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LOT 3029
India, Post-Mauryan (Deccan). Satavahanas (Andhras), Sri Satakarni BI Karshapana. Circa 70-60 BC.
Elephant with raised trunk standing to right; [legend in Brahmi above] / Satavahana symbol. AICR 675; MACW 4941-52. Very Fine.(1.88gr, 19mm.).
Provenance
From the private collection of Kenneth Machin (1936-2020).
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LOT 3029
India, Post-Mauryan (Deccan). Satavahanas (Andhras), Sri Satakarni BI Karshapana.
Sold for (Inc. bp): £13
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