BAKTRIA, Greco-Baktrian Kingdom. Eukratides I Megas. Circa 170-145 BC. AR Tetradrachm

BAKTRIA, Greco-Baktrian Kingdom. Eukratides I Megas. Circa 170-145 BC. AR Tetradrachm

$1,500.00

BAKTRIA, Greco-Baktrian Kingdom. Eukratides I Megas. Circa 170-145 BC. AR Tetradrachm (31mm, 16.88 g, 12h). Diademed, draped, and cuirassed bust right, wearing crested helmet adorned with bull's horn and ear / The Dioskouroi, holding palm fronds and spears, on horses rearing right; monogram in lower right field. Bopearachchi 6X; HGC 12, 131. Toned, Good VF. SKU: RGL

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Description

**BAKTRIA, Greco-Baktrian Kingdom. Eukratides I Megas. Circa 170-145 BC. AR Tetradrachm (31mm, 16.88 g, 12h)**

**Detailed Information:**

**Obverse:**
– **Design**: Diademed, draped, and cuirassed bust of Eukratides I facing right, wearing a crested helmet adorned with a bull’s horn and ear.

**Reverse:**
– **Design**: The Dioskouroi (Castor and Pollux), holding palm fronds and spears, are depicted on horses rearing right. A monogram is present in the lower right field.

**Specifications:**
– **Diameter**: 31mm
– **Weight**: 16.88 grams
– **References**: Bopearachchi 6X; HGC 12, 131
– **Condition**: Toned, Good Very Fine (Good VF)

**Additional Information:**
– **Authenticity**: This coin is guaranteed authentic.
– **Customer Support**: For further information or inquiries, please contact us at 212-319-1077.

This AR Tetradrachm from the Greco-Baktrian Kingdom, issued under Eukratides I Megas, circa 170-145 BC, features a detailed bust of Eukratides on the obverse and the Dioskouroi on the reverse. The coin is in Good Very Fine (Good VF) condition and exhibits a pleasing tone, making it a valuable addition to any collection of ancient coinage.


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