Indo-Parthian Coins

Description: This quiz will test your knowledge on Indo-Parthian Coins, a type of ancient coinage issued by the Indo-Parthian rulers who ruled parts of the Indian subcontinent from the 1st century BCE to the 3rd century CE.
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Which Indo-Parthian ruler is known for issuing coins with the legend "BASILEWS BASILEWN ARSAKOU"

  1. Gondophares

  2. Abdagases I

  3. Pakores

  4. Sanabares


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gondophares was the first Indo-Parthian ruler to issue coins with the legend "BASILEWS BASILEWN ARSAKOU", which means "King of Kings of the Arsacids" in Greek.

What was the primary metal used for minting Indo-Parthian coins?

  1. Gold

  2. Silver

  3. Copper

  4. Bronze


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The majority of Indo-Parthian coins were minted in silver, although some gold and copper coins were also issued.

Which Indo-Parthian ruler is known for issuing coins with the image of a horse on the obverse?

  1. Gondophares

  2. Abdagases I

  3. Pakores

  4. Sanabares


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Pakores was the first Indo-Parthian ruler to issue coins with the image of a horse on the obverse, a symbol of power and prestige.

What was the primary language used on Indo-Parthian coins?

  1. Greek

  2. Aramaic

  3. Sanskrit

  4. Prakrit


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Greek was the primary language used on Indo-Parthian coins, as it was the lingua franca of the Hellenistic world at the time.

Which Indo-Parthian ruler is known for issuing coins with the legend "MAHARAJASA RAJARAJASA"

  1. Gondophares

  2. Abdagases I

  3. Pakores

  4. Sanabares


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sanabares was the last Indo-Parthian ruler to issue coins with the legend "MAHARAJASA RAJARAJASA", which means "Great King, King of Kings" in Sanskrit.

What was the primary weight standard used for minting Indo-Parthian coins?

  1. Attic standard

  2. Roman standard

  3. Indian standard

  4. Persian standard


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Attic standard, a weight standard used in ancient Greece, was the primary weight standard used for minting Indo-Parthian coins.

Which Indo-Parthian ruler is known for issuing coins with the image of a camel on the reverse?

  1. Gondophares

  2. Abdagases I

  3. Pakores

  4. Sanabares


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Abdagases I was the first Indo-Parthian ruler to issue coins with the image of a camel on the reverse, a symbol of trade and commerce.

What was the primary purpose of issuing Indo-Parthian coins?

  1. Trade

  2. Religious purposes

  3. Commemorative purposes

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Indo-Parthian coins were issued for various purposes, including trade, religious purposes, and commemorative purposes.

Which Indo-Parthian ruler is known for issuing coins with the legend "BASILEWS MEGALOU"

  1. Gondophares

  2. Abdagases I

  3. Pakores

  4. Sanabares


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gondophares was the first Indo-Parthian ruler to issue coins with the legend "BASILEWS MEGALOU", which means "Great King" in Greek.

What was the primary design element on the reverse of Indo-Parthian coins?

  1. A deity

  2. An animal

  3. A plant

  4. A geometric pattern


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The primary design element on the reverse of Indo-Parthian coins was typically a deity, such as Zeus, Athena, or Heracles.

Which Indo-Parthian ruler is known for issuing coins with the image of a lion on the reverse?

  1. Gondophares

  2. Abdagases I

  3. Pakores

  4. Sanabares


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sanabares was the last Indo-Parthian ruler to issue coins with the image of a lion on the reverse, a symbol of strength and power.

What was the primary function of Indo-Parthian coins?

  1. Currency

  2. Ornaments

  3. Religious objects

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The primary function of Indo-Parthian coins was as currency, used for trade and commerce.

Which Indo-Parthian ruler is known for issuing coins with the legend "BASILEWS BASILEWN"

  1. Gondophares

  2. Abdagases I

  3. Pakores

  4. Sanabares


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gondophares was the first Indo-Parthian ruler to issue coins with the legend "BASILEWS BASILEWN", which means "King of Kings" in Greek.

What was the primary metal used for minting Indo-Parthian gold coins?

  1. Gold

  2. Silver

  3. Copper

  4. Bronze


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Indo-Parthian gold coins were minted in pure gold, without any alloying.

Which Indo-Parthian ruler is known for issuing coins with the image of a bull on the reverse?

  1. Gondophares

  2. Abdagases I

  3. Pakores

  4. Sanabares


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Abdagases I was the first Indo-Parthian ruler to issue coins with the image of a bull on the reverse, a symbol of strength and virility.

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