کاتالوگ
| صادرکننده | Empire of Vijayanagara (Indian Hindu Dynasties) |
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| سال | 1530-1542 |
| نوع | Standard circulation coin |
| ارزش | 1/2 Pagoda |
| واحد پول | Pagoda |
| ترکیب | Gold (.925) |
| وزن | 1.69 g |
| قطر | 11 mm |
| ضخامت | 2 mm |
| شکل | Round |
| تکنیک | Hammered |
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| مرجع(ها) | MSI#671-672 |
| توضیحات روی سکه | Rear-view of an ornamented Gandaberunda, or a double-headed eagle, flying upward its wings and feathers are bejeweled, in each of its two beaks and two claws are fully grown tusker elephants and the heads have a crest |
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| توضیحات پشت سکه | Nagari legend `Shri Pra/tapachyuta/raya` in three lines with interlinear rulers |
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| ضرابخانه | |
| تیراژ ضرب |
ND (1530-1542) - - |
| شناسه Numisquare | 2390906780 |
| اطلاعات تکمیلی |
Historical Context: This 1/2 Pagoda, struck 1530-1542, belongs to the Vijayanagara Empire, a dominant Hindu power in South India. Issued under Emperor Achyutaraya, who succeeded the famed Krishnadevaraya, this coin reflects continued cultural patronage and strength, despite emerging pressures. The Gandbherunda type symbolizes royal power and divine protection, underscoring the empire's enduring sovereignty and wealth during Achyutaraya's reign.
Artistry: The coin's design exemplifies the distinctive South Indian numismatic tradition. While engravers remain anonymous, the artistic school is clearly Vijayanagara, known for its intricate religious and mythological iconography. The obverse prominently features the Gandbherunda, a powerful two-headed mythical bird. The reverse bears the ruler's name, "Sri Achyutaraya," meticulously rendered in Nagari script, showcasing the era's calligraphic skill and imperial authority.
Technical/Grading: Struck in .925 fine gold, weighing 1.69 grams and measuring 11 mm, this small denomination typically exhibits a compact, robust strike. High-points for wear or weakness include the heads and wings of the Gandbherunda on the obverse, and the upper portions of the Nagari legend on the reverse. Due to manual striking and small flan size, minor off-center strikes or slight areas of flatness are common, yet a well-centered, fully struck example with sharp details is highly prized.