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Menander
155 - 130 BCE
Chronology of the Indo-Bactrian rulers is based largely
on numismatic evidence. Bactrian coins were imitations of Greek issues,
but they gradually acquired a style of their own. Legend of Indo-Bactrian
coins were inscribed in Greek, Brahmi, and Kharosti scripts.
Square Copper coin of Menander. c.155-130 BCE.
Obverse: Helmeted bust of Menander.
Reverse: Nike.
Weight: 3.46 grams.
Reference: Bop-Series 32, 187-95
Menander. Silver Tetradrachm . c.155-130 BCE.
Obverse: Helmeted bust of Menander.
Reverse: Athena standing with a shield and thunderbolt.
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