Gadhaiya paisa (Chaulukyas) ND (850-950) front Gadhaiya paisa (Chaulukyas) ND (850-950) back
Gadhaiya paisa (Chaulukyas) ND (850-950) photo
© Sujit

Gadhaiya paisa Chaulukyas ND

 
Silver 3.57 g 19 mm
Description
Issuer
Gadhaiya (Indian Northern Dynasties)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
850-950
Value
1 Drachm
Currency
Drachm (543-1390)
Composition
Silver
Weight
3.57 g
Diameter
19 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#58370
Rarity index
76%

Reverse

Fire Altar

Comment

The name of Gadhaiya (Gadhiya) paisa is attributed to the coins of indo-sassanian dynasties and their successors.
The value was equivalent to 1 drachm. Made in Chaulukyas territory from 543 to 753 AD these coins were still produced in the same territory under others dynastys like Gujrat, Malwa, Kandesh, Bahmanis, Salankis, Paramara and Yadavas.


few varying variants





Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Gadhaiya paisa (Chaulukyas) ND (850-950) coin is that it features a unique blend of Indian and Islamic influences in its design. The coin's obverse side bears a depiction of Lord Shiva, a prominent Hindu deity, while the reverse side features an inscription in Arabic script, indicating the coin's Islamic influence. This blending of cultural styles reflects the rich cultural diversity of the Indian subcontinent during the medieval period.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (850-950)  - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Gadhaiya paisa (Chaulukyas) ND (850-950) coin.