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Indo-Greek: Apollodotus I, Ae Double Or Hemi-Obol - Copper, Copper Coin

Ancient India Coins174-165 BCE

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Obverse of Indo-Greek: Apollodotus I, AE double or hemi-obol - Copper (c. 174-165 BCE, 9.42 g)

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Collector data sheet

Physical specifications

CI-BAC-B09-027

Denomination	2 Or hemi-obol
Ruler / Issuer	Apollodotus I
Mint	Unattributed ancient mint/region
Rarity	Scarce
Estimated Price Range	₹1,500 – ₹4,000
Era	Ancient India Coins

Historical orientation

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

India contextc. 6th–2nd century BCE

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

India context4th–2nd century BCE

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

World contextc. 3rd century BCE

Overland and maritime commerce linked South Asia with neighbouring regions.

This specimen174-165 BCE

Apollodotus I is the catalogue attribution for this specimen.

Overview & History

Period: c. 174-165 BCE. Apollo standing facing with arrow and bow; reverse tripod within dotted border; Kharoshthi legend on three sides.