© Sujit
© Sujit
Tetradrachm - Amshuvarman ND
| Copper | 13.33 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Licchavi Kingdom (Nepal) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 615-620 |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 13.33 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#79945 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Cow with Calf, Legend Above
Lettering: कामधॆही
Translation: Kamadehi
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Tetradrachm - Amshuvarman ND (615-620) from Licchavi Kingdom (Nepal) made of Copper weighing 13.33g is that it features an image of the Hindu goddess Lakshmi on one side, while the other side bears the Licchavi emblem of a lion on a throne. This coin was used during the reign of King Amshuvarman, who ruled the Licchavi Kingdom from 615 to 620 CE. The use of the image of Lakshmi and the Licchavi emblem on the coin reflects the cultural and religious influences of the time, and highlights the importance of Hinduism in the Licchavi Kingdom.
