Early historic Indian coinage
Punch-marked silver circulated among expanding states, cities, and trade routes.
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Arachosia / Imitation Of Alexander III Of Macedonia Silver Tetradrachm, 4Th-3Rd Century Bce, Silver Coin
Ancient India Coins4th-3rd century BCE
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Obverse of Arachosia / Imitation of Alexander III of Macedonia Silver Tetradrachm, 4th-3rd century BCE (4th-3rd century BCE, 16.1 g)Images are reviewed by an admin before publication.
Collector data sheet
Physical specifications
CI-BAC-B06-008- Metal
- Silver
- Weight
- 16.1 g
- Diameter
- 26 mm
- Shape
- Circular
- Edge Type
- Plain / unlisted
- Reference Catalog No.
- Quetta-area hoard type; catalog connects it to eastern Arachosia imitations.. Head of Herakles/Alexander right in lion skin / Zeus enthroned left with eagle and sceptre
| Denomination | Tetradrachm |
|---|---|
| Ruler / Issuer | Arachosia / Imitation of Alexander III of Macedonia |
| 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
Arachosia / Imitation of Alexander III of Macedonia is the catalogue attribution for this specimen.
Indian Ocean exchange
Overland and maritime commerce linked South Asia with neighbouring regions.