GREEK COINS
India, Kushano-Sasanian, Vima Kadphises circa 113-127 AD
Dinar 5th emission, mint A circa 113-127, AV 7.89 g. Diademed and crowned half-length bust of Vima Kadphises r. on clouds, holding mace-sceptre over shoulder; flames at l. shoulder. In l. field, tamgha. Rev., Ithyphallic Siva, nimbate, standing facing, head l., holding trident and a she-goat skin; in l. field, tamgha and Buddhist triratana to r. MK 14 (O3/R8; unlisted die combination). Donum Burns –. ANS Kushan 269 var.
An extremely rare variety. Good very fine
Ex Triton sale X, 2007, 473. From the Ploil collection.