`Didrachm` or AR Unit - Vasudeva I

€1.00
IssuerKushan Empire (India (ancient))
Year190-230
TypeStandard circulation coin
ValueDidrachm (2)
CurrencyDrachm
CompositionSilver (Debased, possibly Billon)
Weight4.2 g
Dimensions16.93 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered
OrientationVariable alignment ↺
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s)
Obverse descriptionKing facing left, sacrificing over an altar, holding a trident in his left.
Obverse scriptKharosthi
Obverse lettering
Reverse descriptionOesho (Shiva) standing facing forward, a bull (Nandi) standing behind, facing forward towards the left field
Reverse scriptKharosthi
Reverse letteringOηþO
(Translation: Shiva)
Edge
Mint
MintageND (190-230)  - -
Catalog ID8914023670
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