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Gold stater, Bactria, Diodotos II.: CM.TM.39-R

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Titles

Gold stater, Bactria, Diodotos II.

Maker(s)

Ruler: Diodotos II (239-30 BC)

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Measurements and weight

Diameter: 17 mm
Die Axis: 180 degrees
Weight: 8.56 g

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Bequeathed (1918) by Tremlett, James Dyer

Dating

-239 - -230

Materials used in production

Gold

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.TM.39-R
Primary reference Number: 227234
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Audit data

Created: Tuesday 18 June 2019 Updated: Wednesday 9 December 2020 Last processed: Tuesday 13 June 2023

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Coins and Medals

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