Æ Obol - Hippostratos

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IssuerKings of Baktria
Year65 BC - 55 BC
TypeStandard circulation coin
ValueObol (⅙)
CurrencyDrachm (305-15BC)
CompositionCopper
Weight17.06 g
Dimensions
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound
Hammered
OrientationMedal alignment ↑↑
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) Bop#8A
Obverse descriptionApollo standing facing right, holding an arrow with both hand
Obverse scriptGreek
Obverse letteringBAΣIΛEΩΣ ΣΩTHΡΩΣ IΠΠOΣTΡATOΥ
(Translation: King Hippostratos, Protector)
Reverse descriptionTripod monogram with symbols on either side and lettering around.
Reverse scriptKharosthi
Reverse letteringMaharaj trat Hiramayasa
(Translation: Just and Victorious King Hippostratos)
Edge
Mint
MintageND (65 BC - 55 BC)  - -
Catalog ID2941144740
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