Description: KUSHAN KINGS of INDIA. Vima Takto (Soter Megas). Circa 80-90 AD. Æ Tetradrachm (8.8 gm). Diademed bust right, holding sceptre; Tamgha of Soter Megas behind / King on horseback right; tamgha of Soter Megas in right field. Göbl, Kushan pl. 176, 19.1 var. (bust left); Senior B17.1; Donum Burns 58; MACW 2928. 13 Rays Subtype. The Kushan Empire was founded by Kujulu Kadphises whose son, Vima Takto, is featured on this coin. The empire encompassed parts of modern-day Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Afghanistan, Pakistan, Eastern Iran and Northern India. One of the most recognizable coins of the period bears an obverse portrait and a horseman on the back. The legend reads “Soter Megas” - the Great Savior. Sold with old collectors ticket/label dated April 1980 *All items are guaranteed authentic. Please use your own judgement with regards to grade and attribution as these represent opinions and are not guaranteed. Please don't hesitate to contact me with any questions.
Price: 89.99 USD
Location: Indianola, Pennsylvania
End Time: 2024-09-13T21:18:59.000Z
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Denomination: Tetradrachm
Historical Period: Greek (450 BC-100 AD)
Composition: Bronze
Era: Ancient
Country/Region of Manufacture: India
