Kushan Empire Unit - Vasishka, 247 – 265
Information
Country
Kushan Empire
Kushan Empire
Currency
Drachm
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Tetradrachm
Year
247 – 265
Composition
Copper
Shape
Round (irregular)
Weight (g)
4
Diameter (mm)
19
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Tetradrachm from Kushan Empire. Issued from 247 to 265. Struck in Copper. Measures 19 mm and weighs 4 g.
- Obverse
- Crowned, diademed king standing facing, holding standard and sacrificing at altar at left.
- Reverse
- Two-armed Shiva standing facing, holding trident and diadem, Bull Nandi left behind.
- Edge
- Plain
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (247-265) | — |
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