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India : Kushan Empire, Vasishka (247-267 AD), AE Unit, Subsidiary Mint in Taxila or Kashmir, Kidarit

Currency:USD Category:Coins & Paper Money / Indian Coins - Ancient Start Price:300.00 USD Estimated At:300.00 - 400.00 USD
India : Kushan Empire, Vasishka (247-267 AD), AE Unit, Subsidiary Mint in Taxila or Kashmir, Kidarit
Kushan Empire, Vasishka (247-267 AD), AE Unit, Subsidiary Mint in Taxila or Kashmir, Kidarite Style. Obverse: Vasishka standing facing left, surrounded by a halo, making an offering at a small altar; Brahmi Φ (chhu) to the right of the scepter. Reverse: Shiva standing facing, holding a diadem and trident; the bull Nandi standing to the left behind him; Tamgha to the left above Shiva's shoulder. Not listed in Jongeward and Cribb. Exceedingly rare and an attractive specimen. Estimate: $ 300-400.