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Silver tetradrachm, Bactria, Antimachus I.: CM.YG.3501-R

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Titles

Silver tetradrachm, Bactria, Antimachus I.

Maker(s)

Ruler: Antimachos I (c. 185-70 BC)

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Measurements and weight

Diameter: 29 mm
Die Axis: 0 degrees
Weight: 16.90 g

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Bequeathed (1936) by Young, Arthur W.

Dating

-185 BCE - -170 BCE

Materials used in production

Silver

Techniques used in production

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Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.YG.3501-R
Primary reference Number: 227236
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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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