1 Drachm - Sri Satakarni I (180 BC - 124 BC) front 1 Drachm - Sri Satakarni I (180 BC - 124 BC) back
1 Drachm - Sri Satakarni I (180 BC - 124 BC) photo
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1 Drachm - Sri Satakarni I 180 BC - 124 BC

 
Billon 2.67 g 17 mm
Description
Issuer
Satavahana Empire
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
180 BC - 124 BC
Value
1 Drachm
Currency
Drachm (220 BC to 220 AC)
Composition
Billon
Weight
2.67 g
Diameter
17 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#63593
Rarity index
85%

Reverse

Satavahana or Ujjain symbol consisting of four large orbs connected by crossing lines.

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 1 Drachm - Sri Satakarni I (180 BC - 124 BC) from Satavahana Empire made of Billon weighing 2.67 g is that it features an image of Sri Satakarni I, the ruler of the Satavahana Empire, on one side, and an image of a lion on the other side. This coin was used as a medium of exchange during the reign of Sri Satakarni I and was widely circulated throughout the empire.