Lot 147

Ancient Kushanas Kanishka I Copper Drachma Shakyamuni Buddhas type

Auction # 17 Lucknow (Online)


  • Estimated Price (INR)
  • 8000 - 10000
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Catalog Reference #
Jongeward & Cribb # 616
Metal Composition
Copper
Lot Grade/Condition
fine+
Diameter
25.71 mm
Weight
15.93 gms
Denomination
Drachm
Calendar/Year
130-158 AD

Ancient, Kushanas, Kanishka I (130-158 AD), Copper Drachma, 15.93 gms 25.71 mm, Shakyamuni Buddha’s type, Obverse. King standing facing to the left and offering sacrifice at a fire-altar, legend worn out, Reverse. Lord Buddha standing with head surrounded by halo, wearing a monk’s robes and making a gesture of reassurance (Abhay Mudra), traces of legend in the right field, Jongeward & Cribb # 616, fine+, very rare.