© Sujit
© Sujit
1 Dinar - Pratapaditya II
| Gold (debased) | 7.5 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Tribes in Jammu and Kashmir (Kidarite Kingdom) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 400-500 |
| Value | 1 Dinar |
| Composition | Gold (debased) |
| Weight | 7.5 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#58955 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Ardochsho (Lakshmi) seated facing.
Brahmi legend at right
Lettering: Sri Pratapa
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was made of debased gold, which means that the gold content was not pure, but rather mixed with other metals. This was a common practice during the Kidarite Kingdom, as they often used debased currencies to increase the quantity of coins in circulation. Despite being made of debased gold, the coin still holds significant historical value and is a fascinating piece of numismatic history.