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Lot No.64
AUC45
Ancient India
Auction Date: 19-08-2023
Copper
City state issues of Ancient North India of the post-Mauryan period, (c.200-150 BC) - die-struck copper coin of 'Purisha', a hitherto unknown city state in Eastern Malwa, unpublished and of high significance, 4.33g. Obv: 'Ujjain’ symbol and Brahmi legend Purisho. Rev: blank.
Extremely fine, Extremely rare.
The type and fabric of the coin is very similar to the coins of Tripuri, a city-state located in the upper Narmada Valley. Most likely, 'Purisha’ was located in the same region. The name is a cognate of 'Purusha' meaning the Universal Male Principle.
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Estimated Price :
Rs. 7,000-10,000
Sold For :
Rs. 16,000
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