BAKTRIA, Indo-Greek Kingdom. Antialkidas, circa 130-120 BC. Drachm (Silver, 17 mm, 2.48 g, 12 h). ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΝΙΚΗΦΟΡΟΥ ΑΝΤΙΑΛΚΙΔΟΥ Diademed, draped, and cuirassed bust of Antialkidas to right, wearing crested helmet adorned with bull's horn and ear. Rev. Zeus seated facing slightly to left, holding Nike in his right hand and scepter in his left; to left, forepart of elephant right. Bopearachchi 12C. SNG ANS 1078-84. Toned and attractive. Good very fine.
From the collection of W. F. Stoecklin, Amriswil, Switzerland, acquired from Münzen und Medaillen in Basel prior to 1975.
Price realized | 260 CHF |
Starting price | 35 CHF |