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Lot No.122
AUC20
Ancient India
Auction Date: 12-04-2015
Base Gold
Gupta Empire, Vishnu Gupta (470-500 AD), Base Gold Dinar of 'Archer' type, Altekar p. 280, 9.65g. Obv: Nimbate king standing, wearing a tunic, holding a strung bow in one hand and an arrow in the other; a 'Garuda' standard to his left, Brahmi legend Vishnu below the arm holding the bow and traces of letters along the margin. Rev: Goddess Lakshmi seated crosslegged on a lotus, holding lotus in one hand and a noose in the other; a symbol in the left field and Brahmi legend Sri Chandraditya to right.
Extremely Fine, Extremely Rare.
The characteristic patina and debasement of this coin strongly suggests its association with the contents of the Kalighat Hoard. This hoard was found in 1783 and is the first hoard of Indian coins to be reported in numismatic literature.
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Estimated Price :
Rs. 2,00,000-2,50,000
Sold For :
Rs. 3,00,000
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