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Lot No.166
AUC26
Ancient India
Auction Date: 21-01-2017
Gold
Samatata region, Gold Dinar of Bhaskaravarman, king of Kamarupa (Assam) (c. 640-655 AD), 'Sri Kumara' type, ECB SAM12.2, 5.81g. Obv: Stylised representation of a nimbate 'archer' type king, holding bow in one hand and arrow in the other, with a crudely executed 'Shankha' standard in the backdrop; a 'Chakra' symbol to the left of the king's head and Brahmi legend Sri Ku / mara in two lines below the hand holding the bow. Rev: Stylised female figure standing holding a ball-like object in her hand, and curvilinear drapes behind her back; legend in the right field.
Very Fine+, Very Rare.
It has been postulated that Bhaskaravarman, who held the title of 'Shri Kumara', struck these coins in the Samatata region as a short-time occupation issue during a campaign. The Chakra symbol might be a reference to the Buddhist 'wheel of law'.
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Estimated Price :
Rs. 80,000-1,00,000
Sold For :
Rs. 80,000
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