© Sujit
© Sujit
1 Jital - Krishna Devaraya ND
| Copper | 3.37 g | 12 mm |
| 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 | 3.37 g |
| Diameter | 12 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#65532 |
|---|---|
| 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 representation of the Hindu goddess Lakshmi, seated on a lotus flower, surrounded by four elephants. This design was a departure from the traditional depiction of the goddess on Indian coins, which usually showed her standing or seated on a throne. The use of the lotus flower and the four elephants symbolized the four directions and the idea of prosperity and good fortune.
