© Sujit
© Sujit
1 Dinar - Yinayaditya
| Gold | 7.69 g | 20.9 mm |
| Issuer | Tribes in Jammu and Kashmir (Kidarite Kingdom) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 450-500 |
| Value | 1 Dinar |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.69 g |
| Diameter | 20.9 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#59470 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Abstract Godess Ardoxsho seated facing. "Sri Yinaya" in Brahmi to right, "Ditya" to left.
Lettering: श्री यिनय दीत्य (Sri Yinayaditya)
Edge
Plain
Comment
Yinayaditya and contemporary rulers are also known as Kidarites of KashmirInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Dinar - Yinayaditya (450-500) coin from the Kidarite Kingdom is that it features a unique blend of Indian and Central Asian influences in its design. The coin's obverse side bears the image of a king, likely Yinayaditya himself, with a long beard and a crown that resembles the traditional Indian mukuta, or crown, worn by Hindu and Buddhist deities. The reverse side of the coin features a stylized representation of a lion, which was a common motif in ancient Indian coinage. The coin's use of gold and its intricate design make it a valuable and rare artifact for collectors and historians interested in the history of the Kidarite Kingdom and the cultural exchange between India and Central Asia during that time period.