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Lot No.190
AUC26
Ancient India
Auction Date: 21-01-2017
Gold
Samatata region, debased Gold Dinar of Prithubhata of Khadga dynasty (c. 700-750 AD), ECB SAM19.2, 5.41g. Obv: Stylised representation of 'archer' king holding bow and arrow in each hand, 'Nandi' standard in the backdrop; Brahmi letter Shri to the left of the head, Pra below the hand holding the arrow, Ja between the legs and legend Prthu / Bhata in two lines below the bow. Rev: Stylised representation of goddess, facing right making a gesture of reassurance, with curved lines (drapery?) behind her back; crude inscription to right.
Planchet swollen, Fine, Very Scarce.
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Estimated Price :
Rs. 35,000-40,000
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