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Stater - Govindachandra Gahadavalas of Kanauj ND
| Electrum (Mostly Silver, Some Gold) | 3.94 g | - |
| Issuer | Rajput Dynasties (Indian states) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1114-1115 |
| Value | Stater (3) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Electrum (Mostly Silver, Some Gold) |
| Weight | 3.94 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#421233 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Lettering detailing King and state.
Script: Devanagari
Edge
Plain
Comment
Weight varies. The Gahadavalas of Kanauj were a royal family ruling between the 11th and 13th centuries from the city of Varanasi. They issued both Gold and Silver coinage. Govinda Chandradeva was one of the foremost kings of the dynasty, renowned for his bravery and intellect, and was responsible for defending his kingdom against multiple Islamic campaigns. This issue of coinage may contain low amounts of gold and is similar to different Mashaka coins issued by other states and dynasties in the region around this time period.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Govindachandra, who was a member of the Gahadavalas dynasty that ruled over the region of Kanauj in northern India. The coin features an image of the king on one side and a deity on the other, and its unique blend of silver and gold makes it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
