Kushan Empire Drachm - Kanishka I, 120 – 150
Information
Country
Kushan Empire
Kushan Empire
Currency
Drachm
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Drachm
Year
120 – 150
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Medal alignment ↑↑
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
3.84
Diameter (mm)
16
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Drachm from Kushan Empire. Issued from 120 to 150. Struck in Bronze. Measures 16 mm and weighs 3.84 g.
- Obverse
- Crowned, diademed king standing facing, holding spear and sacrificing at altar at left, Bactrian legend around (King Kanishka)
- Reverse
- Lunar deity Mao standing left, holding sword hilt and holding out hand in blessing, lunar crescents on shoulders, Bactrian legend right:
- Edge
- Plain
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (120-150) | — |
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