Indo-Greek Menander AR Drachm c 165/55-130 BC VF
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- SKU: BFB005761
- Categories: ANCIENTS GREEK ALL
The Indo-Greek Kingdom was a Hellenistic state that came into existence when King Demetrius I of Greco-Bactria invaded India in 200 BC. It blended Indian and Greek cultures, as evidenced by a mix of symbols and language from each civilization on Indo-Greek coins such as this one. Religious practice blended Hinduism and Buddhism with Greek traditions. At its territorial maximum under King Menander I, the Indo-Greek Kingdom spanned regions of modern-day Pakistan, Afghanistan, and northwest India. After two centuries, the nation collapsed around 10 AD after invasions from nomadic tribes.
Obverse: BAΣIEΛΩΣ ΣΩTHPoΣ MENANΔPοΥ (translation: King Menander Soter) Diademed, draped, and cuirassed bust of Menander facing right, wearing crested helmet covered with pelt of scales and adorned with wing.
Reverse: Athena advancing left holding shield; monogram to right.
Reference: Similar to Bop 16I, SNG ANS 9 879-892, and MIG 218b
Obverse: BAΣIEΛΩΣ ΣΩTHPoΣ MENANΔPοΥ (translation: King Menander Soter) Diademed, draped, and cuirassed bust of Menander facing right, wearing crested helmet covered with pelt of scales and adorned with wing.
Reverse: Athena advancing left holding shield; monogram to right.
Reference: Similar to Bop 16I, SNG ANS 9 879-892, and MIG 218b
