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Drachme Bilingue - Philoxenus 100 BC - 95 BC
| Silver | 1.9 g | - |
| Issuer | Indo-Greek Kingdom (India (ancient)) |
|---|---|
| King | Philoxenus (Φιλόξενος ο Ανίκητος) (100 BC - 95 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 100 BC - 95 BC |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Drachm (200 BC to 10 AC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.9 g |
| Size | 14 × 14 mm |
| Shape | Square (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#395666 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Caption in Karosthi.
King-rider, helmeted and militarily dressed, galloping to the right; below the horse, a monogram.
Lettering: MAHARAJASA / APADIHATASA / PHILASINASA
Edge
Plain
Comment
BACTRIANE - KINGDOM OF BACTRIAN - PHILOXENUS (100-95 BC)
The reign of Philoxemus seems to fall between those of Heliocles II (110-100 BC), Polyxene (circa 100 BC), Demetrius III Aniketos (circa 100 BC), Diomedes (95-90 BC), Amyntas (95-90 BC) and Epander (95-90 BC).
Interesting fact
The Drachme Bilingue - Philoxenus coin is notable for its unique blend of Greek and Indian influences in its design. The obverse side features a depiction of the Greek goddess Athena, while the reverse side features a depiction of the Indian goddess Lakshmi, highlighting the cultural exchange and syncretism that occurred during the Indo-Greek period.
