1 Jital - Megha Chandra Deva ND (1400-1500) front 1 Jital - Megha Chandra Deva ND (1400-1500) back
1 Jital - Megha Chandra Deva ND (1400-1500) photo
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1 Jital - Megha Chandra Deva ND

 
Copper 3.6 g 13 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Kangra (Indian Northern Dynasties)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1400-1500
Value
1 Jital
Currency
Drachm (1170-1847)
Composition
Copper
Weight
3.6 g
Diameter
13 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#54870
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Inscription in Midieval Nagari

Lettering: Maharaja Sri Megha Chandra Deva

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Jital coin from the Kingdom of Kangra is that it features a unique blend of Hindu and Islamic influences in its design. The coin's obverse side features a depiction of Lord Shiva, a Hindu deity, while the reverse side features a inscription in Persian, which was the language of the Islamic rulers of the region at the time. This blending of cultural influences reflects the diverse religious and cultural landscape of the Indian subcontinent during the medieval period.