Baktrian Kingdom, Antialkidas; AE Hemiobol; Zeus/caps of the Dioskuri
Description:
Baktrian Kingdom, Antialkidas (ca. 127 - 120 BC). AE Quadruple Unit (Hemiobol). BAΣIΛEΩΣ NIKHΦOΡOΥ ANTIAΛKIΔOΥ; laureate bust of Zeus right, thunderbolt over shoulder / Karoshti legend; caps of the Dioskouroi, palms between, monograms below.
Diameter:
AE20 mm
Weight:
8,36 g
Grade:
aVF/gF
Attribution:
Bopearachchi 17C; SNG ANS 1131-3
Commentary:
rare; dark green patina, minor deposits and roughness
History:
Antialkidas' name is mentioned on the Heliodorus pillar - a stone pillar in central India erected by Heliodorus, who was an ambassador of Antialkidas.
Article Number:
036-06-02-44365