© Sujit
© Sujit
Jital - King Kamaluka "Khudavayaka" - Shahi Kingdom of Gandhara and Kabul ND
| Silver (.699) | 3.1 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Kabul Shahi Dynasties (Indian Northern Dynasties) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 895-921 |
| Value | 1 Jital |
| Currency | Jital (500-1026) |
| Composition | Silver (.699) |
| Weight | 3.1 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#55060 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Mounted horseman holding fla (?) riding right. Inscription in Nagari
Lettering: म च (Ma Cha)
Edge
Plain
Comment
Please visit wikipedia to know more about Hindu Shahis of India/Afghanistan Region, http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brahmana_Hindu_Shahis_of_AfghanistanOne more example of this coin:
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an inscription in the Brahmi script, which was a writing system used in ancient India and parts of Asia. The inscription on the coin reads "Khudavayaka" which means "the lord of the world" in Sanskrit, highlighting the influence of Indian culture and language in the Shahi Kingdom of Gandhara and Kabul.
