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Silver tetradrachm, Bactria, Agathokles.: CM.22-1971

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Titles

Silver tetradrachm, Bactria, Agathokles.

Maker(s)

Ruler: Agathokles (c.190-80 BC)

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Description

"Pedigree issue" commemorating Diodotus I

Measurements and weight

Diameter: 31 mm
Die Axis: 0 degrees
Weight: 16.74 g

Dating

-190 - -180

Materials used in production

Silver

Techniques used in production

Struck

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.22-1971
Primary reference Number: 227235
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Audit data

Created: Tuesday 18 June 2019 Updated: Wednesday 9 December 2020 Last processed: Tuesday 13 June 2023

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Coins and Medals

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