Baktrian Kingdom. Eukratides I. Silver Drachm (4.23 g), ca. 171-145 BC. Diademed, draped, and cuirassed bust of Eukratides I right, wearing crested helmet adorned with bull's horn and ear.
Reverse: BAΣIΛEΩΣ MEΓAΛOY above, EYKPATIΔOY in exergue, the Dioskouroi, holding palm branches and spears, on horses rearing right; to lower right, monogram. Bopearachchi 7J; HGC 12, 136. Boldly struck on a huge, broad flan. Medallic high relief design. Rarely seen this nice!
Superb Extremely Fine. Estimated Value $2,000 - UP
Ancient Coins
