1 Drachm - Apollodotus II (80 BC - 65 BC) front 1 Drachm - Apollodotus II (80 BC - 65 BC) back
1 Drachm - Apollodotus II (80 BC - 65 BC) photo

1 Drachm - Apollodotus II 80 BC - 65 BC

 
Silver 2.2 g 17.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Indo-Greek Kingdom (India (ancient))
King
Apollodotus II (Απολλόδοτος Β΄ της Ινδίας) (80 BC - 60 BC)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
80 BC - 65 BC
Value
Drachm (1)
Currency
Drachm (200 BC to 10 AC)
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.2 g
Diameter
17.5 mm
Thickness
1.75 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#38847
Rarity index
60%

Reverse

Athena standing left, holding aegis
on outstretched left arm, hurling thunderbolt with right hand, monogram at left.
Kharoshthi legend around

Lettering: maharajasa tratarasa / apaladatasa

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Apollodotus II 1 Drachm coin is that it features a unique blend of Greek and Indian cultural influences in its design. The obverse (front) side of the coin depicts a portrait of King Apollodotus II, while the reverse (back) side features a representation of the Hindu goddess Lakshmi, who was revered as the goddess of wealth and prosperity in ancient India. This fusion of cultural motifs reflects the cultural exchange and syncretism that occurred during the Indo-Greek period, where Greek and Indian traditions coexisted and influenced each other.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (80 BC - 65 BC)  - - - - - -

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