Lot 87

Ancient, Mathura Region, Datta Dynasty, Purushadatta, Copper "1/2 Karshapana"

Auction # 6 Lucknow (Online)


  • Estimated Price (INR)
  • 8000 - 10000
  • Price Realised -
  • Auction Completed!

Catalog Reference #
Mitch ACW # 4503-4504, W. Pieper # 1034
Metal Composition
Copper
Lot Grade/Condition
very fine+
Diameter
19.90 mm
Weight
5.50 gms
Denomination
1/2 karshapana
Calendar/Year
c. 100 BC

Ancient, Mathura Region, Datta Dynasty, Purushadatta (c. 100 BC), Copper 1/2 Karshapana, 5.50 gms, 19.90 mm, Obv, goddess Lakshmi standing facing front in the center, tree at left, Brahmi legend around "Purusadattasa", Rev. traces of three Elephants design, Mitch ACW # 4503-4504, W. Pieper # 1034, very fine+, extremely rare.