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Indo Greek, Philoxenos (c. 125-110 BC), Silver Tetradrachm, 9.80grms, Obv. Greek legend ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΑΝΙΚΗΤΟΥ/ΦΙΛΟΞΕΝΟΥ surrounding a Diademed bust of Philoxenos in horned Boiotian helmet facing right. Rev. Maharajasa Apadihatasa Philasinasa [of Great King Philoxenos the Unconquered] surrounding a Helmeted and armored king charging to right on horseback with a Monogram below. Minted in the Paropamisadai or Gandhara, Bopearachchi Série 5. R2, Very Rare. Philoxenos ruled the eastern Punjab and western India, faced ongoing threats from Yuezhi/Kushan nomads pressing from the northwest, as well as resistance from local tribal confederations asserting autonomy in frontier regions. His reign involved defensive campaigns to protect Greek-controlled territories and maintain Hellenistic influence in the region. To strengthen his position, Philoxenos forged alliances with neighboring Greek cities and Hellenized elites, coordinating military and political support against invading forces. Despite these efforts, his authority remained limited geographically, and his reign represents the final phase of Indo-Greek power before Kushan dominance
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