© Stephen Album Rare Coins
© Stephen Album Rare Coins
1 Pentachalkon - Azilises Indo-Scythian 57 BC - 35 BC
| Copper | 11.67 g | - |
| Issuer | Indo-Scythian Kingdom |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 57 BC - 35 BC |
| Value | Pentachalkon (5⁄48) |
| Currency | Drachm (200 BC to 400 AC) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 11.67 g |
| Size | 22 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Square (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#198955 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Humped bull walking right with Kharoshthi letter to the left, Greek letter to the right, and surrounded by Kharoshthi legend
Lettering:
maharajasa rajarajasa mahi
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ayilishasa
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Pentachalkon - Azilises (Indo-Scythian) coin is that it features a unique blend of Greek and Indian cultural influences in its design. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of King Azilises, who is depicted with a distinctive Indian-style headdress and a Greek-style beard. This fusion of styles reflects the cultural exchange and syncretism that occurred during the Indo-Scythian period, when Greek and Indian cultures came into contact with each other through trade and political exchange.
