Journey of the Magi – Ancient Silver Coin from the Time of the Wise Men (King Azes II)

Azes II Silver Tetradrachm (35 BC - AD 5) — Journey of the Magi

Authentic silver tetradrachm from Indo-Scythian King Azes II — potential "King from the East" who sent Wise Men to honor newborn Jesus.

Cultural Fusion Design

• Obverse: Mounted king on horseback — dynamic Indo-Scythian portrait

• Reverse: Hellenistic deities w/ Indian influence; bilingual Greek/Kharosthi script

Technical Specifications

• Material: Pure ancient silver (AR)

• Denomination: Tetradrachm (major trade coin)

• Period: c. 35 BC - AD 5

• Region: Afghanistan/N. India (Magi homeland)

Biblical Nativity Connection

• Scholars link Azes II coins to Matthew 2 Magi journey

• Traveled Incense Road linking East to Bethlehem

• Greek-Indian-Central Asian cultural crossroads

• Tangible link to Christmas star-followers bearing gifts

Collector Masterpiece

Ultimate Nativity scene relic. Silver bridge from Eastern Wise Men legend to archaeological reality.

Note: Coins shown are representative examples of grade/type, not actual specimens.