Lot 1301
INDIA, Mauryan Empire. Circa 2nd century BC. Karshapana (Silver, 10x15 mm, 3.51 g). Three punches: three human figures, scales symbol and peacock standing to right on hill. Rev. Peacock standing to right on hill and traces of other punches. Pieper 145. Sharply struck and attractive. Good very fine.

From the collection of Prof. Dr. Björn-Uwe Abels, privately acquired from Robert Tye in 2010.

There is some debate over the identification of the three human figures in the lower obverse punch. One compelling theory states that they represent the mythical heroes of the Ramayana - Ram, Sita and Lakshman.
Starting price:
25 CHF
Hammer price:
95 CHF
Bid increment:
Closed
Minimum bid:
Closed
Number of bids:
6 Bids
Time left:
Closing time: 12-Mar-23, 13:51:00 CET
All winning bids are subject to a 18.5% buyer's fee.

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