Kushan Empire 2 Dinar - Vima Kadphises, 113 – 127
Information
Country
Kushan Empire
Currency
Drachm
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
2 Dinars
Year
113 – 127
Composition
Gold
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
16.01
Diameter (mm)
24
Demonetized
Yes
Description
2 Dinars from Kushan Empire. Issued from 113 to 127. Struck in Gold. Measures 24 mm and weighs 16.01 g.
- Obverse
- Bearded bust of king right emerging from jagged mountain top, wearing a high-crowned hat with upturned peak, carrying a club over shoulder, the forefinger of his right hand is enlarged, flames radiate from shoulder right, tamgha in left field
- Reverse
- Oesho stands facing, head to left, flames emanating from top of head, ithyphallic and naked except for a diaphanous garment, he holds a trident in his right hand, an animal skin in left, he leans against a bull standing right (maharajasa rajadirajasa sarvaloga isvarasa mahisvarasa vima kathpisasa tradara of great king, king of kings, lord of the world, great lord, Vima Kadphises, saviour)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (113-127) | — |
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