Tetradrachm - Abdagases I - 12 BC-130 AD Province of Arachosia
| Billon | 8.5 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Indo-Parthian Kingdom |
|---|---|
| King | Abdagases I (Ἀβδαγάσης) (46-60) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 55-110 |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm (12 BC-225 AD) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 8.5 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#82364 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Winged Nike standing right, holding wreath and palm
Lettering: MAHARAJASA TRATARASA AVADAGASHASA
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 Abdagases I, the ruler of the Indo-Parthian Kingdom, wearing a Greek-style crown and a long beard, while the reverse side shows a seated figure of the Hindu goddess Lakshmi, flanked by two elephants and a wheel, symbolizing the Buddhist concept of the Dharmachakra or the wheel of law. This fusion of cultural elements reflects the rich cultural exchange that took place along the Silk Road during the period.
