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1 Jital - Somalekha Devi Chauhans of Ajmer ND
| Copper | - | - |
| Issuer | Chauhan Dynasty (Indian Northern Dynasties) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1110-1125 |
| Value | 1 Jital |
| Currency | Jital (800-1316) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#138898 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Nagari legend in two lines
Lettering: श्री सोमल देवी
Translation: Shri Soma / la Devi.
Edge
Plain
Comment
Somala Devi was the wife of Ajay Raja (Rajput King) and one of the very few Hindu Queens who appear on coins.Deyell #183
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Jital coin of Somalekha Devi from the Chauhan Dynasty is that it features a unique blend of Hindu and Islamic influences in its design. The coin's obverse side bears an inscription in the Nagari script, which was commonly used in Hindu and Jain texts, while the reverse side features a depiction of a mosque, indicating the Islamic influence on the Chauhan Dynasty during that time period. This blending of cultural and religious elements reflects the diverse and syncretic nature of the Chauhan Dynasty, which ruled over a region that was home to both Hindu and Muslim populations.
