Kings of Baktria Tetradrachm - Eukratides I, -170 – -145
Information
Country
Kings of Baktria
Kings of Baktria
Currency
Drachm
(305 – 15)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Tetradrachm
Year
-170 – -145
Ruler
Eucratides I (Εὐκρατίδης)
(-171–-145)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
17.06
Diameter (mm)
35
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Tetradrachm from Kings of Baktria. Issued from -170 to -145. Struck in Silver. Measures 35 mm and weighs 17.06 g.
- Obverse
- Diademed heroic bust to left, seen from behind, wearing crested helmet adorned with bull's horn and ear, brandishing spear in right hand.
- Reverse
- The Dioskouroi on horses prancing to right, each holding spear and palm; BAΣIΛEΩΣ MEΓAΛOY above, EYKPATIΔOY below, monogram in lower right field. (Of Great King Eukratides)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (170 BC - 145 BC) | — |
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