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Temple Token - East India Company
| Location | India |
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| Year | 1839 |
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| Composition | Copper |
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| Obverse description | Central device features a large Om (ॐ) symbol in relief, enclosed within a wreath of laurel branches tied at the base. The legend EAST INDIA COMPANY arcs around the upper periphery, with the initials UKL above the Om symbol and the date 1839 in the lower exergual area within the wreath. |
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| Obverse script | Latin |
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| Reverse description | Five Hindu deities depicted standing in a row within an arched colonnade with a beaded border above. The central figure, likely Rama, is shown with a bow and wearing ornate jewelry and a crown, flanked by two figures on each side, all standing on a decorated platform. The scene is rendered in fine engraved relief typical of Indian temple tokens. |
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