Kings of Baktria Tetradrachm - Antimachos I, -171 – -168
Bactra
Information
Country
Kings of Baktria
Kings of Baktria
Currency
Drachm
(305 – 15)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Tetradrachm
Year
-171 – -168
Ruler
Antimachos I (Ἀντίμαχος Α΄ ὁ Θεός)
(-171–-160)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
17
Diameter (mm)
32
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Tetradrachm from Kings of Baktria. Issued from -171 to -168. Struck in Silver. Measures 32 mm and weighs 17 g.
- Obverse
- Diademed and draped bust of Antimachos to right, wearing flat topped kausia.
- Reverse
- Poseidon standing facing, holding trident and long palm with ribbon; in inner right field, monogram. (The god-king Antimachus)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (171 BC - 168 BC) | — |
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