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Drachm In the name of Hermaeus 70 BC - 50 AD
| Copper | 1.92 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Indo-Greek Kingdom (India (ancient)) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 70 BC - 50 AD |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Drachm (200 BC to 10 AC) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 1.92 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#60334 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Athena to left, brandishing thunderbolt and holding shield; Karosthi legend around, monogram in field to right.
Comment
Posthumous IssueInteresting fact
The Indo-Greek Kingdom, which issued this coin, was a unique cultural and political entity that emerged in the 2nd century BC, when Greek colonists from Bactria (present-day Afghanistan) established their rule over parts of the Indian subcontinent. This coin, bearing the name of Hermaeus, is a testament to the blending of Greek and Indian cultures that characterized the Indo-Greek Kingdom.
