Early historic Indian coinage
Punch-marked silver circulated among expanding states, cities, and trade routes.
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Agathocles Nickel Dichalkon / Double Unit, C. 185-170 Bce, Nickel Coin
Ancient India Coins185-170 BCE
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Obverse of Agathocles Nickel dichalkon / double unit, c. 185-170 BCE (8.07 g)Images are reviewed by an admin before publication.
Collector data sheet
Physical specifications
CI-BAC-B07-015- Metal
- Nickel
- Weight
- 8.07 g
- Diameter
- 20 mm
- Shape
- Circular
- Edge Type
- Plain / unlisted
- Reference Catalog No.
- catalog suggests this crude, unpublished type may be an imitation.. Diademed head right / Zeus standing facing with sceptre and Hecate; Greek legend BASILEOS AGATHOKLEOUS; monogram lower left
| Denomination | Dichalkon / 2 Unit |
|---|---|
| Ruler / Issuer | Agathocles |
| Mint | Unattributed ancient mint/region |
| Rarity | Scarce |
| Estimated Price Range | ₹1,500 – ₹4,000 |
| Era | Ancient India Coins |
Historical orientation
This coin in its time
Dates are contextual and approximate; the highlighted entry is the catalogue issue period.
Hellenistic Asia
New kingdoms and trade links shaped monetary traditions across the north-west.
Indian Ocean exchange
Overland and maritime commerce linked South Asia with neighbouring regions.
This coin’s issue period
Agathocles is the catalogue attribution for this specimen.