Lot 152

Ancient, Punjab region, Tribal Monarchies, Mahadeva Type (c. 150-130 BC), Silver Dramma, 2.26 gms, 16.23 mm, Obverse: Elephant facing to right with trunk raised, a trident in front, Brahmi legend around reading ‘Bhaga(vata Ma)hadevasa/Rajarajna‘, Reverse: Humped bull facing to right with a dotted circle in front, Kharoshti legend around partially reading ‘Bhagavata Mahadevasa/ Rajaraja’, The Mahadeva type coin has been attributed by scholars variously as Audumbara or Vemakaor a ruler distinct from both these tribal entities, Pieper # Type 1251, very fine, very rare.