Baktria. Scythians of Merv. Silver Tetradrachm, ca 1st cent. BC (14.12 g). Imitating a Baktrian Tetradrachm of Eukratides I. Diademed bust right wearing helmet adorned with a bull's horn and ear.
Reverse; IΛΣIΛΣ MEΓΛΛoY EYKIΛTIΛoY, the Dioskouroi on horses rearing right, holding spears and palm fronds, horse's hooves disconnected, NA monogram before. Hoover 150, MIG 200. Toned.
Very Fine. Estimated Value $750 - UP
Ex J. Malter Sale 32, 1886, Los Angeles, lot 32.
Ancient Coins
