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Lot No.65
AUC49
Ancient India
Auction Date: 02-08-2025
Silver
Western Kshatrapas, Karddamaka dynasty, silver drachm of Rudrasena II s/o Viradaman as Mahakshatrapa (SE 177-198/ 255-276 AD), Fishman 27.1R.x, listed as 'unique', Mint B2 with reversed symbols of sun and moon, 2.41g. Obv: profile bust of king facing right, Greek legend around. Rev: dynastic emblem in centre, Brahmi legend …Viradamaputrasa … Rajño Mahakshatrapasa Rudrasenasa around.
Good very fine, Unique so far.
The positions of the crescent and sun on either side of the arched-hill symbol in the centre are transposed on this coin. Fishman listed one coin known to him as 'unique', therefore this is the second known specimen of this variety.
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Estimated Price :
Rs. 20,000-25,000
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