Lot 31

Ancient, Kushano-Sassanian/Kidarite Huns, Varahan (c. 4th Century AD), Gold Dinara, 7.18 gms, 33.74 mm, Obverse: King standing facing, wearing an elaborate crown, his left hand holding a standard, his right hand at fire altar, fire emerging from his shoulders, wearing a long sword, Trishul behind altar, Tamgha in right field, Bactrian legend around, Reverse: Standing deity Oesho (Siva), holding a diadem and trident, behind him Nandi bull to left, Dotted border around, Gobl # 724, Cribb & Jongeward # 2427, very fine, very rare.