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Earliest Numismatic Depiction of Lord Balarama
Lot 698: India, Post-Mauryan. Magadha janapada. Mathura region. The Sungas. 2nd century B.C. AR karshapana. 
AUCTION: Triskeles - Auction 25 (Auction 332)
- Sold Winning Bid: $95
- 2 Bid(s)
Description
The Sungas. 2nd century B.C. AR karshapana (15 mm, 3.38 g). Five punches, including a sun symbol (twice), 6-armed symbol, 'Mathura tree', and Balarama holding up plough / Flower symbol. Pieper 151. Very rare. Toned. Very fine.
This is an important coin in Hindu iconography. It has the earliest numismatic depiction of Lord Balarama, an avatar of Vishnu and the elder brother of Lord Krishna. It was issued in the Mathura region during the post-Mauryan period under Sunga rule.
Lot Details
- Offered By: Barry P. Murphy
- Lot #: 698
- Listing #: 234750
- Closed: Friday, September 28, 2018 5:56:10 PM CT
- Estimate: $150