China, Tibet. Imperial Chinese Authority. Ca. A.D. 1907-09. AR tanka (27.5 mm, 4.47 g). "Ga-den" tanka. Ornate lotus set on single water line; around, the Eight Auspicious Symbols of Tibetan Buddhism: parasol, pair of fishes, treasure vase, lotus, white-spiraling conch shell, endless knot, victory banner, and golden wheel / Flower of eight petals; around, legend in eight oval frames. Kann 1422; KM (Y) F13.1. EF.
Starting price | 45 USD |
Estimate | 75 USD |