Obol - Eukratides I

€185,674.00
IssuerKings of Baktria
Year170 BC - 145 BC
TypeStandard circulation coin
ValueObol (⅙)
CurrencyDrachm (305-15BC)
CompositionSilver
Weight0.72 g
Dimensions11.0 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered
Orientation
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) SNG ANS 9#496
Obverse descriptionDiademed and draped bust of Eukratides to right, wearing Macedonian helmet adorned with bull’s horn and ear
Obverse script
Obverse lettering
Reverse descriptionThe two caps of the Diokouroi, each with a palm branch beside it. Below, monogram of ΗΜΑ
Reverse scriptGreek
Reverse letteringΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΕΥΚΡΑΤΙΔΟΥ ΗΜΑ
(Translation: Of king Eukratides)
Edge
Mint
MintageND (170 BC - 145 BC)  - -
Catalog ID1048776960
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