Full Description:
Kushana Dynasty, Kanishka III (250-275AD), Gold Dinar, “OESHO” (Shiva) type, Obv: crowned king, nimbate, standing facing left, flames on shoulder, sacrificing over altar and holding trident, Brahmi letter 'Va' under the king's arm, holding trident and 'Su' in the field beyond the trident and another Brahmi letter 'Thi' between king's feet, Rev: lord Shiva, nimbate, standing facing, holding trident and diadem, Bull (Nandi) standing behind to left, Bactrian legend at right field “OηþO” (OESHO), with tamgha to upper left, 8.0g, 20.44mm, (Gobl # 626), choice extremely fine, Very Rare. |