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Drachma of Menander I155-130 B.C.

Not on view
Silver coin with a profile portrait bust in low relief, surrounded by a Greek inscription in raised capital letters along the rim
Silver coin with a standing figure holding a branch and a dotted oval object, surrounded by Kharosthi script inscription, with worn irregular edges.

Unknown, Drachma of Menander I, 155-130 B.C., Los Angeles County Museum of Art, Indian Art Special Purpose Fund, photo © Museum Associates/LACMA

Artist or Maker
Unknown
Title
Drachma of Menander I
Place Made
India
Date Made
155-130 B.C.
Medium
Silver
Dimensions
Diameter: 5/8 in. (1.59 cm)
Credit Line
Indian Art Special Purpose Fund
Accession Number
M.81.154.5
Classification
Tools and Equipment
Collecting Area
South and Southeast Asian Art
Selected Bibliography
  • Pal, Pratapaditya. Indian Sculpture, vol.1. Los Angeles: Los Angeles County Museum of Art; University of California Press, 1986.