Lot 44

Ancient, Later Kushan Rulers, Kidaras, Debased Gold Dinara

Auction # 8 Lucknow ( Floor & Realtime Online Auction )


  • Estimated Price (INR)
  • 18000 - 20000
  • Unsold
  • Auction Completed!

Catalog Reference #
#
Metal Composition
Debased Gold
Lot Grade/Condition
very fine
Diameter
22.61 mm
Weight
7.74 gms
Denomination
Dinara
Calendar/Year
c. 4th Century AD

Ancient, Later Kushan Rulers, Kidaras (c. 4th Century AD), Debased Gold Dinara, 7.74 gms, 22.61 mm, Obverse: Standing king offering to fire altar.Brahmi below his left shoulder reading “Kidara”, Reverse: Seated deity Ardoksho (Lakshmi). Brahmi legend in right field, very fine, rare.