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Lot No.184
AUC37
Ancient India
Auction Date: 19-12-2020
Copper
Kushans, Kanishka I (127-152AD), copper coin, 16.34g. Obv: Nimbate bearded King standing in left profile, wearing tunic and heavy boots, holding spear, sacrificing at an altar; Bactrian legend ShAO KA/NEShKI on either side. Rev: Lunar deity Mao standing left, holding out hand in blessing; Bactrian legend MAO at right and tamgha in left field. Goebl 774, MACW 3079.
Extremely fine, Very rare in such high grade.
A specimen in an exceptional state of preservation which is very rare to come by in Kushan copper coins given their extensive period of circulation.
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Estimated Price :
Rs. 12,000-15,000
Sold For :
Rs. 13,000
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