Gadahaiya Paisa Paramaras of Malwa or Silaharas of Kokan

€37,867.00
IssuerGadhaiya
Year1200-1300
TypeStandard circulation coin
Value1 Drachm
CurrencyDrachm (543-1390)
CompositionBillon
Weight4.2 g
Dimensions13 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Orientation
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In circulation to
Reference(s) DR#167
Obverse descriptionStylized Bust of King to Right The name of Gadhaiya (Gadhiya) paisa is attributed to the coins of indo-sassanian dynasties and their successors. The value was equivalent to 1 drachm. Made in Chaulukyas territory from 543 to 753 AD these coins were still produced in the same territory under others dynastys like Gujrat, Malwa, Kandesh, Bahmanis, Salankis, Paramara and Yadavas.
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Reverse descriptionThe battle scene on the reverse shows a mounted warrior with sword to right. Below a fallen body and to the right a standing figure defending himself with a shield. Behind the horse a bow.  Note: Different Reverse type than Traditional and Common Fire Altar.
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EdgePlain
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MintageND (1200-1300)  - 13th century; -
Catalog ID8436766300
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