Leu Numismatik AG > Web Auction 28 | Auction date: 9 December 2023 |
Lot number: 2057 Price realized: 750 CHF (Approx. 853 USD / 792 EUR) Note: Prices do not include buyer's fees. | Show similar lots on CoinArchives Find similar lots in upcoming auctions on |
Lot description: INDIA, Kushan Empire. Vima Kadphises, circa 100-127/8. Dinar (Gold, 19 mm, 5.86 g, 12 h), uncertain mint in Baktria. ΒΑCIΛЄΥC OOHMO KAΔΦΙCHC ('King Vima Kadphises' in Greek) Crowned and draped bust of Vima Kadphises emerging from clouds or a mountain top to left with flames on his right shoulder, holding club in his right hand and clasps hilt of sword with his left; in field to upper left, tamgha. Rev. 'Maharajasa Rajadirajasa Sarvaloga Isvarasa Mahisvarasa Vima Kathphishasa Tratara' ('of the Great King, the King of Kings, Lord of All the World, the Mahesvara, Vima Kadphises, the Defender' in Kharoshti) Oesho (Shiva) standing front, head to left, holding trident in his right hand and water pot in his left, deerskin draped over his left arm; in field to left, tamgha; in field to right, nandipada. ANS Kushan 266. Zeno 197594 (this coin). Somehwat clipped with light scratches, otherwise, good fine. From the collection of Dr. D. Löer, ex Heritage Europe 58, 15 May 2018, 7026. Starting price: 100 CHF |