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Lot No.153
AUC38
Ancient India
Auction Date: 24-04-2021
Silver
Western Kshatrapas, Abhira interlude, silver drachm of Ishwaradatta (242-243 AD), Year 2, Fishman 24.2.2, 2.40g. Obv: Profile bust of king facing right, illegible 'Greek' legend around; Brahmi number '2' behind head. Rev: Dynastic emblem in centre; Brahmi legend (Rajño Mahakshatrapasa) Ishwaradattasa Varshe Dwiteeye.
Very fine, Very rare.
Ishwaradatta's issues of second regnal year are much rarer in comparison to those of the first year. Quite likely, the short Abhira interlude that ensued with Ishwaradatta, came to an end in the second year.
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Estimated Price :
Rs. 18,000-22,000
Sold For :
Rs. 22,000
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