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Indo-Greek: Antimachus II, Silver Coin Drachm, Silver Coin

Ancient India Coins174-165 BCE

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Indo-Greek: Antimachus II, Silver Coin Drachm, Silver Coin — Obverse

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Obverse of Indo-Greek: Antimachus II, Silver drachm (c. 174-165 BCE, 2.37 g)

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Physical specifications

CI-BAC-B09-030

Metal: Silver
Weight: 2.37 g
Diameter: 16 mm
Shape: Circular
Edge Type: Plain / unlisted
Reference Catalog No.: CI-BAC-B09-030

Denomination	Drachm
Ruler / Issuer	Antimachus II
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.

India contextc. 6th–2nd century BCE

Early historic Indian coinage

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

India context4th–2nd century BCE

Hellenistic Asia

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

World contextc. 3rd century BCE

Indian Ocean exchange

Overland and maritime commerce linked South Asia with neighbouring regions.

This specimen174-165 BCE

This coin’s issue period

Antimachus II is the catalogue attribution for this specimen.

Overview & History

Period: c. 174-165 BCE. Winged Nike standing left with wreath and palm; Greek legend BAΣIΛEΩΣ NIKHΦOPOY ANTIMAXOY; reverse horseman galloping right with Kharoshthi legend Maharajasa jayadharasa Amtimakhasa.