BAKTRIA, Indo-Greek Kingdom. Menander I, circa 165/55-130 BC. Drachm (Silver, 15 mm, 2.42 g, 12 h), Indian standard, uncertain mint in Paropamisadai or Gandhara. BAΣIΛEΩΣ ΣΩTHPOΣ - MENANΔPOY Diademed and draped bust of Menander I to right. Rev. 'Maharajasa tratarasa Menamdrasa' (in Kharoshti) Athena advancing left, holding shield on her left arm and brandishing thunderbolt with her right; to left, monogram. Bopearachchi 13Q. HGC 12, 191. The obverse struck from a somewhat worn die, otherwise, very fine.
Price realized | 120 CHF |
Starting price | 25 CHF |