Lot 71

Ancient Kashmir Karkota Dynasty Kidara Debased Gold Dinara

Auction # 9 Lucknow (Online)


  • Estimated Price (INR)
  • 4000 - 5000
  • Unsold
  • Auction Completed!

Catalog Reference #
#
Metal Composition
Debased Gold
Lot Grade/Condition
fine+
Diameter
19.72 mm
Weight
7.18 gms
Denomination
Dinara
Calendar/Year
c. 7th-8th Century AD

Ancient, Kashmir Karkota Dynasty (c. 7th-8th Century AD), Debased Gold Dinara, 7.18 gms, 19.72 mm, Obverse: A crude depiction of standing king. Partial legend “Ki(dara)” seen, Reverse: A crude depiction of seated Lakshmi. Partial legend “Shri..” on right field, fine+, scarce.