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1/4 Stater - Azes II
| Issuer | Indo-Scythian Kingdom |
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| Year | 58 BC - 12 BC |
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| Shape | Round (irregular) |
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| Obverse script | Greek |
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| Reverse description | The reverse presents a standing male deity, likely Zeus or a syncretized Indo-Iranian divinity, shown in frontal or three-quarter view with attributes held in each hand, rendered in a bold, somewhat schematic hammered style characteristic of late Indo-Scythian gold coinage. The figure displays strong Hellenistic artistic influence blended with local iconographic traditions. The field around the deity is irregular and textured, consistent with the hammered flan. The Kharosthi legend encircles the central design, providing the Prakrit equivalent of the royal titulature appearing on the obverse. The inscription reads 'Maharajasa rajatirajasa mahatasa Ayasa', meaning 'of the Great King of Kings, the great Azes'. |
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| Edge | Plain |
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