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1 Drachm - Dahrasena
| Silver | 2.03 g | 13.30 mm |
| Issuer | Traikutaka dynasty (Western India) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 440-465 |
| Value | 1 Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.03 g |
| Diameter | 13.30 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#69968 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Chaitya and star. Brahmi inscription
Lettering: "Maharajendradattaputra Parama-Vaisnava Sri-Maharaja Dahrasena"
Translation: "The glorious king Dahrasena, foremost follower of Vishnu, and son of king Indradatta"
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 1 Drachm - Dahrasena (440-465) from Traikutaka dynasty (Western India) made of Silver weighing 2.03 g is that it features an image of Lord Shiva on one side and an inscription in Brahmi script on the other.