Sanabarès de Parthie


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Sanabarès de Parthie is a contender in the Parthian kingdom from 50 to 65 AD. J.-C.

Sanabarès is only known by its monetary issues bearing the inscription in Greek "ΒΑΣΙΛΕΥΣ ΣΑΝΑΒΑΡΗΣ" (Basileus Sanabares in French: Sanabares king).

Perhaps of non-Arsacid origin, he governs Margiane from Antioch Margiane (now Merv), the capital of the province. In revolt fifteen years against the central power, he proclaimed himself king with the support of the Kushans. During this period, he is in competition with the sovereigns Arsacides, legitimate or not, following: Bibliography edit code

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