© Sujit
© Sujit
1 Dinar - Pratapaditya II
| Gold (debased) | 7.34 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 | 7.34 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#78957 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Ardochsho (Lakshmi) seated facing.
Brahmi legend at right
Translation: 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 less than the standard 24-karat gold used in most coins. This suggests that the Kidarite Kingdom, which issued the coin, may have been facing economic challenges or had limited access to high-quality gold resources. Despite this, the coin still held significant value and was widely used in trade and commerce during its time.
