Description
Kushana Empire, – Kanishka II (c. 230-240 CE), Gold Dinar, 7.80grms, Obv: King Kanishka II is depicted standing to the left, holding a trident in his right hand while making an offering at an altar to the left. Above the altar, a garlanded trident is shown, with the Brahmi letters 'Vi' to the right and 'Bh' to the left of his legs. Rev: The nimbate deity Ardoksho is seated on a throne, facing forward, holding a garland and cornucopia. A tamgha appears in the upper left field, with the legend in the right field. (Gobl 541). Note: This superb, broad-flan coin is well-struck and in Extremely Fine condition, making it Very Rare.