Lot 42

Ancient, Guptas, Kumaragupta I (409-450 AD), Madhyadesha type, Silver Dramma, 2.12 gms, 14.00 mm, Obverse: Bust of king to right, Reverse: Stylized peacock standing facing with wings spread, Brahmi legend around reading ‘Vijitavaniravanipati Kumaragupto Divam Jayati’, (विजितवनीरवनीपतिः कुमारगुप्तो दिवं जयति) meaning after conquering the earthly realm, Kumaragupta attains victory in heaven through his glory and merit, Dotted border around, dotted border around, Reference # TOTGE, Madhyadesha Type, Variety B, pg. 413, about very fine, rare.