1 Drachm - Kanishka I (127-150) front 1 Drachm - Kanishka I (127-150) back
1 Drachm - Kanishka I (127-150) photo
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1 Drachm - Kanishka I

 
Copper 3.7 g 17 mm
Description
Issuer
Kushan Empire (India (ancient))
Emperor
Kanishka I (Κανηϸκε) (127-152)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
127-150
Value
Drachm (1)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Copper
Weight
3.7 g
Diameter
17 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#54894
Rarity index
80%

Reverse

Solar deity Mithra standing left, holding sword hilt and holding out hand in blessing

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 1 Drachm - Kanishka I (127-150) from Kushan Empire (India (ancient)) made of Copper weighing 3.7 g is that it features a unique blend of Indian and Greek influences in its design. The coin's obverse side bears the image of King Kanishka, while the reverse side features a depiction of the Greek goddess Athena, highlighting the cultural exchange and syncretism that characterized the Kushan Empire.