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The earliest depiction of Abhisheka Lakshmi
Lot 653
INDIA, Post-Mauryan (Ganges Valley). Kausambi. Circa 3rd century BC.
AE (Bronze, 25 mm, 6.36 g, 6 h). The goddess Lakshmi standing facing, her head resembling a lotus flower; to left and right, elephant standing on short columns, pouring water on Lakshmi's head out of their trunks.
Rev.
Tree in railing. Apparently unpublished and one of a very few known examples. Very fine.
From a collection of coins from Central Asia.
This is the earliest depiction of Abhisheka Lakshmi on a coin. The goddess is flanked by two elephants anointing her with water, while her head has the shape of a blooming and flourishing lotus flower, symbolizing the wealth and prosperity that Lakshmi will bring to her devotees in return for their prayers.
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