Baktria, Indo-Greek kingdom. MENANDER I Soter AR Drachm. EF+. Bust to left holding spear.

Obverse: Diademed heroic bust of Menander I to left, seen from behind, wearing aegis over the shoulder and brandishing spear.
Reverse: Athena Alkidemos advancing left, shield decorated with aegis over the arm, hurling thunderbolt; monogram to right; Karosthi inscription around.

Issued by the mythic king Menander I, the most powerful ruler of the indo-greek kingdom of Baktria and the first western ruler to be converted to Buda´s faith.

EF+ condition, practically uncirculated, conserving absolutely full details in both sides, very bold relief and high-quality silver.

Bopearachchi 7B. Circa 155-130 b.C. 2.4 g - 16.5 mm