Lot 69

Ancient Kidarite Huns in Kashmir Base Gold Dinara

Auction # 9 Lucknow (Online)


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

Catalog Reference #
#
Metal Composition
Base Gold
Lot Grade/Condition
fine to very fine
Diameter
21.45 mm
Weight
7.66 gms
Denomination
Dinara
Calendar/Year
5th Century AD

Ancient, Kidarite Huns in Kashmir (5th Century AD), Base Gold Dinara, 7.66 gms, 21.45 mm, Obverse: Standing king offering at fire altar, Trishul at left, Brahmi legend ‘Kida(ra)’ below King’s left arm, Reverse: Seated Goddess Ardoksho, Brahmi legend in right probably reading ‘ShriNarendra’, fine to very fine, rare.