Early historic Indian coinage
Punch-marked silver circulated among expanding states, cities, and trade routes.
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Pre-Seleucid / Sophytes Silver Drachm, Late 4Th Century Bce, Silver Coin
Ancient India Coins4th century BCE
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Obverse of pre-Seleucid / Sophytes Silver Drachm, late 4th century BCE (4th century BCE, 3.79 g)Images are reviewed by an admin before publication.
Collector data sheet
Physical specifications
CI-BAC-B06-004- Metal
- Silver
- Weight
- 3.79 g
- Diameter
- 14 mm
- Shape
- Circular
- Edge Type
- Plain / unlisted
- Reference Catalog No.
- catalog notes identity of Sophytes is uncertain; praised as a masterpiece of coin engraving.. Helmeted bust of Sophytes right / cock standing right, caduceus behind; Greek legend SOPHYTOY
| Denomination | Drachm |
|---|---|
| Ruler / Issuer | Pre-Seleucid / Sophytes |
| Mint | Unattributed ancient mint/region |
| Rarity | Scarce |
| Estimated Price Range | ₹5,000 – ₹12,000 |
| Era | Ancient India Coins |
Historical orientation
This coin in its time
Dates are contextual and approximate; the highlighted entry is the catalogue issue period.
Hellenistic Asia
New kingdoms and trade links shaped monetary traditions across the north-west.
This coin’s issue period
Pre-Seleucid / Sophytes is the catalogue attribution for this specimen.
Indian Ocean exchange
Overland and maritime commerce linked South Asia with neighbouring regions.