Lot 836: India, Kashmir kingdom. Toramana II. Ca. A.D. 530-570. Æ stater.

AUCTION: Triskeles - Auction 25 (Auction 332)

Description

Toramana II. Ca. A.D. 530-570. Æ stater (22 mm, 6.83 g). King standing, sacrificing at fire altar, with traces of Brahmi legend Sri Tora(mana) at left along circular margin / Goddess Lakshmi seated facing, holding a long-stemmed lotus, one hand raised in benediction; Brahmi legend Jaya at right. Mitchiner, Non-Islamic 155-8. A lovely example. Brown patina, bold devices. Nearly very fine.

A lovely depiction of Goddess Lakshmi on the reverse. The lotus she is holding has a clear kalasha (sacred vessel) within it! This is especially rare.

Lot Details

Offered By: Barry P. Murphy
Lot #: 836
Listing #: 234875
Closed: Friday, September 28, 2018 6:19:10 PM CT
Estimate: $75

Sold Winning Bid: $75
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Description

A lovely depiction of Goddess Lakshmi on the reverse. The lotus she is holding has a clear kalasha (sacred vessel) within it! This is especially rare.

Lot Details

Offered By: Barry P. Murphy
Lot #: 836
Listing #: 234875
Closed: Friday, September 28, 2018 6:19:10 PM CT
Estimate: $75