GREEK COINS
INDIA
Kushan Empire. Huvishka, c. 152-192. Dinar (Gold, 21mm, 7.89 g 12), Mint I (A). Nimbate, diademed, and crowned half-length bust of Huvishka to left, holding mace-scepter in his right hand and filleted spear in his left. Rev. Athsho standing right, flames about head and shoulders, holding blacksmith’s hammer over shoulder and pair of tongs; tamgha to left. Donum Burns 247. MK 209 ( unlisted dies ). Very rare. Possible traces of mounting, otherwise , good very fine. From the collection of a Swiss traveler, ex Classical Numismatic Group 91, 19 September 2012, 452.
Price realized | 5'500 CHF |
Starting price | 1'200 CHF |
Estimate | 1'500 CHF |