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Repousse Pagoda - Sri Sri Anana Singama Chhindaka Nagas of Chakrakota
| Issuer | Chhindaka Nagas of Chakrakota |
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| Year | 900-1100 |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
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| Obverse description | Convex repousse gold pagoda of irregular round flan, exhibiting a pronounced scyphate (bowl-shaped) form produced by hammering. At the center, a small circular punch depicts a standing animal figure, likely a lion or mythical beast, rendered in low relief within a circular border. Surrounding the central device, arranged in a ring around the field, are eight square or rectangular punch-marks each bearing individual Kannada or Telugu aksharas (syllabic characters) in relief, corresponding to the royal legend of the issuing ruler. The overall design reflects the distinctive multi-punch technique characteristic of South Indian medieval gold coinage, with the repousse technique imparting a domed, lobed profile to the flan. |
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| Obverse script | Kannada, Telugu |
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| Reverse description | Concave reverse, the natural consequence of the repousse hammering technique applied to the obverse, presenting a corresponding hollow or incuse impression of the obverse punches. The surface is uneven and shows the characteristic tool marks and minor flan irregularities typical of hand-hammered medieval South Indian gold coinage. Multiple incuse square and rectangular punch impressions are visible corresponding to the aksharas struck on the obverse, with the central animal punch also leaving a corresponding depression. The overall surface retains a warm yellow gold lustre with areas of reddish patination. |
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