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Diodotos I Silver Drachm, C. 250 Bce, Silver Coin

Ancient India Coinsc. 250 BCE

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Collector data sheet

Physical specifications

CI-BAC-B06-027
Metal
Silver
Weight
4.01 g
Diameter
17 mm
Shape
Circular
Edge Type
Plain / unlisted
Reference Catalog No.
CI-BAC-B06-027
DenominationDrachm
Ruler / IssuerDiodotos I
MintUnattributed ancient mint/region
RarityScarce
Estimated Price Range₹5,000 – ₹12,000
EraAncient India Coins
Historical orientation

This coin in its time

Dates are contextual and approximate; the highlighted entry is the catalogue issue period.

India context

Early historic Indian coinage

Punch-marked silver circulated among expanding states, cities, and trade routes.

India context

Hellenistic Asia

New kingdoms and trade links shaped monetary traditions across the north-west.

World context

Indian Ocean exchange

Overland and maritime commerce linked South Asia with neighbouring regions.

This specimen

This coin’s issue period

Diodotos I is the catalogue attribution for this specimen.

Overview & History

Period: Silver drachm, c. 250 BCE. Bust of Diodotos right / Zeus standing left hurling thunderbolt; Greek legend BASILEOS ANTIOCHOU; N monogram and eagle.