,900 years ago, this attractive silver drachm honors Pakoros I, king of the Parthian Empire. Coming to power after his father’s death in A.D. 78, Pakoros soon encountered opposition from his brother, Vologases II. For the next two years, he would struggle to maintain power before finally defeating his brother. Known as the “king of kings,” the rest of Pakoros’ rule would be spent working to strengthen the empire’s finances. He not only expanded the empire’s relationship with China to include long distance trade routes but also improved trade between the East and West. The coin features a bust of Pakoros I on the obverse while the reverse displays the first King of Parthia, Arsaces I, holding a bow. This coin is sure to impress, order yours today!