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Drachma of Mauescirca 75-57 B.C.

Not on view
Silver coin with a standing crowned figure in low relief at center, surrounded by a band of raised Greek lettering along the rim
Silver coin with a winged standing figure in helmet holding a wreath and a staff, surrounded by Kharosthi script inscription along the rim.

Unknown, Drachma of Maues, circa 75-57 B.C., Los Angeles County Museum of Art, Purchased with funds provided by Anna Bing Arnold and Justin Dart, photo © Museum Associates/LACMA

Artist or Maker
Unknown
Title
Drachma of Maues
Place Made
India
Date Made
circa 75-57 B.C.
Medium
Silver
Dimensions
Diameter: 1 1/8 in. (2.86 cm)
Credit Line
Purchased with funds provided by Anna Bing Arnold and Justin Dart
Accession Number
M.84.110.7
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.