Tetradrachm - Hermaeus Soter with Calliope

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IssuerIndo-Greek Kingdom (India (ancient))
Year90 BC - 70 BC
TypeStandard circulation coin
ValueTetradrachm (4)
CurrencyDrachm (200 BC to 10 AC)
CompositionSilver
Weight9.82 g
Dimensions27 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered
OrientationMedal alignment ↑↑
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) Bop#1B , SNG ANS 9#1317-18
Obverse descriptionJugate busts of King Hermaios with Calliope facing right, legend around.
Obverse scriptGreek
Obverse letteringBAΣIΛEΩΣ ΣΩTHPOΣ EPMAIOY KAI KAΛΛIOΠHΣ
(Translation: From King Hermaios, the Saviour, with Calliope)
Reverse descriptionHermaios, in military attire, on horse rearing right, bow in bow case and spear attached to saddle; monogram to lower right
Reverse scriptKharosthi
Reverse letteringMaharajasa tratarasa Hiramayasa Kaliyapaya
EdgePlain
Mint
MintageND (90 BC - 70 BC)  - -
Catalog ID5786450800
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