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Indo Greek The Indo-Greek Kingdom - Hippostratos (ca. 65-55 BC) Rare
Indo Greek The Indo-Greek Kingdom - Hippostratos (ca. 65-55 BC) Rare
Indo Greek The Indo-Greek Kingdom - Hippostratos (ca. 65-55 BC) Rare

Indo Greek The Indo-Greek Kingdom - Hippostratos (ca. 65-55 BC) Rare

$ 87.11

Availability: 33 in stock
  • Year: 100-200 BC
  • Era: Ancient
  • Certification: Uncertified
  • Certification Number: na
  • Historical Period: Greek (450 BC-100 AD)
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: India
  • Fineness: 0.999
  • Denomination: Tetradrachm
  • Cleaned/Uncleaned: Uncleaned
  • Provenance: india
  • KM Number: Mitch AC# 2316
  • Date: 155 BC-130 BC
  • Composition: Copper
  • Variety: Azes II
  • Grade: Ungraded

    Description

    This rare Indo-Greek coin from the reign of Hippostratos (ca. 65-55 BC) is a valuable addition to any collection. Made of copper with a fineness of 0.999, this ungraded coin has not been certified but is believed to be genuine. The coin features the bust of Hippostratos on the obverse and a sacrificial scene on the reverse.
    This Tetradrachm coin is a product of the ancient Greek era (450 BC-100 AD) and was minted in India. It has a KM number of Mitch AC# 2316 and is a variety of Azes II. The coin is uncleaned and comes from a period of Greek history that is not well-understood. It is a unique piece of artifact that sheds light on the rich history of the region.
    Apollo standing r., holding arrow / Tripod. Monogram to l., Kharoshthi letter r. (Hoover 458; Bop. Serie 9). Very rare