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Ancient

Currency:INR Category:Coins & Paper Money / Indian Coins - Ancient Start Price:52,000.00 INR Estimated At:52,000.00 INR
Ancient
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Samatata Region – Gold Dinar, Gupta Coin Design, 'Ashwamedha' Type (550-650 AD), ECB SAM5.3, 5.52g,
Obv: A stylized depiction of a nimbate king in the 'archer' type, holding a bow in his right hand and an arrow
in his left. Behind him, an executed 'Shankha' standard is visible, with the Brahmi letter Shri to the left of his
head. Below the king’s bow hand is a small horse figure, with Brahmi letters Deya/Dasa above it. Rev: A
stylized female figure stands holding a ball-like object in her hand, with curvilinear drapes behind her. The
legend appears in the right field.
Note: Very Fine condition and Very Rare. While Bose and Nasir interpret the letters above the horse as
Dasa, Deya (meaning 'to be given') seems more fitting, considering these coins may have been minted for
the Ashwamedha ritual.