{"product_id":"rare-high-quality-india-kushan-dynasty-vima-kadphises-105-130-ad-copper-tet","title":"Rare High-Quality India, Kushan Dynasty, Vima Kadphises (105-130 AD), Copper Tet","description":"\u003cp\u003eExperience the magnificence of the Kushan Dynasty with this rare and high-quality Copper Tetradrachma coin issued during the reign of Vima Kadphises (105-130 AD), specifically minted in Kashmir. This remarkable coin offers a glimpse into the rich cultural and religious heritage of ancient India under Kushan rule. On the obverse side, a depiction of the king standing facing left, engaged in a sacrificial ritual over an altar, with a surrounding legend. The reverse features the powerful deity Lord Shiva standing facing, holding a trident and diadem in front of Nandi the bull, with a Kharoshthi legend reading \"maharaja rajadhiraja sarvaloga isvarasa mahesvarasa.\" Weighing 16.75 grams and measuring 25.76mm in diameter, this coin is about very fine in condition, showcasing its remarkable preservation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e**Key Features:**\u003cbr\u003e\n- **Dynasty:** Kushan Dynasty\u003cbr\u003e\n- **Ruler:** Vima Kadphises (105-130 AD)\u003cbr\u003e\n- **Denomination:** Copper Tetradrachma\u003cbr\u003e\n- **Issue:** Kashmir\u003cbr\u003e\n- **Obverse:** King standing facing left, sacrificing over altar with legend around\u003cbr\u003e\n- **Reverse:** Lord Shiva standing facing, holding trident and diadem in front of Nandi (bull), with Kharoshthi legend\u003cbr\u003e\n- **Weight:** 16.75 grams\u003cbr\u003e\n- **Diameter:** 25.76mm\u003cbr\u003e\n- **Catalog Number:** Mitch # 3040\u003cbr\u003e\n- **Condition:** About very fine\u003cbr\u003e\n- **Significance:** Reflects the cultural and religious syncretism of the Kushan Empire in ancient India\u003cbr\u003e\n- **Collectibility:** Rare and highly sought-after by collectors of ancient Indian coins\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e**Significance:**\u003cbr\u003e\n- This Copper Tetradrachma coin from the Kushan Dynasty is a testament to the cultural and religious diversity of ancient India, blending elements of Hinduism and Buddhism in its imagery.\u003cbr\u003e\n- The depiction of King Vima Kadphises engaged in a sacrificial ritual and Lord Shiva with Nandi the bull highlights the religious significance of the coinage under Kushan rule.\u003cbr\u003e\n- Collectors and enthusiasts of ancient Indian numismatics will appreciate the opportunity to acquire such a rare and well-preserved artifact from the Kushan Empire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e- Rare Kushan Dynasty Copper Tetradrachma\u003cbr\u003e\n- Vima Kadphises Copper Tetradrachma coin\u003cbr\u003e\n- Kushan Dynasty coinage Kashmir issue\u003cbr\u003e\n- Ancient Indian numismatic collectible\u003cbr\u003e\n- Lord Shiva on ancient Indian coin\u003cbr\u003e\n- Rare Kushan Empire coin Kashmir mint\u003cbr\u003e\n- Collectible Kushan Dynasty coin Mitch # 3040\u003cbr\u003e\n- About very fine Kushan Copper Tetradrachma\u003cbr\u003e\n- Ancient India numismatic treasure\u003cbr\u003e\n- High-quality Vima Kadphises Tetradrachma coin\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GuptaCoins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48495297134804,"sku":"30855718","price":4299.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0840\/5028\/0660\/files\/qwFi1dEH.webp?v=1787068117","url":"https:\/\/guptacoins.com\/products\/rare-high-quality-india-kushan-dynasty-vima-kadphises-105-130-ad-copper-tet","provider":"Gupta Coins","version":"1.0","type":"link"}