Drachm - Apollodotos II (80 BC - 65 BC) front Drachm - Apollodotos II (80 BC - 65 BC) back
Drachm - Apollodotos II (80 BC - 65 BC) photo
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Drachm - Apollodotos II 80 BC - 65 BC

 
Silver 2.1 g 16 mm
Description
Issuer
Indo-Greek Kingdom (India (ancient))
King
Apollodotus II (Απολλόδοτος Β΄ της Ινδίας) (80 BC - 60 BC)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
80 BC - 65 BC
Value
Drachm (1)
Currency
Drachm (200 BC to 10 AC)
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.1 g
Diameter
16 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#66690
Rarity index
83%

Reverse

Athena Alkidemos standing left, holding shield and hurling thunderbolt, Kharoshthi legend around

Script: Kharosthi

Translation: King Apollodotos the Saviour

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The Indo-Greek Kingdom, which issued the Drachm - Apollodotos II coin, was a unique cultural blend of Greek and Indian influences, reflecting the fusion of two great civilizations.