Kings of Baktria Stater - Eucratides I, -170 – -145
Information
Country
Kings of Baktria
Kings of Baktria
Currency
Drachm
(305 – 15)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Gold Stater
Year
-170 – -145
Ruler
Eucratides I (Εὐκρατίδης)
(-171–-145)
Composition
Gold
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
8.47
Diameter (mm)
20
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Gold Stater from Kings of Baktria. Issued from -170 to -145. Struck in Gold. Measures 20 mm and weighs 8.47 g.
- Obverse
- High relief, diademed and draped bust of Eucratides right, wearing crested and broad-brimmed Bactrian helmet adorned with bull's horn and ear. All within dotted border.
- Reverse
- The Dioscuri mounted right on rearing horses, holding palm fronds over shoulders and couched spears. A monogram in lower right field. (Of Great King Eukratides)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | unc | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (170 BC - 145 BC) | — | € 87000,00 |
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