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Didrachm - Huviska
| Copper | 6.77 g | 13 mm |
| Issuer | Kushan Empire (India (ancient)) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Huvishka (Οοηϸκι) (152-191) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 155-189 |
| Value | Didrachm (2) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 6.77 g |
| Diameter | 13 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#414027 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
MIOPO, The Sun-god Mithras (or Possibly Mao), standing left, diademed with radiate disk, clad as the king, right hand outstretched and resting left hand on sword at waist, tamgha to left. Bactrian legend right
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Kushan Empire, which issued the Didrachm - Huviska coin, was a powerful and influential empire that existed in ancient India and parts of Central Asia from the 1st to the 3rd century AD. At its peak, the Kushan Empire was known for its military prowess, cultural achievements, and religious tolerance, and it played a significant role in the spread of Buddhism and other religions across Asia.
