1 Jital - Krishna Devaraya ND (1509-1529) front 1 Jital - Krishna Devaraya ND (1509-1529) back
1 Jital - Krishna Devaraya ND (1509-1529) photo
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1 Jital - Krishna Devaraya ND

 
Copper 3.68 g 15 mm
Description
Issuer
Empire of Vijayanagara (Indian Hindu Dynasties)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1509-1529
Value
1 Jital (1⁄800)
Currency
Rupee (1336-1565)
Composition
Copper
Weight
3.68 g
Diameter
15 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#65300
Rarity index
83%

Reverse

Nagari Legends in 3 lines

Lettering: Sri Pra / tapa Krishna / raya

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 1 Jital coin from the Empire of Vijayanagara, which was issued during the reign of Krishna Devaraya (1509-1529), features an unusual design element - a stylized depiction of the Hindu goddess Lakshmi on the obverse (front side), while the reverse (back side) bears the image of a stylized lion. This combination of a Hindu deity and a mythical creature was a common motif in Vijayanagara coinage, reflecting the cultural and religious influences of the time.