{"product_id":"ancient-india-western-satraps-silver-drachm-3rd-century-ad-ar-drachm-pnc-certified-vf","title":"Ancient India – Western Satraps Silver Drachm - 3rd Century AD • AR Drachm • PNC Certified VF","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAncient India – Western Satraps Silver Drachm - 3rd Century AD • AR Drachm • PNC Certified VF\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l4 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRegion:\u003c\/b\u003e Western Satraps (Ancient India)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l4 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDate:\u003c\/b\u003e 3rd Century AD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l4 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDenomination:\u003c\/b\u003e AR Drachm (Silver)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l4 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCertification:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003ePNC Certified – VF (Very Fine)\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l4 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMetal:\u003c\/b\u003e Silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l4 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e VF detail with clear legends and strong portrait\/altar elements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eObverse\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eStylized bust of the ruling Satrap, typically facing right\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eDistinctive headdress and facial profile common to Western Satraps issues\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eGreek‑influenced border and legend elements (varies by ruler)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReverse\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eChaitya (Temple) \/ Three‑arched hill\u003c\/b\u003e motif\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eBrahmi legend around\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eClassic Western Satraps religious symbolism and regional artistry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHistorical Significance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWestern Satraps drachms are prized for their blend of \u003cb\u003eIndo‑Greek, local Indian, and early regional dynastic influences\u003c\/b\u003e. These coins circulated widely across Western India and remain a staple for collectors of:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l3 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eAncient India\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l3 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eIndo‑Scythian \/ Indo‑Greek transitional periods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l3 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eEarly silver drachm series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l3 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eCertified ancient coins with strong VF detail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCollector Appeal\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo5; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eCertified VF — ideal balance of detail and affordability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo5; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eClear iconography on both sides\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo5; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eExcellent entry point into ancient Indian numismatics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo5; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eStrong long‑term desirability among world‑coin collectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Western Satraps","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51593316434023,"sku":"C-10762","price":139.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0252\/8601\/7127\/files\/A402157-388-F.jpg?v=1794534027","url":"https:\/\/mancavedugout.com\/products\/ancient-india-western-satraps-silver-drachm-3rd-century-ad-ar-drachm-pnc-certified-vf","provider":"MancaveDugout","version":"1.0","type":"link"}