BAKTRIA, Indo-Greek Kingdom. Menander I, circa 165/55-130 BC. Drachm (Silver, 18 mm, 2.34 g, 12 h), Indian standard, uncertain mint in Paropamisadai or Gandhara. BAΣIΛEΩΣ ΣΩTHPOΣ - MENANΔPOY Diademed heroic bust of Menander I to left, seen from behind, wearing aegis over shoulder and brandishing spear. Rev. 'Maharajasa tratarasa Menamdrasa' ('of Great King Menander the Savior' in Kharoshti) Athena Promachos standing right, holding aegis on left arm and brandishing thunderbolt with her right; to left, monogram. Bopearachchi 6C. HGC 12, 188. Slightly rough, otherwise, very fine.
Price realized | 110 CHF |
Starting price | 25 CHF |