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2 Tetradrachm - Vima Kadphises
| Copper | 6.69 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Kushan Empire (India (ancient)) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vima Kadphises (Οοημο Καδφισης) (110-127) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 100-128 |
| Value | 2 Tetradrachm (8) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 6.69 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#170092 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Shiva holding trident in right upper hand in front of Nandi bull to right. Tamgha of Vima Kadphises in left upper field. Kharoshthi inscription surrounding.
Translation: Maharajasa Savarloga Mahishvarasa Vima Kapiphasa Tradata.
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Tetradrachm coin from the Kushan Empire is that it features a unique blend of Indian and Greek influences in its design. The coin's obverse side features a depiction of Vima Kadphises, the ruler of the Kushan Empire, in a style that is reminiscent of Greek coinage, while the reverse side features a seated figure of the Hindu deity Shiva, indicating the influence of Indian culture on the coin's design. This blending of cultural influences is a testament to the diverse and multicultural nature of the Kushan Empire, which was a major power in the ancient world.
