BAKTRIA, Indo-Greek Kingdom. Diomedes, circa 115-105 BC. AE (Bronze, 22x19 mm, 8.30 g, 12 h), uncertain mint in Paropamisadai or western Gandhara. ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ - ΣΩΤΗΡΟΣ - ΔΙΟΜΗΔΟΥ The Dioskouroi standing facing, each holding spear. Rev. 'Maharajasa tratarasa Diyumetasa' ('of the Great King Diomedes the Savior' in Karoshti) Zebu standing right; below, Σ and monogram. Bopearachchi 10C. HGC 12, 286. Minor corrosion, otherwise, good fine.
From the collection of Dr. D. Löer, formed since the 1970s.
Price realized | 75 CHF |
Starting price | 25 CHF |