Lot 551: India, Alchon Huns in India. Narendra. Ca. 6th century A.D. Æ coin.

AUCTION: Triskeles - Auction 28 (Auction 338)

Description

Narendra. Ca. 6th century A.D. Æ coin (24 mm, 2.44 g). King's bust right, wearing crescent-crested crown and holding plant; Brahmi legend Sri at top right / Blank (incuse of obverse punch). Gobl 150. A lovely specimen with complete details. Scarce and superb. Very fine.

The king's head is elongated, typical of the Huns who practised head-binding.Â This Taxila issue has been attributed to a local ruler called Narenda.

Lot Details

Offered By: Barry P. Murphy
Lot #: 551
Listing #: 178385
Closed: Friday, June 21, 2019 7:03:20 PM CT
Estimate: $150

Sold Winning Bid: $90
1 Bid(s)

Description

The king's head is elongated, typical of the Huns who practised head-binding.Â This Taxila issue has been attributed to a local ruler called Narenda.

Lot Details

Offered By: Barry P. Murphy
Lot #: 551
Listing #: 178385
Closed: Friday, June 21, 2019 7:03:20 PM CT
Estimate: $150