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LOT 3247
Hindu Shahis Kings of Kabul, Khudavayaka AR Jital. c. AD 875-900.
Traces of Greek legend around horseman with spear riding right / Brahmi legend around zebu recumbent to left. ACW 1580-1582. Very Fine.(2.88gr, 20mm, 3h.).
Provenance
Property of a London, UK, private collector.
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