Indo-Scythian Kingdom Tri-Chalkon- Azes II, -35 – 5
Indo-Scythian Kingdom
Information
Country
Indo-Scythian Kingdom
Indo-Scythian Kingdom
Currency
Indo-Scythian - Drachm
(200)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Pentachalkon
Year
-35 – 5
Ruler
Azes II ("Aζης)
(-35–-12)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Coin alignment ↑↓
Weight (g)
8.25
Diameter (mm)
22
Thickness (mm)
2.5
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Pentachalkon from Indo-Scythian Kingdom. Issued from -35 to 5. Struck in Bronze. Measures 22 mm and weighs 8.25 g.
- Obverse
- King seated cross-legged to front, head left, holding partly unsheathed sword in left hand and whip or ankus in right hand King facing, seated cross-legged on cushion, Kharoshthi vi at left, Greek legend around: BAΣIΛEΩΣ BAΣIΛEΩN MEΓAΛOY / AZOY
- Reverse
- Winged Hermes standing, facing, holding caduceus, control marks to left and right. Hermes standing facing, monograms at left and right, Kharoshthi legend around: Maharajasa rajarajasa mahatasa / Ayasa
- Edge
- Plain
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (35 BC - 5 AD) | — |
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