© JM
© JM
1 Jital - Raja Somesvara Deva ND
| Billon | 3.30 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Chauhan Dynasty (Indian Northern Dynasties) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1169-1179 |
| Value | 1 Jital |
| Currency | Jital (800-1316) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 3.30 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#227954 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Reverse: Bull seated left, with Devanagari legend As (vari Sri) Samanta Deva around
Translation: Sri Samanta Deva
Edge
Plain
Comment
Ref: Deyell, Living Without Silver, 217Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Jital coin from the Chauhan Dynasty 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 an inscription in Persian, which was the language of the Islamic rulers of the time. This blending of religious and cultural influences reflects the diverse and syncretic nature of Indian society during the medieval period.
