Bronze the Magi In Mini Folder (35 BC-5 AD).
Great Holiday Gift.
These Bronze drachm coins date from the reign of Azes II, who was king of Bactria, present day Afghanistan, from 35 B.C. to A.D 5. He was a political descendant of Alexander the Great, who brought Greek culture to the East.
Coin Highlights:
- Comes in protective mini folder with story and certificate of authenticity.
- Obverse: Legend in Greek.
- Reverse: Legend in Indian script, making this coinage among the earliest bilingual coinage.
These Biblical bronze coins are collectible and educational.
Much of Azes's coinage was issued before the birth of Christ, but some had to be struck on the day of Christ's birth, and all were in circulation when Christ lived.
The Magi, Caspar (or Gaspar), Melchior and Balthazar, were thought to be court astrologers from the east. Many scholars believe Caspar to have been a representative sent by "The Great King" Azes II of ancient Bactria to the Holy Land to pay homage to the newborn Jesus.
Much of Azes's coinage was issued before the birth of Christ, but some had to be struck on the day of Christ's birth, and all were in circulation when Christ lived.
The Magi, Caspar (or Gaspar), Melchior and Balthazar, were thought to be court astrologers from the east. Many scholars believe Caspar to have been a representative sent by "The Great King" Azes II of ancient Bactria to the Holy Land to pay homage to the newborn Jesus.
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