Bactrian Drachm

Discussion in 'Ancient Coins' started by The Big Bad Wolf, May 19, 2016.

  1. dougsmit

    dougsmit Member

    BBW's is one of the nicest I haave seen with that decorated elephant. This come with many different monograms or letters. Doe anyone know their meaning?
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  3. panzerman

    panzerman Well-Known Member

    Beautifull coins, esp. the shape, design. I do not have any Bactrian coins, now I really want some! Yes, armour was needed to protect elephants from arrows, spears, elephant formations were used by the ancients to punch thru enemy infantry, much like the WW2 panzer divisions.
     
  4. chrsmat71

    chrsmat71 I LIKE TURTLES!

    that's a great lookin' coin, it's high on my to get list!

    here's a round AE coin (pentachalkon?) of Azes II....

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  5. Jwt708

    Jwt708 Well-Known Member

    Gosh I want one of those!
     
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