Didrachm - Wima Takto Kushana
| Copper | 8.371 g | 20.0 mm |
| Issuer | Kushan Empire (India (ancient)) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vima Takto (Οοημο Τακτοο) (80-110) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 90-113 |
| Value | Didrachm (2) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 8.371 g |
| Diameter | 20.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#314734 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
King on horseback right; wearing soft Iranian cap, diadem with long ties, nomad jacket and trousers, pick-axe in right hand, 3 pronged tamga right
[description from Forum Ancient Coins label]
Lettering: BACIΛEV BACIΛEWN CWTHP MEΓAC
Translation: King of kings, great savior
Edge
Plain
Comment
Probably Bagram mint.ANS Kushan 196
Mitchiner ACW 2957
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Kushan Empire's Didrachm coin is that it features a unique blend of Indian and Greek influences in its design. The coin's obverse side features a depiction of the Kushan king, Wima Takto, in a Greek-style crown and robes, while the reverse side features a representation of the Hindu goddess Lakshmi, highlighting the cultural exchange and syncretism that characterized the Kushan Empire.
