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Offered is a distinctive modern restrike commemorating one of the most illustrious rulers of the Greco-Bactrian Kingdom, King Eukratides I ("the Great," circa 171–145 BC). The coin's obverse features a powerful portrait of King Eukratides wearing an elaborately detailed helmet, signifying military strength, authority, and regal power. The helmet, traditionally decorated with symbolic elements, emphasizes his role as a formidable leader, capturing the essence of his significant military and territorial expansion throughout Central Asia and beyond.
The reverse illustrates a dramatic cavalry scene, vividly depicting the king himself charging forward on horseback, wielding a spear, symbolic of military triumph and royal valor. The Greek legend "ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΜΕΓΑΛΟΥ ΕΥΚΡΑΤΙΔΟΥ" ("Of the Great King Eukratides") highlights his esteemed position and serves as testament to his powerful legacy and dominance in the Hellenistic world. This carefully crafted reproduction offers collectors and enthusiasts of ancient numismatics an exceptional opportunity to appreciate the artistic excellence and historical significance associated with the remarkable Greco-Bactrian era.
278,00 Kč