© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Drachm - Amyntas 95 BC - 90 BC
| Silver | 2.54 g | - |
| Issuer | Kings of Baktria |
|---|---|
| King | Amyntas (Ἀμύντας Νικάτωρ) (95 BC - 90 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 95 BC - 90 BC |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Drachm (305-15BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.54 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#391707 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Zeus Nikephoros seated left, holding statue of Athena, sceptre and palm; in left field, monogram.
Script: Kharosthi
Lettering: 𐨨𐨱𐨪𐨗𐨯 𐨗𐨩𐨢𐨪𐨯 𐨀𐨨𐨁𐨟𐨯
Translation: Of king Amyntas the conqueror (Maharajasa jayadharasa Amitasa)
Comment
Bopearachchi Série 11A.
Interesting fact
The Amyntas Drachm was the first coin to feature the image of a Greek king, which was a departure from the traditional depiction of gods and goddesses on Greek coins. This coin features a portrait of King Amyntas, wearing a crown and a cloak, on the obverse side, while the reverse side shows a seated Zeus holding a scepter and an eagle. This design was a nod to both the Greek and Persian influences on the kingdom of Baktria, and it marked a significant shift in the artistic style of Greek coinage.
