© Sujit
© Sujit
Kahavanu - Raja Raja ND
| Gold | 4.38 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Chola dynasty (Indian Hindu Dynasties) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 985-1014 |
| Value | Gold Kahavanu |
| Currency | Stater |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.38 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#65113 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
Standing king with lotus on the left a group of spheres on right, surmounted by crescent.
Edge
Plain
Comment
Ceylon type Issue of Rajaraja Chola (After conquest of Ceylon)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Kahavanu coin is that it features an unusual depiction of the Hindu goddess Lakshmi, who is shown standing on the back of a lion. This image is significant because it represents the Chola dynasty's strong cultural and religious ties to Hinduism, and it highlights the importance of Lakshmi as a symbol of prosperity and good fortune in Hindu mythology.
