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Indo-Parthian Coins

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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Question 1 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

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

  1. Gondophares
  2. Abdagases I
  3. Pakores
  4. Sanabares
Question 2 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

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

  1. Gold
  2. Silver
  3. Copper
  4. Bronze
Question 3 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

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
Question 4 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

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

  1. Greek
  2. Aramaic
  3. Sanskrit
  4. Prakrit
Question 5 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

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

  1. Gondophares
  2. Abdagases I
  3. Pakores
  4. Sanabares
Question 6 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

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

  1. Attic standard
  2. Roman standard
  3. Indian standard
  4. Persian standard
Question 7 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

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
Question 8 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

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

  1. Trade
  2. Religious purposes
  3. Commemorative purposes
  4. All of the above
Question 9 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

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

  1. Gondophares
  2. Abdagases I
  3. Pakores
  4. Sanabares
Question 10 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

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
Question 11 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

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
Question 12 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What was the primary function of Indo-Parthian coins?

  1. Currency
  2. Ornaments
  3. Religious objects
  4. All of the above
Question 13 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

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

  1. Gondophares
  2. Abdagases I
  3. Pakores
  4. Sanabares
Question 14 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

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

  1. Gold
  2. Silver
  3. Copper
  4. Bronze
Question 15 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

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
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