BAKTRIA, Greco-Baktrian Kingdom. Heliokles, circa 145-130 BC. Drachm (Silver, 19 mm, 3.77 g, 1 h). Diademed, draped, and cuirassed bust of Heliokles to right, wearing crested helmet covered with pelt of scales and adorned with head of Gorgon and wing. Rev. ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ - ΔΙΚΑΙΟΥ - ΗΛΙΟΚΛΕΟΥΣ Zeus seated left, holding Nike in her right hand and scepter in her left; to lower left, M. Bopearachchi 4A. HGC 12, 172. Somewhat crystallized, otherwise, very fine.
From a collection of coins from Central Asia.
Price realized | 60 CHF |
Starting price | 25 CHF |