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India Sikh Temple (9208)

Currency:GBP Category:Coins & Paper Money / Indian Coins - Ancient Start Price:30.00 GBP Estimated At:5,000.00 - 6,000.00 GBP
India Sikh Temple (9208)
Condition - very fine
Weight - 10.6g
Diameter - 29mm

It is associated with the now-worldwide Sikh religion which originated in the northern Punjab province of India.

The token depicts the founder of the Sikh faith, Guru Nanak (AD 1469-1539). Guru Nanak taught his followers to have faith in the one true God and encouraged them to worship and recite the name of God.

'On the obverse of the token he is shown seated under a tree between two of his companions. Bhai Mardana, a Muslim, is seated on the left playing a rebab (stringed musical instrument) whilst Bhai Bala, a Hindu, is on the right holding a chowri (fly-whisk). The principle of equality of men, promoted by Guru Nanak throughout his life, is represented by showing members of the different faiths sitting together.

'On the reverse its shows Guruji sitting alone.On top is written SAT KARTAR meaning Only the name of the Lord (Kartar) is True.'