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India : Chandellas of Jejakabhukti, Joint Issue(?) of Viravarman and Hira Devi, circa 1245-1285 AD,

Currency:USD Category:Coins & Paper Money / Indian Coins - Ancient Start Price:500.00 USD Estimated At:500.00 - 600.00 USD
India : Chandellas of Jejakabhukti, Joint Issue(?) of Viravarman and Hira Devi, circa 1245-1285 AD,
Chandellas of Jejakabhukti, Joint Issue(?) of Viravarman and Hira Devi, circa 1245-1285 AD, Base Gold Dinar. Obverse: Stylized representation of the goddess Lakshmi. Reverse: Nagari legend in three lines: Srimad-Vi / ra Vama / Hi / ra Devi. Unlisted?, 3.76 g, VF, RRR. Estimate: $ 500-600

The presence of both Viravarman's and Hira Devi's names on this coin suggests that Hira Devi was likely the queen of Viravarman, indicating a joint issue. This coin represents a unique instance in the Lakshmi series, as it is the only known example featuring the name of a queen in a joint issue. It also highlights the historical practice of commemorating queens and regents in coinage