Kushan Empire 1 Dinar - Kanishka I, 127 – 150
Information
Country
Kushan Empire
Kushan Empire
Currency
Drachm
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
1 Dinar
Year
127 – 150
Composition
Gold
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
8.02
Diameter (mm)
21
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Dinar from Kushan Empire. Issued from 127 to 150. Struck in Gold. Measures 21 mm and weighs 8.02 g.
- Obverse
- King standing facing left, nomadic coat, with cloak fastened by two clasps, baggy trousers, sword in scabbard pointing to the right. Flames emanate from his shoulders, offering at altar with left hand, spear in right hand
- Reverse
- Hephaistos, facing left, radiating halo, wearing diadem, long gown and cloak, making gesture with right hand and holding sword with left hand, tamgha in left field
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (127-150) | — |
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