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India, Sakas of Mathura, Sodasa (c. 100 CE), Copper Unit 6.70 g – Extra Fine+, Extremely Ra

Currency:INR Category:Coins & Paper Money / Indian Coins - Ancient Start Price:45,000.00 INR Estimated At:NA
India, Sakas of Mathura, Sodasa (c. 100 CE), Copper Unit 6.70 g – Extra Fine+, Extremely Ra
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37b) Sakas of Mathura, Sodasa, (c. 100CE), Copper unit, 6.70grms, Obv. Standing deity Lakshmi with Brahmi legend Khatapasa Sodasasa, Rev. Abhiseka Lakshmi standing, watered by 2 elephants, An attractive strike, Extra Fine+, Extremely Rare.
Sodasa, son of Rajuvula, was a ruler of the Northern Saka (Indo-Scythian) dynasty in Mathura. He consolidated Saka authority, fostering political stability and cultural growth. Known from inscriptions and coinage, his issues reflect Hellenistic and Indian artistic influences, highlighting Mathura as a major trade and cultural hub. Sodasa maintained control over strategic territories and trade routes, promoted local art, architecture, and administration, and strengthened the Saka presence in northern India, leaving a lasting legacy in both the numismatic and historical record