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1 Drachm - Dāmasena
| Silver | 1.65 g | 13.3 mm |
| Issuer | Western Satraps (Indo-Scythian Kingdom) |
|---|---|
| Satrap | Damasena (223-232) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 222-236 |
| Value | 1 Drachm |
| Currency | Drachm (35-405) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.65 g |
| Diameter | 13.3 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#53170 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
Chaitya (3-arched hill), river below, crescent moon and sun above, Brahmi legend around
Lettering: rajno mahakshatrapasa rudrasihasaputrasa rajno mahakshatrapasa damasenasa
Comment
Refer to Plate XIII (402-416) of Catalogue of Indian Coins in the British Museum - Andhra dynasty, the Western Ksatrapas, the Traikutaka & Bodhi dynasty - by Edward Rapson (1908)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Greek and Indian influences in its design. The obverse (front) side of the coin depicts a portrait of King Dāmasena, while the reverse (back) side features a representation of the Hindu deity Kali, highlighting the cultural exchange and syncretism that occurred during the Indo-Scythian period.
