Drachm - Kanishka I (120-150) front Drachm - Kanishka I (120-150) back
Drachm - Kanishka I (120-150) photo
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Drachm - Kanishka I

 
Bronze 3.84 g 16 mm
Description
Issuer
Kushan Empire (India (ancient))
Emperor
Kanishka I (Κανηϸκε) (127-152)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
120-150
Value
Drachm (1)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Bronze
Weight
3.84 g
Diameter
16 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#116424
Rarity index
87%

Reverse

Lunar deity Mao standing left, holding sword hilt and holding out hand in blessing, lunar crescents on shoulders,
Bactrian legend right:

Lettering: MAO

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Drachm - Kanishka I (120-150) from Kushan Empire (India (ancient)) made of Bronze weighing 3.84 g is that it features a unique blend of Indian and Greek influences in its design. The coin's obverse side features a depiction of King Kanishka, while the reverse side features a representation of the Greek goddess Athena, highlighting the cultural exchange and syncretism that characterized the Kushan Empire.