THE OBVERSE
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DenominationTetradrachm
Country / EmpireIndo-Scythian Kingdom
Obverse DesignKing Azes II on horseback, often holding a spear or whip. Greek legend: ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΝ ΜΕΓΑΛΟΥ ΑΖΟΥ (Basileos Basileon Megalou Azou - 'Of the Great King of Kings Azes').
Reverse DesignCommon types include: Zeus standing left, holding a scepter and thunderbolt; Pallas Athena standing right, holding a spear and shield; or other deities like Tyche. Kharoshthi legend: Maharajasa Rajadirajasa Mahatasa Ayasa ('Of the Great King of Kings Azes').

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