Lot 857: India, Hindu rajas of Kashmir. Kshema Gupta with Didda Rani. 950-958. Æ stater.

AUCTION: Triskeles - Auction 25 (Auction 332)

Description

Kshema Gupta with Didda Rani. 950-958. Æ stater (18 mm, 5.84 g). Goddess Lakshmi seated facing, flanked by Nagari legends Di (for Didda) and Kshema / King standing sacrificing at altar, with Nagari legend Gupta at right. MNI 172. Scarce. Coppery-brown patina. Choice very fine.

An interesting coin, with the king's name Kshema Gupta along with his queen Didda.Â One of the few instances in Indian numismatics when the royal couple are mentioned on their coins.

Lot Details

Offered By: Barry P. Murphy
Lot #: 857
Listing #: 234896
Closed: Friday, September 28, 2018 6:22:40 PM CT
Estimate: $50

Sold Winning Bid: $30
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Description

An interesting coin, with the king's name Kshema Gupta along with his queen Didda.Â One of the few instances in Indian numismatics when the royal couple are mentioned on their coins.

Lot Details

Offered By: Barry P. Murphy
Lot #: 857
Listing #: 234896
Closed: Friday, September 28, 2018 6:22:40 PM CT
Estimate: $50