Lot 74

Indo Greek, Menander I, Silver Drachm

Auction # 5 Lucknow (Online)


  • Estimated Price (INR)
  • 1000 - 1500
  • Price Realised -
  • Auction Completed!

Catalog Reference #
Bopearachchi # Serie 9B
Metal Composition
Silver
Lot Grade/Condition
Very Fine
Diameter
15.64 mm
Weight
1.98 gms
Denomination
Drachm
Calendar/Year
160-145 BC

Indo Greek, Menander I (c. 160-145 BC), Silver Drachm, 1.98 gms, 15.64 mm, Obv. Diademed bust of king left, seen from behind, thrusting spear, Continuous Greek around: BAΣIΛEΩΣ ΣΩTHPOΣ MENANΔPOY, Rev. Athena facing left, holding shield horizontal, Karosthi legend, Bopearachchi # Serie 9B, Very Fine, Very Scarce.