Kingdom of Baktria. Eukratides I Megas, ca. 170-145 BC. Silver Tetradrachm (16.93 g). Diademed heroic bust left, seen from behind, wearing crested helmet adorned with a bull's horn and ear, brandishing spear. Reverse; The Dioskouroi on horseback right, each holding spear and palm frond over shoulder, monogram lower right. Bopearachchi 8B, Bopearachchi and Rahman 255, SNG ANS 485, HGC 12, 132. Boldly struck and lightly toned over lustrous surfaces.
Extremely Fine. Estimated Value $4,000 - UP
Ancient Coins
