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Lot No.182
AUC26
Ancient India
Auction Date: 21-01-2017
Gold
Samatata region, Gold Dinar of Rajabhata of Khadga dynasty (c. 675-700 AD), ECB SAM16.2, 5.50g. Obv: Stylised and crude representation of 'archer' king holding bow and arrow in each hand, 'Shankha' standard in the backdrop; Brahmi letter Shri to the left of the head and legend Raja / Bhata in two lines, rendered crudely, below the bow. Rev: Crude representation of goddess, facing right making a gesture of reassurance, with curved lines (drapery?) behind her back; traces of crude inscription to right.
Slight edge bruise, Very Fine, Rare.
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Estimated Price :
Rs. 50,000-60,000
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