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Drachm - Menander I 155 BC - 130 BC
| Silver | 2.4 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Indo-Greek Kingdom (India (ancient)) |
|---|---|
| King | Menander I (Μένανδρος ο Δίκαιος) (160 BC - 135 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 155 BC - 130 BC |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Drachm (200 BC to 10 AC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.4 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#406273 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Athena Alcidemos advancing left, brandishing thunderbolt and holding shield; Kharosthi legend around, monogram in lower left field.
Script: Kharosthi
Interesting fact
The Drachm coin of Menander I (155 BC - 130 BC) from the Indo-Greek Kingdom (India (ancient)) made of Silver weighing 2.4 g is interesting because it features a unique blend of Greek and Indian influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts the Greek goddess Athena, while the reverse side shows a seated Indian deity, possibly Lord Shiva or Buddha, surrounded by Greek inscriptions. This fusion of cultural elements reflects the rich cultural exchange that took place between ancient Greece and India during the Indo-Greek period.
