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Tetradrachm - Eukratides I 175 BC - 145 BC
| Silver | 17.00 g | 32.0 mm |
| Issuer | Kings of Baktria |
|---|---|
| King | Eucratides I (Εὐκρατίδης) (171 BC - 145 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 175 BC - 145 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm (305-15BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.00 g |
| Diameter | 32.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#186290 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
The Dioskouri galloping to right, each holding spear and palm branch. Below right, monogram
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΜΕΓΑΛΟΥ
ΕΥΚΡΑΤΙΔΟΥ
Translation: Of Great King Eukratides
Interesting fact
The Tetradrachm - Eukratides I coin features a unique blend of Greek and Indian influences in its design. The obverse (front) side of the coin depicts the king's portrait, while the reverse (back) side features a seated Zeus, a common deity in Greek mythology. However, the coin's design also incorporates elements of Indian culture, such as the use of the Kharoshthi script, which was used in ancient India, and the depiction of a lion, which was a symbol of power and strength in Indian culture. This blending of cultural influences reflects the rich cultural exchange that occurred along the Silk Road during the Hellenistic period.
