Æ Unit - Narendradeva ND (641-680) front Æ Unit - Narendradeva ND (641-680) back
Æ Unit - Narendradeva ND (641-680) photo
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Æ Unit - Narendradeva ND

 
Copper 3.5 g 19 mm
Description
Issuer
Licchavi Kingdom (Nepal)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
641-680
Composition
Copper
Weight
3.5 g
Diameter
19 mm
Thickness
2 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#58993
Rarity index
84%

Reverse

Legend "Pashupati"

Edge

Plain

Comment

Lichhavi, G.2b, "Pashupati" Type, RGV 97, 641-80 AD

Lower weight and diameter

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Licchavi king, Narendradeva, on one side, and an image of the Hindu goddess, Lakshmi, on the other. This coin is a rare example of a coin that combines Buddhist and Hindu imagery, reflecting the religious diversity of the Licchavi Kingdom during that time period.