© Ritesh K. Jain
© Ritesh K. Jain
Dinar - Chandragupta II
| Gold | 8.1 g | 18.87 mm |
| Issuer | Gupta Empire (India (ancient)) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 375-415 |
| Value | 1 Dinar |
| Currency | Drachm (240-550) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 8.1 g |
| Diameter | 18.87 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#191431 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Goddess Lakshmi seated on a lotus in padmasana facing front, holding diadem in her right hand while the left is resting on her thigh, a lotus whose stem rises from under her left arm is seen adjacent to the goddess’s face, tamgha to right, Brahmi legend (“Sri Vikramah”)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Dinar - Chandragupta II (375-415) from Gupta Empire (India (ancient)) made of Gold weighing 8.1 g is that it features an image of King Chandragupta II himself on one side, while the other side bears the symbol of the Gupta Empire, the Garuda. This coin was used as a means of exchange and commerce during the Gupta Empire, which was known for its strong economy and trade networks.
