© Sujit
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Tetradrachm - Manadeva ND
| Copper | 11.77 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Licchavi Kingdom (Nepal) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 576-605 |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 11.77 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#79944 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Lion standing to Left
Lettering: Sri Mananka
Edge
Plain
Comment
Non-MagneticInteresting fact
The Tetradrachm coin from the Licchavi Kingdom (Nepal) during the reign of Manadeva (576-605 AD) is interesting because it features a unique blend of Indian and Greek influences in its design. The coin's obverse side bears the image of the Hindu goddess Lakshmi, while the reverse side features a rendition of the Greek goddess Athena. This fusion of cultural motifs reflects the cultural exchange and syncretism that occurred during the Licchavi period, which was a time of significant cultural and economic exchange between India and Greece.
