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Lot No.76
AUC26
Ancient India
Auction Date: 21-01-2017
Silver
Western Kshatrapas, Karddamaka house, Silver Drachm of Prithivisena, dated SE (143), Fishman 17.1.143 (Mint 'A'),1.90g. Obv: Bust of king to right; blundered Greek legend around, date 143 marginally visible behind the head. Rev: Dynastic emblem in centre; Brahmi legend Rajño Mahakshatrapasa Rudrasenaputrasa Rajñah Kshatrapasa Prthivisenasa.
Very Fine, Very Rare.
Coins of Prithivisena dated SE143 are extremely rare. Fishman reports only two specimens observed. On this coin, the date is only marginally visible; however, we can be pretty certain it is 143.
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Estimated Price :
Rs. 8,000-10,000
Sold For :
Rs. 13,000
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