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Unknown
Drachma of Menander Icirca 155-130 B.C.

Not on view

Ancient silver coin with a standing figure holding a branch and bowl, flanked by a small elephant at lower center, surrounded by Kharosthi script characters around the rim; worn surface with traces of green patina.

Artist or Maker: Unknown
Title: Drachma of Menander I
Place Made: India
Date Made: circa 155-130 B.C.
Medium: Silver
Dimensions: Diameter: 11/16 in. (1.75 cm)
Credit Line: Purchased with funds provided by Anna Bing Arnold and Justin Dart
Accession Number: M.84.110.5
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.