Lot 789: India, Kushan Empire. Kanishka I. A.D. 127/8-ca. 147. Æ unit.

AUCTION: Triskeles - Auction 25 (Auction 332)

Description

Kanishka I. A.D. 127/8-ca. 147. Æ unit (16 mm, 3.86 g). Crowned king standing facing, holding spear and sacrificing at altar at left; Baktrian legend þAO KA/NIþKI (King Kanishka) around / Lunar deity Mao standing left, holding sword hilt and holding out hand in blessing, with a radiate halo around his head; Baktrian legend MAO to right. MACW 3177. A bold specimen struck on a full flan. Scarce. Green and brown patina. Very fine.

Lot Details

Offered By: Barry P. Murphy
Lot #: 789
Listing #: 234836
Closed: Friday, September 28, 2018 6:11:20 PM CT
Estimate: $50

Sold Winning Bid: $30
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Description

Lot Details

Offered By: Barry P. Murphy
Lot #: 789
Listing #: 234836
Closed: Friday, September 28, 2018 6:11:20 PM CT
Estimate: $50