Drachm - Visvasena (292-304) front Drachm - Visvasena (292-304) back
Drachm - Visvasena (292-304) photo

Drachm - Visvasena

 
Silver 1.96 g 14.3 mm
Description
Issuer
Western Satraps (Indo-Scythian Kingdom)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
292-304
Value
1 Drachm
Currency
Drachm (35-405)
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.96 g
Diameter
14.3 mm
Thickness
1.74 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#35038
Rarity index
70%

Reverse

Chahitya, Moon, Sun and Brahmi Legend Around

Lettering: rajno mahakshatrapasa bhartrdamaputrasa rajno kshatrapasa visvasenasa

Comment

Refer to Plate XVI. (709-732) of Catalogue of Indian Coins in the British Museum - Andhra dynasty, the Western Ksatrapas, the Traikutaka & Bodhi dynasty - by Edward Rapson (1908)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Greek and Indian influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts a portrait of King Visvasena, while the reverse side features a representation of the Hindu deity Lord Shiva, highlighting the cultural exchange and syncretism that occurred during the Indo-Scythian period.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (292-304)  - - - - - -

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