Kushan Empire. Kanishka I. Ca. AD 127-151. AE Tetradrachm (25 mm, 17. gm). Main mint in Kkapisha (Begram?). Middle phase. Kanishka standing l., sacrificing over altar and holding standard. Reverse: Oado running left, holding up cloak behind him; tamgha to left. MK 783; ANS Kushan 579-91; Donum Burns 167-73. Pleasing reddish-brown patina. Very Fine. Estimated Value $100 - UP
Ex Ora Eads Collection. Ex CNG Sale 41, March 19, 1997, lot 2655.