Great Indian ancient kushan king Kanishka Coper 4gm 128-150 CE AD 1/4 Unit

Description: This is a remarkable ancient coin from India's Independent Kingdoms period, featuring the kushan king Kanishka. Made of copper, this ungraded 1/4 unit has a fineness of 0.93 and weighs 4gm. The coin is believed to have been minted between 128-150 CE AD and has a unique variety that distinguishes it from others. The coin has been circulated and is in good condition, with no modifications. It has not been certified, and its KM number is not listed. The coin's color is listed as BN, and it is a valuable addition to any collection. AE drachm or 1/4 unit, c. 128-150 CE Weight: 4.81 gm., Diam: 17 mm., Die axis: 12 o'clock Crowned, diademed king standing facing, holding spear and sacrificing at altar at left, Bactrian legend around: AO KA ... NKI(King Kanishka), / Solar deity Mithra standing left, holding sword hilt and holding out hand in blessing, radiate nimbus around head, Bactrian legend right: MIYPO, tamgha at left Gbl 797, MAC 3158-60 The Eastern drachms, like this one, seem to mostly spell Mithra's name as MIYPO, rather than MIIPO or MIOPO. The next coin, a rare unpublished type, has yet another version of the name: MIPAO (Mishao)! We know it is meant to represent Mithra because of the radiate nimbus. Reference : coinindia

Price: 76 USD

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