Khingila AR Drachm
Features
| Issuer |
Alchon Huns
(Hunnic tribes)  |
|---|---|
| Type | Coins |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Drachm (380-560) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered (bracteate) |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Number | N# 574088 |
| References | Göbl Hun# 60 O. Harrassowitz (publisher); 1967. Dokumente zur Geschichte der Iranischen Hunnen in Baktrien und Indien. O. Harrassowitz, Wiesbaden, Hesse, Germany (4 volumes). |
Obverse
Bust of king in "deformed skull type" facing right, wearing a close fitting headress, diadem behind, flames emanating from both shoulders and remnants of baktrian legend
Lettering: shOYO alchoNO
Reverse
Corrupt repousse marks with remnants of fire altar and ribbons, attendants flanking
Comments
A great quality coin to find nowaday as Hunnic Coinage availability is very tough owing to destruction of archaeological sites
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Numista Rarity index: 97
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