1625-1656 - Bijaoyr/Ceylon (Portuguese) - Larin Coin…..? - 05.03.2024This ancient coin from Bijaoyr/Ceylon (Portuguese) dating from 1625-1656 is a remarkable piece of history. The design features may have intricate patterns and symbols that are unique to the region of India. The coin has not been cleaned and therefore maintains its original appearance, making it a perfect addition to any collection of ancient coins. The provenance of the coin is unfortunately unknown, but it is a fascinating piece that speaks to the rich cultural heritage of the area.We are unsure on specifics regarding this item and have based it on our limited research. The single item that you see in the pictures is the item you will receive although we do have three which will be listed individually depending on interest.
Temple Token Coins x2 - These ancient Temple Token Coins are a rare find for collectors of historical artefacts. The coins have not been cleaned, giving them an authentic and raw appearance that adds to their value. The country/region of manufacture is unknown, adding to the mystery and intrigue of these unique coins.The coins are from the Persian and Indian era, making them a valuable addition to any collection of ancient coins. Despite their age and unique features, these coins have not been evaluated or graded for their condition, allowing collectors to make their own assessments and interpretations of the coins. Add these Temple Token Coins to your collection today and own a piece of history.
PERSIAN ART, The Parthian and Sasanian dynasties, 249 BC to 651 AD out of print - (276GHIRSH) PERSIAN ART, The Parthian and Sasanian dynasties, 249 BC to 651 AD, By Roman Ghirshman, Edited by Andre Malraux (the ex French minister of culture); 345 pages illustrated throughout with hundreds of photos color and B&W; Many coins photos; Harcover with dust jacket; Condition : USED; The dust jacket shows signs of wear but the contents including the hard binding NEAT & CLEAN.
Sasanian Empire, Khusru II, Unique Type, Silver Coin Drachm Bishpur Mint - Sasanian Empire, Khusru II Type Unique , Unknown Governor, Silver Coin Drachm. uncleaned Bishapur Mint, 3.98g Shipment through Pakistan Post International Tracking will be available through Pakistan Post site No Post to Israel India
Irak 5000 Dinars Silver Coin - Irak 5000 dinars Silver coin - 1320 (1902). Obverse : Qajar (Kiani) Crown, Oak and Olive leaves, Legend (title of Qajar king) and coinage date. Silver. 900.
Sassanian Kings Coin Yazdgerd l - 399-420AD Coin - This Sassanian Kings Coin from the reign of Yazdgerd I (399-420AD) is a fascinating piece of history. Made of silver and originating from an unknown region, this coin bears the image of a king on one side and symbols on the other. Its provenance and ownership history are unfortunately not available, but its uncleaned state adds to its intrigue. The coin is a rare find for collectors of ancient Persian and Indian coins, and its unique design and metal composition make it a valuable addition to any collection. Whether for display or investment purposes, this Sassanian Kings Coin is a must-have for numismatists and history enthusiasts alike.9/3/24
⭐INDIA⭐. Ancient GANDHARA JANAPADA Authentic OLD 600 B.C Silver Coin Bent Bar. - Own a piece of history with this authentic silver coin from the Gandhara Janapada of 600 BC. The coin is ungraded and not listed in KM number, making it a unique addition to any collection. Its variety as a Gandhara Janapada coin adds to its value, making it a must-have for collectors of Persian and Indian coins.
⭐INDIA⭐. Ancient GANDHARA JANAPADA Authentic OLD 600 B.C Silver Coin Bent Bar. - Own a piece of history with this authentic silver coin from the Gandhara Janapada of 600 BC. The coin is ungraded and not listed in KM number, making it a unique addition to any collection. Its variety as a Gandhara Janapada coin adds to its value, making it a must-have for collectors of Persian and Indian coins.
⭐INDIA⭐. Ancient GANDHARA JANAPADA Authentic OLD 600 B.C Silver Coin Bent Bar - Own a piece of history with this authentic silver coin from the Gandhara Janapada of 600 BC. This coin, denominated as satamana, is a testament to the rich cultural and monetary history of India. Its origins can be traced back to the medieval era, and it is composed of 0.999 fineness silver. The coin is ungraded and not listed in KM number, making it a unique addition to any collection. Its variety as a Gandhara Janapada coin adds to its value, making it a must-have for collectors of Persian and Indian coins. Add this ancient coin to your collection and experience a connection with the past. Small variety
⭐INDIA⭐. Ancient GANDHARA JANAPADA Authentic OLD 600 B.C Silver Coin Bent Bar - Own a piece of history with this authentic silver coin from the Gandhara Janapada of 600 BC. This coin, denominated as satamana, is a testament to the rich cultural and monetary history of India. Its origins can be traced back to the medieval era, and it is composed of 0.999 fineness silver. The coin is ungraded and not listed in KM number, making it a unique addition to any collection. Its variety as a Gandhara Janapada coin adds to its value, making it a must-have for collectors of Persian and Indian coins. Add this ancient coin to your collection and experience a connection with the past. Small variety
[#1276264] Kidarites, Kidara, Dinar, ca. 335-345, Electrum, VF(30-35) - Kidarites, Kidara, Dinar, ca. 335-345, Electrum, VF(30-35). Kidara standing front, head to left, sacrificing with his right hand over altar and holding standard in his left., Ardoxsho enthroned facing, holding diadem with two ribbons in her right hand and cornucopiae in her left., ANS Kushan 2438.
Indian Ram-Tanka Hindu Temple Token Silver Alloy Date C.1700s - This coin was given to me by my Grandfather who lived in India in the prior to world war one. I am not a coin expert, my description is due to research and comparison to photographs of authenticated coins. The coin is silver the purity not being known. Many later Rama-tanka are made of copper alloys. The coin depicts the coronation of Rama with the reverse side showing Rama and Lakshmana. During the 18C. Rama-tanka were used as currency as well for religious purposes. This coin is well preserved
Nice silver drachm of Kumaragupta I (414-455 AD), Gupta Empire, India - 13mm, 2.0 grams. Mitchiner ACW 4845ff. Kumaragupta I (Mahendraditya) was a ruler of the Gupta Empire in 415455 CE. Like his father and predecessor, Chandragupta II, Kumaragupta was an able ruler. He retained, intact, the vast empire, which extended from Bengal to Kathiawar and from the Himalayas to the Narmada.
Nice silver drachm of Kumaragupta I (414-455 AD), Gupta Empire, India - 13mm, 2.0 grams. Mitchiner ACW 4845ff. Kumaragupta I (Mahendraditya) was a ruler of the Gupta Empire in 415455 CE. Like his father and predecessor, Chandragupta II, Kumaragupta was an able ruler. He retained, intact, the vast empire, which extended from Bengal to Kathiawar and from the Himalayas to the Narmada.
Nice silver drachm of Kumaragupta I (414-455 AD), Gupta Empire, India - 13mm, 2.0 grams. Mitchiner ACW 4845ff. Kumaragupta I (Mahendraditya) was a ruler of the Gupta Empire in 415455 CE. Like his father and predecessor, Chandragupta II, Kumaragupta was an able ruler. He retained, intact, the vast empire, which extended from Bengal to Kathiawar and from the Himalayas to the Narmada.
Nice silver drachm of Kumaragupta I (414-455 AD), Gupta Empire, India - 13mm, 2.0 grams. Mitchiner ACW 4845ff. Kumaragupta I (Mahendraditya) was a ruler of the Gupta Empire in 415455 CE. Like his father and predecessor, Chandragupta II, Kumaragupta was an able ruler. He retained, intact, the vast empire, which extended from Bengal to Kathiawar and from the Himalayas to the Narmada.
Nice silver drachm of Kumaragupta I (414-455 AD), Gupta Empire, India - 13mm, 2.1 grams. Mitchiner ACW 4845ff. Kumaragupta I (Mahendraditya) was a ruler of the Gupta Empire in 415455 CE. Like his father and predecessor, Chandragupta II, Kumaragupta was an able ruler. He retained, intact, the vast empire, which extended from Bengal to Kathiawar and from the Himalayas to the Narmada.
Nice silver drachm of Kumaragupta I (414-455 AD), Gupta Empire, India - 13mm, 2.0 grams. Mitchiner ACW 4845ff. Kumaragupta I (Mahendraditya) was a ruler of the Gupta Empire in 415455 CE. Like his father and predecessor, Chandragupta II, Kumaragupta was an able ruler. He retained, intact, the vast empire, which extended from Bengal to Kathiawar and from the Himalayas to the Narmada.
Nice silver drachm of Kumaragupta I (414-455 AD), Gupta Empire, India - 13mm, 2.0 grams. Mitchiner ACW 4845ff. Kumaragupta I (Mahendraditya) was a ruler of the Gupta Empire in 415455 CE. Like his father and predecessor, Chandragupta II, Kumaragupta was an able ruler. He retained, intact, the vast empire, which extended from Bengal to Kathiawar and from the Himalayas to the Narmada.
INDIA Ancient Kushan Empire King Soter megus horse Rider copper Drachm 2.2g - This ancient coin from the Kushan Empire depicts King Soter Megus on horseback, with intricate details in the design. The coin is made of bronze and weighs 2 grams. Its denomination is a copper coin and it has a fineness of 0.915. The coin is from the 1st century and belongs to the medieval era. It is a rare find and is uncertified. The country of origin is India and the variety is Kushan Soter Megus. This is a unique piece of history that any collector would be proud to own.#NumisHobbyShop
Hunic/ Hephthalites Tribes Kashmir Smast Coins AE Unit Sasanian Bust, 1.13g - HUNIC TRIBES, KASHMIR SMAST Or Kashmir Cave is located in the Swat Valley in Northern Pakistan under rule of Hephthalite or Hunnic principalities. This cave has yielded thousands of coins buried between the 5th and 8th century AD. Various interesting coins have been discovered imitating different dynasties that ruled this area. Hunic/ Hephthalites Tribes Swat Pak Kashmir Smast 2x Coins AE Unit Sasanian Bust. One front Face sasanian, Reverse with Fire Altar No Post to India and Israel International Tracking available
Hunic/ Hephthalites Tribes Swat Pak Kashmir Smast AE Unit Sasanian Bust 1.07g - HUNIC TRIBES, KASHMIR SMAST Or Kashmir Cave is located in the Swat Valley in Northern Pakistan under rule of Hephthalite or Hunnic principalities. This cave has yielded thousands of coins buried between the 5th and 8th century AD. Various interesting coins have been discovered imitating different dynasties that ruled this area. Hunic/ Hephthalites Tribes Swat Pak Kashmir Smast Coins AE Unit Sasanian Bust. One front Face sasanian Reverse with Unique Shapes No Post to India and Israel International Tracking available
Coin, India/ Kushan Dynasty (c. 25 BC or AD 30 - AD 244), Vima Kadphises 3.47g - Coin, India/ Kushan Dynasty (c. 25 BC or AD 30 - AD 244), probably Wima Kadphises (c. 113-127), undetermined, copper alloy. Type: obverse king sacrificing with trident, reverse Wesho (Siva) and Nandi (bull). No post to Israel and India International Tracking available
India, Hindu Shahis. Samanta Deva AR Jital. Kabul mint, circa AD 750-900. - India, Hindu Shahis. Spalapati Deva AR Jital. Kabul mint, circa AD 750-900. Horseman riding to right, holding spear; Brahmi 'Ka' behind, three pellets between horse's front legs / Legend 'sri Spalapati Deva' in Sarada, bull lying to left, wearing saddle cloth; trisul symbol on rump. Numista 109295; Tye 6. 3.23g silver, 18mm, 4h. Shipment Through Pakistan Post International Tracking available through Pakistan No Post to Israel
India, Hindu Shahis. Samanta Deva AR Jital. Kabul mint, circa AD 750-900. Coin - India, Hindu Shahis. Spalapati Deva AR Jital. Kabul mint, circa AD 750-900. Horseman riding to right, holding spear; Brahmi 'Ka' behind, three pellets between horse's front legs / Legend 'sri Spalapati Deva' in Sarada, bull lying to left, wearing saddle cloth; trisul symbol on rump. Numista 109295; Tye 6. 3.23g silver, 18mm, 4h. Shipment Through Pakistan Post International Tracking available through Pakistan No Post to Israel
925CCR1) RARE Sogdiana, Bukhara, Anonymous, imitating Vahran V AR DRACHM - (925CCR1) Sogdiana, Bukhara, Anonymous, imitating Vahran V Before 775 AD AR Drachm, 2.88 grms, 'Bhukar-khuda' type Uncertain mint in Bukhara, Crowned bust right. 6) Attributions: Except for bargains and group lots, all coins sold fully attributed and catalogued from at least 1-2 sources and/or major collections whenever possible.
Ghurid Dynasty Khwarezm Ala Ud Din 1200-1220, Bulls B Jital Coins Rare Karman - Ghurid Dynasty Ala Ud Din 1200-1220, Bulls B Jital. Khwarezm shah Ala-Ud-Din Muhammad. In a family tree of related jitals Rob Tye shows that the basic Kwarezm bull type is that from Kurraman. This seems a continuation of the type brought there by Ghorid ruler Yildiz.
Bronze drachm,CHACH(Silk route area) dynasty,7th-8th centuries AD,Central Asia - This type is reportedly found in the towns of Kanka and Banaket, which were the outlying regions of Chach. By the 7th century AD, Chach had over 30 towns and a network of over 50 canals, forming a trade center between the Sogdians and Turkic nomads.
Bronze drachm,CHACH(Silk route area) dynasty,7th-8th centuries AD,Central Asia - This type is reportedly found in the towns of Kanka and Banaket, which were the outlying regions of Chach. By the 7th century AD, Chach had over 30 towns and a network of over 50 canals, forming a trade center between the Sogdians and Turkic nomads.
Bronze drachm,CHACH(Silk route area) dynasty,7th-8th centuries AD,Central Asia - This type is reportedly found in the towns of Kanka and Banaket, which were the outlying regions of Chach. By the 7th century AD, Chach had over 30 towns and a network of over 50 canals, forming a trade center between the Sogdians and Turkic nomads.
Bronze drachm,CHACH(Silk route area) dynasty,7th-8th centuries AD,Central Asia - This type is reportedly found in the towns of Kanka and Banaket, which were the outlying regions of Chach. By the 7th century AD, Chach had over 30 towns and a network of over 50 canals, forming a trade center between the Sogdians and Turkic nomads.
Bronze drachm,CHACH(Silk route area) dynasty,7th-8th centuries AD,Central Asia - This type is reportedly found in the towns of Kanka and Banaket, which were the outlying regions of Chach. By the 7th century AD, Chach had over 30 towns and a network of over 50 canals, forming a trade center between the Sogdians and Turkic nomads.
1893 INDIA 1/4 RUPEE&x2 1892 TWO ANNA SILVER COINS PIN BROOCH - This is a three coin pin brooch consisting of x1 Indian 1893 1/4 Rupee &x2 1892 Two Anna silver coins.It is in a very good condition and measures 4.6cm long x 1.9cm wide and weighs in at 7grams.
India - Ilkhan 1305-1316Ad - Ar Dirham - Uljaitu Ibn Arghun - Ms Average Unc - ULJAITU IBN ARGHUN. INDIA - ILKHAN 1305-1316AD - AR DIRHAM. Silver dirham. MS- AVARAGE UNC. All Images are originally, the picture may reflect diff. colors/ brightness. If you are unhappy with your order you can send it back within a period.
⭐INDIA⭐ Ancient GANDHARA JANAPADA Authentic OLD 600 B.C. Silver Coin Bowl shape. - This authentic ancient silver coin originates from the Gandhara janapada of 600 BC. The composition of the coin is pure silver with a fineness of 0.999, giving it a shine like no other. Its unique bowl shape and intricate design make it a valuable addition to any collection.
⭐INDIA⭐ Ancient GANDHARA JANAPADA Authentic OLD 600 B.C Silver Coin Bowl shape. - This is an authentic ancient silver coin from India's Gandhara janapada, dating back to 600 BC. The coin is bowl-shaped and has not been graded. The denomination is 1/4 Satamana and it originated from both Persian and Indian cultures.
⭐INDIA⭐ Ancient GANDHARA JANAPADA Authentic OLD 600 B.C Silver Coin Bowl shape - This is an authentic ancient silver coin from India's Gandhara janapada, dating back to 600 BC. The coin is bowl-shaped and has not been graded. The denomination is 1/4 Satamana and it originated from both Persian and Indian cultures.
⭐INDIA⭐ Ancient GANDHARA JANAPADA Authentic OLD 600 B.C. Silver Coin Bowl shape - This authentic ancient silver coin originates from the Gandhara janapada of 600 BC. The composition of the coin is pure silver with a fineness of 0.999, giving it a shine like no other. Its unique bowl shape and intricate design make it a valuable addition to any collection.
⭐INDIA⭐ Ancient GANDHARA JANAPADA Authentic OLD 600 B.C. Silver Coin Bowl shape - This is an authentic ancient silver coin from India's Gandhara janapada, dating back to 600 BC. The coin is bowl-shaped and has not been graded. The denomination is 1/4 Satamana and it originated from both Persian and Indian cultures.
⭐INDIA⭐ Ancient GANDHARA JANAPADA Authentic OLD 600 B.C. Silver Coin Bowl shape - This authentic ancient silver coin originates from the Gandhara janapada of 600 BC. The composition of the coin is pure silver with a fineness of 0.999, giving it a shine like no other. Its unique bowl shape and intricate design make it a valuable addition to any collection.
⭐INDIA⭐ Ancient GANDHARA JANAPADA Authentic OLD 600 B.C. Silver Coin Bowl shape - This is an authentic ancient silver coin from India's Gandhara janapada, dating back to 600 BC. The coin is bowl-shaped and has not been graded. The denomination is 1/4 Satamana and it originated from both Persian and Indian cultures.
⭐INDIA⭐ Ancient GANDHARA JANAPADA Authentic OLD 600 B.C. Silver Coin Bowl shape - This is an authentic ancient silver coin from India's Gandhara janapada, dating back to 600 BC. The coin is bowl-shaped and has not been graded. The denomination is 1/4 Satamana and it originated from both Persian and Indian cultures.
⭐INDIA⭐ Ancient GANDHARA JANAPADA Authentic OLD 600 BC. Silver Coin Bowl shape - This is an authentic ancient silver coin from India's Gandhara janapada, dating back to 600 BC. The coin is bowl-shaped and has not been graded. The denomination is 1/4 Satamana and it originated from both Persian and Indian cultures.
⭐INDIA⭐ Ancient GANDHARA JANAPADA Authentic OLD 600 BC Silver. Coin Bowl shape - This is an authentic ancient silver coin from India's Gandhara janapada, dating back to 600 BC. The coin is bowl-shaped and has not been graded. The denomination is 1/4 Satamana and it originated from both Persian and Indian cultures.
⭐INDIA⭐ Ancient GANDHARA JANAPADA Authentic OLD 600 BC Silver Coin. Bowl shape - This is an authentic ancient silver coin from India's Gandhara janapada, dating back to 600 BC. The coin is bowl-shaped and has not been graded. The denomination is 1/4 Satamana and it originated from both Persian and Indian cultures.
⭐INDIA⭐ Ancient GANDHARA JANAPADA Authentic OLD 600 BC Silver Coin Bowl. shape - This is an authentic ancient silver coin from India's Gandhara janapada, dating back to 600 BC. The coin is bowl-shaped and has not been graded. The denomination is 1/4 Satamana and it originated from both Persian and Indian cultures.
⭐INDIA⭐ Ancient GANDHARA JANAPADA Authentic OLD 600 BC Silver Coin Bowl shape. - This is an authentic ancient silver coin from India's Gandhara janapada, dating back to 600 BC. The coin is bowl-shaped and has not been graded. The denomination is 1/4 Satamana and it originated from both Persian and Indian cultures.
⭐INDIA⭐ Ancient GANDHARA JANAPADA Authentic OLD 600 BC Silver Coin Bowl shape. - This is an authentic ancient silver coin from India's Gandhara janapada, dating back to 600 BC. The coin is bowl-shaped and has not been graded. The denomination is 1/4 Satamana and it originated from both Persian and Indian cultures.
⭐INDIA⭐ Ancient GANDHARA JANAPADA Authentic OLD 600 BC Silver Coin Bowl shaped - This is an authentic ancient silver coin from India's Gandhara janapada, dating back to 600 BC. The coin is bowl-shaped and has not been graded. The denomination is 1/4 Satamana and it originated from both Persian and Indian cultures.
Delhi Sultanate Muhammad bin Sam 1193-1206 A.D. Jital Near VF #AC94087 - RefID= AC94087. Delhi Sultanate Muhammad bin Sam 1193-1206 A.D. Bi Jital. Bi Jital 3.4 g. 15 mm. Delhi Sultanate Muhammad bin Sam 1193-1206 A.D. Muhammad bin Sam was an Afghan invader who established the first Muslim kingdom at Delhi.
Islamic Sultanates Sultans of Malwa Mahmud Shah I AH839-873 (1436-1469 A.D.) Tan - Islamic Sultanates Sultans of Malwa Mahmud Shah I AH839-873 (1436-1469 A.D.) Bi Tanka (96 Ratti standard). Bi Tanka (96 Ratti standard) 10.7 g. 21 mm. AH869 (1464 A.D.) NM. A nice example with apparently higher silver content, as many other examples appear more coppery in color.
Khusru (Khosrau) II 590-628 A.D. Drachm Mint State #AC87105 - RefID= AC87105. Khusru (Khosrau) II 590-628 A.D. AR Drachm. Khusru (Khosrau) II 590-628 A.D. AR Drachm 4.2 g. 32 mm. RY 11 (601 A.D.). Mint State. Lightly toned and lustrous. Bust r., wearing mural crown with frontal crescent, two wings, and surmounted by star in crescent; crescents on shoulders; stars flanking crown; double border with star-in-crescents and APD ('excellent' in Phalavi) around.
Khusru (Khosrau) II 590-628 A.D. Drachm Good VF #AC87103 - RefID= AC87103. Khusru (Khosrau) II 590-628 A.D. AR Drachm. Khusru (Khosrau) II 590-628 A.D. AR Drachm 4.1 g. 30 mm. RY 8 (598-599 A.D.) Ray Mint. Bust r., wearing mural crown with frontal crescent, two wings, and surmounted by star in crescent; crescents on shoulders; stars flanking crown; double border with star-in-crescents around.
Parthia Mithradates III 87-80 B.C. Drachm About Fine #AC95565 - RefID= AC95565. Parthia Mithradates III 87-80 B.C. AR Drachm. Parthia Mithradates III 87-80 B.C. Though this type was long attributed to Orodes I, since Assar's reorganization of the Parthian chronology it is now considered an issue of Mithradates III.
Baktria Graeco-Baktrian Kings Euthydemos II 185-180 B.C. Tetradrachm Near EF #AC - Baktria Graeco-Baktrian Kings Euthydemos II 185-180 B.C. AR Tetradrachm. Baktria Graeco-Baktrian Kings Euthydemos II 185-180 B.C. Euthydemos II is largely unknown to history except for his counage. His portraits are always youthful, without any signs of aging throughout his reign, indicating his reign must have been brief.
HUNNIC, NAKHSHEB: Sogdian, ca. 6th/7th cen, AE unit 2g Coin, Queen ,Pegasus - HUNNIC, Sogdian NAKHSHEB: Anonymous, ca. 6th/7th century, AE unit (2.01g), Zeno, long-haired bust facing slightly to the left, left hand raised, holding uncertain object // tamgha; cf. Zeno-199474 for a related item of Nakhsheb with Pegasus reverse, F-VF, RRR.
INDIA Ancient Kushan Empire King Soter megus horse Rider copper Drachm 2.2g - This ancient copper coin from the Kushan Empire depicts King Soter Megus on horseback and weighs 2 grams. Its origins can be traced to Persia and India, and it is thought to date back to the 1st century, during the Medieval era. The coin's composition is bronze, with a fineness of 0.915, and it has not been certified. The coin is a rare variety of the Kushan Soter Megus and is ungraded. It is a valuable addition to any collection of ancient coins and is a testament to the history and craftsmanship of this fascinating period. Whether you are a collector or a history enthusiast, this coin is a must-have....
INDIA Ancient Kushan Empire King Soter megus horse Rider copper Drachm 2.2g - This ancient copper coin from the Kushan Empire depicts King Soter Megus on horseback and weighs 2 grams. Its origins can be traced to Persia and India, and it is thought to date back to the 1st century, during the Medieval era. The coin's composition is bronze, with a fineness of 0.915, and it has not been certified. The coin is a rare variety of the Kushan Soter Megus and is ungraded. It is a valuable addition to any collection of ancient coins and is a testament to the history and craftsmanship of this fascinating period. Whether you are a collector or a history enthusiast, this coin is a must-have....#NumisHobbyShop
I14-34 Shahi Kings AR Drachm, "Spalapati Deva" Bull/Horseman. Tye 5 - "Spalapati Deva" coins are the earliest Shah bull & horseman coins, pre-dating the "Samanta Deva" bull and horseman coins. Spalapati Deva coins are much scarcer than the Samanta Deva coins. "Spalapati Deva" Bull / Horseman.
Indo-Scythians: Anepigraphic, c. 110-100 BC, 0.72 gram, Silver, Hami Obol Coin - Indo-Scythians: Anepigraphic Issue c. 110-100 BC, 0.72 gram, 11/16 mm, Silver Hemi-Obol. Rare. Obverse: Horse walking to the right with its head turning back. Reverse: A winged Nike walking to the right. No Post to Israel and India International Tracking available
1400-1750 India Gold Fanam Malabar/Travancore Vira Raya Type Ngc Au58 Gold - The coin has been authenticated and certified by NGC with a certification number of 2150146-001. The gold composition has a fineness of 0.6 and is of AU 58 grade. This stunning piece of history dates back to the period between 1400-1750 and carries the design of Vira Raya Type.
Silver Seliqua Enigma: Unknown Ruler - Adorn yourself with a piece that invites curiosity and admiration. Conversations Unveiled: Spark conversations and intrigue wherever you go. Unveil the unknown, wear the mystery.
[#1270050] Kushan Empire, Kanishka I, Drachm, 127-152, Bronze, EF(40-45) - Kushan Empire, Kanishka I, Drachm, 127-152, Bronze, EF(40-45). This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
[#1270051] Kushan Empire, Kanishka I, Drachm, 127-152, Bronze, EF(40-45) - Kushan Empire, Kanishka I, Drachm, 127-152, Bronze, EF(40-45). This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
[#1270052] Kushan Empire, Kanishka I, Drachm, 127-152, Bronze, EF(40-45) - Kushan Empire, Kanishka I, Drachm, 127-152, Bronze, EF(40-45). This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
[#1270049] Kushan Empire, Kanishka I, Drachm, 127-152, Bronze, EF(40-45) - Kushan Empire, Kanishka I, Drachm, 127-152, Bronze, EF(40-45). This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
[#1270047] Kushan Empire, Vima Takto, Drachm, 55-105, Bronze, VF(30-35) - Kushan Empire, Vima Takto, Drachm, 55-105, Bronze, VF(30-35). As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified. Extended warranty.
[#1270042] Kushan Empire, Vima Takto, Drachm, 55-105, Bronze, VF(30-35) - Kushan Empire, Vima Takto, Drachm, 55-105, Bronze, VF(30-35). As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified. Extended warranty.
[#1270041] Gupta Empire, Skandagupta, Drachm, 455-467, Silver, EF(40-45) - Gupta Empire, Skandagupta, Drachm, 455-467, Silver, EF(40-45). As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified. Extended warranty.
INDIA Ancient Kushan Empire, King Soter megus horse Rider coper coin 1/4 Unit - This ancient coper coin from the Kushan Empire features a depiction of King Soter Megus riding a horse. The coin is believed to have originated from India during the 1st century and is considered rare due to its certification number. The coin has a fineness of 0.915 and is ungraded and uncertified. The denomination of the coin is a quarter unit and it belongs to the medieval era. The variety of the coin is known as the Kushan Soter Megus. This historical artifact is a valuable addition to any collection of ancient coins and is a must-have for enthusiasts of Persian and Indian medieval coins.....#NumisHobbyShop
Sasanian Empire, Khusru II, Unique Type, Silver Coin Drachm Bishpur Mint - Sasanian Empire, Khusru II Type Unique , Unknown Governor, Silver Coin Drachm. uncleaned Bishapur Mint, 3.98g Shipment through Pakistan Post International Tracking will be available through Pakistan Post site No Post to Israel India
Parthian Kingdom, Parther, Orodes II. (57-38 BCE) AR Drachme Ekbatana, Arsakes - Parther, Orodes II. (57-38 BCE) AR Drachme Ekbatana, Arsakes I. mit Bogen VF. Grade VF Weight: 2.85g Metal: silver No Post to Israel and India International Tracking available Combined Shipping available for less than 10g of coins in total
Sasanian Empire, Khusru I, Unique Type, Silver Coin Drachm Khuzistan Mint - Sasanian Empire, Khusru I Type Unique , Unknown Governor, Silver Coin Drachm. uncleaned Khuzistan Mint, 4.10 g Shipment through Pakistan Post International Tracking will be available through Pakistan Post site No Post to Israel India
Coin AE drachm of Orodes II of Elymais, aka Elam, Medieval bronze drachma, - AE drachm of Orodes II of Elymais, aka Elam. AE drachm of Orodes II of Elymais. These small Drachm of Elymais are are very interesting coin for a collector. They are from a small kingdom on the border of the Arsacid dynasty of Parthia, which was later conquered by the Sasanians.
Sasanian Kingdom. Khusru Ii (591-628 A.d). Silver Drachm. - SASANIAN KINGDOM. KHUSRU II (591-628 A.D). SILVER DRACHM. Obverse. Bust of the king right. Reverse. Fire altar with attendants. Weight: 4.15 grams. Diameter: 31mm. Some surface cleaning, otherwise nice.(Thank you for viewing the coin. All my coins are guaranteed to be genuine and authentic. I’ve been dealing in coins and antiquities for over 40 years and collecting for over 50 years. Questions about the coin are always welcome. Kind Regards, Ancient17).
India, Hindu Shahis. Samanta Deva AR Jital. Kabul mint, coin AD 750-900. - India, Hindu Shahis. Spalapati Deva AR Jital. Kabul mint, circa AD 750-900. Horseman riding to right, holding spear; Brahmi 'Ka' behind, three pellets between horse's front legs / Legend 'sri Spalapati Deva' in Sarada, bull lying to left, wearing saddle cloth; trisul symbol on rump. Numista 109295; Tye 6. 3.23g silver, 18mm, 4h. Shipment Through Pakistan Post International Tracking available through Pakistan No Post to Israel
Sasanian Kingdom. Khusru Ii (591-628 A.d). Silver Drachm. - SASANIAN KINGDOM. KHUSRU II (591-628 A.D). SILVER DRACHM. Obverse. Bust of the king right. Reverse. Fire altar with attendants. Weight: 4.07 grams. Diameter: 32mm. Some tarnish patches, otherwise nice.(Thank you for viewing the coin. All my coins are guaranteed to be genuine and authentic. I’ve been dealing in coins and antiquities for over 40 years and collecting for over 50 years. Questions about the coin are always welcome. Kind Regards, Ancient17).
Coin AE drachm of Orodes II of Elymais, aka Elam, Medieval bronze drachma, - AE drachm of Orodes II of Elymais, aka Elam. AE drachm of Orodes II of Elymais. These small Drachm of Elymais are are very interesting coin for a collector. They are from a small kingdom on the border of the Arsacid dynasty of Parthia, which was later conquered by the Sasanians.
AE drachm of Orodes II of Elymais, aka Elam. Dashes reverse, bronze drachma, - AE drachm of Orodes II of Elymais, aka Elam. Dashes reverse. AE drachm of Orodes II of Elymais. These coins of Elymais are both cheap and interesting, an excellent combination for a collector. Obverse: Facing bust in tiara with anchor and pellet-within-crescent to right.
Ancient India Challukya Dynasty AD 950-1050 Silver Drachm 223-163 - Also it may be impossible to show ALL the wear and tear, scratches and actual condition of the coins in the pictures. Pictures are the just closer representation of the actual look of the coins. I will be more than happy to assist you to get more pictures if you needed more.
Shahi 1049-1079 AD Jital Coin 3g. 17mm Silvered - With its intricate details and design, this coin is a great addition to any coin collection. Whether you are a collector or history enthusiast, this Shahi Jital Coin is a must-have item to add to your collection.
2nd series gold dinar of Sultan Masud III (1099-1115), Ghaznavid Empire - Scarce high quality for these. Decent quality gold. The 505 AH dated second series dinars typically weigh about half the weight of the first series dated 492 AH. hiyath al-muslimin, second issue from 505 AH (=1111 AD), Ghazna mint.
AE kavanahu of Parakrama Bahu II (1236-1271), Singhalese Kingdom, Sri Lanka - Seated king, SRI PARAKRAMA BAHU in Brahmi in two vertical lines in the left field / King standing, small altar in the left field, various dots and decorations in fields. 21mm, 4.17 grams. Mitchiner NIS 845-847. SKU T1099-35662 Parakrama Bahu II was the Sighalese ruler of the southern portion of Sri-Lanka who reconquered the northern part of the island from the South Indian Cholas in 1170 AD.
Rare quality dichalkon (AE22), 46/5 BC, Antioch Municipal coinage under Rome - Laureate head of Zeus right / ANTIOXEΩN THΣ METΡOΠOΛEΩΣ KAI IEΡAΣ KAI AΣYΛOY KAI AYTONOMOY to left and right of Zeus seated left, holding Nike and sceptre in left, thunderbolt above, date mark Δ (=year 4 of Philip Philadelphos = 46/45 BC) on thunderbolt in exergue. Hoover 1367; Butcher 14-17; McAlee 45-51. SKU T1148-52078 Rare issue, exceptionally nice for these.
Rare kavanahu of Vijaya Bahu IV (1267-1270), Singhalese Kingdom, Sri Lanka - Seated king, SRI VIJAYA BAHU in Brahmi in two vertical lines in the left field / King standing, small altar in the left field, various dots and decorations in fields. 21mm, 4.22 grams. Mitchiner NIS 848-849. SKU T1145-35674 Vijayabahu IV (d. October 1270) was King of Dambadeniya in the 13th century, who ruled from 1267/8 to 1270. He succeeded his father Parakkamabahu II as King of Dambadeniya and was succeeded by his brother Bhuvanaikabahu I.
Scarce AE18 of Alexander I Balas (150-145 BC), Seleukid Kingdom - Head of Alexander right wearing corinthian helmet // ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ, Nike standing left holding wreath in outstretched right hand and palm branch in left over shoulder, outer left field grain ear, inner left letter B and in exergue letter A. Ref: SNG Spaer 1469. SKU T1144-52071
Rare AR drachm of Rudrasimha III (c.385-415 AD), Indo-Sakas - the last ruler of - Bust of Rudrasimha right with collar showing, wearing a satrapal cap, date in Brahmi numerals behind bust (off flan), corrupt Greek inscription / Crescent on a hill over a wavy line, crescent in the left field and sun in the right field, Brahmi inscription RaJna MaHaKsaTraPaSa SvaMi SaTyaSiHaPuTraSa RaJna MaHaKsaTraPaSa SvaMi RuDraSiHaSa. 16mm, 2.01 grams. The Silver coinage of the Western Satraps in India", A.Fishman, #38.1; Rajgor "The Studies in the Coinage of the Western Kshatraps" #899 var. SKU T1126-50187This is the earliest type of Rudrasimha III, issued only in ca.307-309 SE (385-387 AD). This is an extremely rare type, continuing the earlier type of Rudrasena III.
Rare AE drachm, Sanabares King of Margiana, ca.1st century AD? - Bust left // Archer seated right, Π below bow, Pehlavi legends around, Gondopharid or Arsacid symbol or tamgha to the left. 18mm, 3.75 grams. Probably Herat-Sistan region. 266.4D; Sellwood 93.5. SKU T1123-52122 Mitchiner saw a karhosti legend behind archer - he attributed this type to Ardeshir, vassal king of Sakastan, AD 230-245. Other authorities considered these coins Gondopharid (Indo-Parthian), though it is hard to place them within the Gondopharid series due to stylistic considerations. Other attributions place this issue in Margiana.
AE kavanahu of Parakrama Bahu II (1236-1271), Singhalese Kingdom, Sri Lanka - Seated king, SRI PARAKRAMA BAHU in Brahmi in two vertical lines in the left field / King standing, small altar in the left field, various dots and decorations in fields. 21mm, 4.13 grams. Mitchiner NIS 845-847. SKU T1122-52214 Parakrama Bahu II was the Sighalese ruler of the southern portion of Sri-Lanka who reconquered the northern part of the island from the South Indian Cholas in 1170 AD.
Scarce billon jiital of Ibrahim (1058-1098), Lahore, Ghaznavid Empire (Tye 103) - Reclining bull left, SRI SAMANTA DEVA in Nagari // Arabic legend: 'adil / al-Sultan/al-mua'zam/ abu'l muzaffar/ Ibrahim. 14mm, 3.25 grams. Tye 103. SKU T1784-52851In 1058, Mas'ud's son Ibrahim became king. Ibrahim re-established a truncated empire on a firmer basis by arriving at a peace agreement with the Seljuks and a restoration of cultural and political linkages. Under Ibrahim and his successors the empire enjoyed a period of sustained tranquility. He ruled until 1098.
Rare billon dirham of Muhammad Khwarizmshah (1200-1220), Taliqan, Khwarezm - // Taliqan / al-Sultan al-'a/ zam 'ala al-du/ nya wa ud'din Muhammad / bin al-Sultan. 17mm, 2.58 grams. Taliqan mint. Tye 245; cf. Zeno 197367. SKU T1119-52620. Muhammad in the middle. Muhammad Khwarezmshah, a ruler of a giant and rich Central Asian Empire, famously insulted Ghengiz Khan, who retaliated by attacking and conquering the Khwarezmian Empire.
Rare billon dirham of Muhammad Khwarizmshah (1200-1220), Taliqan, Khwarezm - // Taliqan / al-Sultan al-'a/ zam 'ala al-du/ nya wa ud'din Muhammad / bin al-Sultan. 17mm, 3.02 grams. Taliqan mint. Tye 245; cf. Zeno 197367. SKU T1128-52606. Muhammad in the middle. Muhammad Khwarezmshah, a ruler of a giant and rich Central Asian Empire, famously insulted Ghengiz Khan, who retaliated by attacking and conquering the Khwarezmian Empire.
AE kavanahu of Parakrama Bahu II (1236-1271), Singhalese Kingdom, Sri Lanka - Seated king, SRI PARAKRAMA BAHU in Brahmi in two vertical lines in the left field / King standing, small altar in the left field, various dots and decorations in fields. 21mm, 4.13 grams. Mitchiner NIS 845-847. SKU T1110-35664 Parakrama Bahu II was the Sighalese ruler of the southern portion of Sri-Lanka who reconquered the northern part of the island from the South Indian Cholas in 1170 AD.
Rare billon dirham of Muhammad Khwarizmshah (1200-1220), Taliqan, Khwarezm - // Taliqan / al-Sultan al-'a/ zam 'ala al-du/ nya wa ud'din Muhammad / bin al-Sultan. 17mm, 2.58 grams. Taliqan mint. Tye 245; cf. Zeno 197367. SKU T1070-52610. Muhammad in the middle. Muhammad Khwarezmshah, a ruler of a giant and rich Central Asian Empire, famously insulted Ghengiz Khan, who retaliated by attacking and conquering the Khwarezmian Empire.
AE kavanahu of Queen Lilavati (1197-1212) w/spelling error, Sri Lanka - Being of royal descent herself she then ruled as sole monarch on three different occasions in the near-anarchy following Parakramabahu's death, with the backing of various generals. standing, small altar in the left field, various dots and decorations in fields.
Bronze drachm of Soter Megas (c.80-100 AD), Taxila mint, Kushan Empire - Diademed and radiate bust of king right, holding spear, three-pronged tamgha behind / Mounted king right, Three-pronged tamgha in right field; Greek legend BASILEU BASILEUWN CWTYR MEGAC ("King of Kings, Great Saviour") around. Taxila or Pushkalavati mint. 13mm, 2.10 grams. MACW 2981ff. SKU T1062-51186 Vima Takto was long known as "The nameless King", since his coins only showed the legend "The King of Kings, Great Saviour", until the discovery of the Rabatak inscription helped connect his name with the title on the coins. Vima Takto's empire covered northwestern Gandhara and greater Bactria towards China, where Kushan presence has been asserted in the Tarim Basin.
Bronze drachm of Soter Megas (c.80-100 AD), Taxila mint, Kushan Empire - Diademed and radiate bust of king right, holding spear, three-pronged tamgha behind / Mounted king right, Three-pronged tamgha in right field; Greek legend BASILEU BASILEUWN CWTYR MEGAC ("King of Kings, Great Saviour") around. Taxila or Pushkalavati mint. 13mm, 2.31 grams. MACW 2981ff. SKU T1068-51188 Vima Takto was long known as "The nameless King", since his coins only showed the legend "The King of Kings, Great Saviour", until the discovery of the Rabatak inscription helped connect his name with the title on the coins. Vima Takto's empire covered northwestern Gandhara and greater Bactria towards China, where Kushan presence has been asserted in the Tarim Basin.
Bronze drachm of Soter Megas (c.80-100 AD), Taxila mint, Kushan Empire - Diademed and radiate bust of king right, holding spear, three-pronged tamgha behind / Mounted king right, Three-pronged tamgha in right field; Greek legend BASILEU BASILEUWN CWTYR MEGAC ("King of Kings, Great Saviour") around. Taxila or Pushkalavati mint. 13mm, 2.09 grams. MACW 2981ff. SKU T1064-51183 Vima Takto was long known as "The nameless King", since his coins only showed the legend "The King of Kings, Great Saviour", until the discovery of the Rabatak inscription helped connect his name with the title on the coins. Vima Takto's empire covered northwestern Gandhara and greater Bactria towards China, where Kushan presence has been asserted in the Tarim Basin.
AE kavanahu of Queen Lilavati (1197-1212) w/spelling error, Sri Lanka - Being of royal descent herself she then ruled as sole monarch on three different occasions in the near-anarchy following Parakramabahu's death, with the backing of various generals. standing, small altar in the left field, various dots and decorations in fields.
AE tetradrachm w/Shiva and bull, Vima Kadphises (c.100-128 AD), Kushan Empire - During the 1st and early 2nd centuries AD the Kushans expanded rapidly across the northern part of the Indian subcontinent at least as far as Saketa and Sarnath near Varanasi (Benares). The empire declined from 3rd century and fell to the Sassanid empire and Gupta Empire.
Rare Chittagong trade coinage - tanka of Bahadur (1555-1560), Bengal Sultanate - Crude legends on both sides, dated to 960 AH (1552 AD). 28mm in diameter, 10.6 grams. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B1004. SKU T1040-6220 A wonderful high quality example of these. Chittagong (an area in Eastern Bengal) issued Bengal-type coins whenever it would come under the influence of Bengal Sultanate. The coins issued in Chittagong are characteristically crude, full of spelling errors and retrograde letters (like on this coin) and struck to a tanka standard (10.3-10.7 grams), not to a contemporary rupee standard used by Islam Shah (11.4 grams). All Chittagong coins are rare to very rare, and are very difficult to find.
Bronze drachm, King Wanwan (?), late 400's-600 AD, Chach, Central Asia - Diademed head left / Circular Sogdian legend around tamgha, ch'ch'n n'p'ch wnwn xwb ("Wanwan ruler of Chachan people"). 19mm, 3.48 grams. Smirnova -; Shagalov/Kuznetzov type 5-7 (#11-13); Zeimal fig. 6, 1-4. SKU T1519-52372 Alternative interpretation of the reverse legend exists, where "Wanwan" is interpreted not as a name but as a title "Victorious".
Bronze stater, Emperor Kanishka II (c.225-245 AD), Taxila, Kushan Empire - King standing, crude partial legend in Kushan Greek naming the King, no control marks / Ardoksho seated within a dotted border. 21mm, 7.43 grams. Taxila mint. MACW 3515. SKU T1430-51907 Kanishka II was one of the emperors of the Kushan Empire from around 225“245 CE. Kanishka lost the Western parts of the Kushan Empire to the Sassanian Shapur, and the Kushan power under Kanishka II went into a terminal decline.
Bronze stater, Emperor Kanishka II (c.225-245 AD), Taxila, Kushan Empire - King standing, crude partial legend in Kushan Greek naming the King, no control marks / Ardoksho seated within a dotted border. 21mm, 7.69 grams. Taxila mint. MACW 3515. SKU T1422-51943 Kanishka II was one of the emperors of the Kushan Empire from around 225“245 CE. Kanishka lost the Western parts of the Kushan Empire to the Sassanian Shapur, and the Kushan power under Kanishka II went into a terminal decline.
Bronze stater, Emperor Kanishka II (c.225-245 AD), Taxila, Kushan Empire - King standing, crude partial legend in Kushan Greek naming the King, no control marks / Ardoksho seated within a dotted border. 21mm, 7.33 grams. Taxila mint. MACW 3515. SKU T1419-51919 Kanishka II was one of the emperors of the Kushan Empire from around 225“245 CE. Kanishka lost the Western parts of the Kushan Empire to the Sassanian Shapur, and the Kushan power under Kanishka II went into a terminal decline.
Bronze stater, Emperor Kanishka II (c.225-245 AD), Taxila, Kushan Empire - King standing, crude partial legend in Kushan Greek naming the King, no control marks / Ardoksho seated within a dotted border. 20mm, 7.77 grams. Taxila mint. MACW 3515. SKU T1423-51921 Kanishka II was one of the emperors of the Kushan Empire from around 225“245 CE. Kanishka lost the Western parts of the Kushan Empire to the Sassanian Shapur, and the Kushan power under Kanishka II went into a terminal decline.
Bronze stater, Emperor Kanishka II (c.225-245 AD), Taxila, Kushan Empire - King standing, crude partial legend in Kushan Greek naming the King, no control marks / Ardoksho seated within a dotted border. 21mm, 7,19 grams. Taxila mint. MACW 3515. SKU T1416-51911 Kanishka II was one of the emperors of the Kushan Empire from around 225“245 CE. Kanishka lost the Western parts of the Kushan Empire to the Sassanian Shapur, and the Kushan power under Kanishka II went into a terminal decline.
Bronze stater, Emperor Kanishka II (c.225-245 AD), Taxila, Kushan Empire - King standing, crude partial legend in Kushan Greek naming the King, no control marks / Ardoksho seated within a dotted border. 21mm, 8,34 grams. Taxila mint. MACW 3515. SKU T1418-51924 Kanishka II was one of the emperors of the Kushan Empire from around 225“245 CE. Kanishka lost the Western parts of the Kushan Empire to the Sassanian Shapur, and the Kushan power under Kanishka II went into a terminal decline.
Bronze stater, Emperor Kanishka II (c.225-245 AD), Taxila, Kushan Empire - King standing, crude partial legend in Kushan Greek naming the King, no control marks / Ardoksho seated within a dotted border. 21mm, 6.69 grams. Taxila mint. MACW 3515. SKU T1415-51914 Kanishka II was one of the emperors of the Kushan Empire from around 225“245 CE. Kanishka lost the Western parts of the Kushan Empire to the Sassanian Shapur, and the Kushan power under Kanishka II went into a terminal decline.
Silver drachm of Samprati (c.216-207 BC), Pataliputra, Mauryan Empire (G/H 573) - Five punch-mark symbols (see below) / A single banker's mark. Irregular flat silver planchet, 16mm, 3.32 grams. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC VI IV F 26 (#573). SKU T1348-52333 The Mauryan Empire was India's first great unified empire. It lasted from 321 to 185 BCE, and was ruled by the Mauryan dynasty. At its height it ruled virtually all of northern and central India and parts of Afghanistan and Pakistan.
Bronze stater, Emperor Kanishka II (c.225-245 AD), Taxila, Kushan Empire - King standing, crude partial legend in Kushan Greek naming the King, no control marks / Ardoksho seated within a dotted border. 21mm, 8.13 grams. Taxila mint. MACW 3515. SKU T1414-51928 Kanishka II was one of the emperors of the Kushan Empire from around 225“245 CE. Kanishka lost the Western parts of the Kushan Empire to the Sassanian Shapur, and the Kushan power under Kanishka II went into a terminal decline.
Bronze stater, Emperor Kanishka II (c.225-245 AD), Taxila, Kushan Empire - King standing, crude partial legend in Kushan Greek naming the King, no control marks / Ardoksho seated within a dotted border. 21mm, 8.78 grams. Taxila mint. MACW 3515. SKU T1413-51909 Kanishka II was one of the emperors of the Kushan Empire from around 225“245 CE. Kanishka lost the Western parts of the Kushan Empire to the Sassanian Shapur, and the Kushan power under Kanishka II went into a terminal decline.
Silver drachm of Samprati (c.216-207 BC), Pataliputra, Mauryan Empire (G/H 573) - Five punch-mark symbols (see below) / A single banker's mark. Irregular flat silver planchet, 16mmx10mm, 3.09 grams. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC VI IV F 26 (#573). SKU T1324-9353 The Mauryan Empire was India's first great unified empire. It lasted from 321 to 185 BCE, and was ruled by the Mauryan dynasty. At its height it ruled virtually all of northern and central India and parts of Afghanistan and Pakistan.
Bronze stater, Emperor Kanishka II (c.225-245 AD), Taxila, Kushan Empire - King standing, crude partial legend in Kushan Greek naming the King, no control marks / Ardoksho seated within a dotted border. 20mm, 7.35 grams. Taxila mint. MACW 3515. SKU T1406-51927 Kanishka II was one of the emperors of the Kushan Empire from around 225“245 CE. Kanishka lost the Western parts of the Kushan Empire to the Sassanian Shapur, and the Kushan power under Kanishka II went into a terminal decline.
Bronze tetradrachm, Soter Megas (c.80-100 AD), Taxila, Kushan Empire - Diademed and radiate bust of king right, holding spear, three-pronged tamgha behind / Mounted king right, Three-pronged tamgha in right field; Greek legend BASILEU BASILEUWN CWTYR MEGAC ("King of Kings, Great Saviour") around. 21mm, 8.61 grams. Taxila or Pushkalavati mint. MACW 2928ff. SKU T1640-50807 This is the standard type, minted in Taxila and Pushkalavati. Vima Takto was long known as "The nameless King", since his coins only showed the legend "The King of Kings, Great Saviour", until the discovery of the Rabatak inscription helped connect his name with the title on the coins. Vima Takto's empire covered northwestern Gandhara and greater Bactria towards China, where Kushan presence has been asserted in the Tarim Basin.
Late bronze tetradrachm, Vasudeva I (c.191-232 AD), Kushan Empire - Later issue.Vāsudeva I was a Kushan emperor, last of the "Great Kushans.". He ruled in northern India and central asia and still minted in coins in Balkh (Bactria) as well, although he probably had to deal with the rise of the Sasanians and the first incursions of the Kushano-Sasanians in the northwest of his territory.
Late bronze tetradrachm, Vasudeva I (c.191-232 AD), Kushan Empire - Later issue.Vāsudeva I was a Kushan emperor, last of the "Great Kushans.". He ruled in northern India and central asia and still minted in coins in Balkh (Bactria) as well, although he probably had to deal with the rise of the Sasanians and the first incursions of the Kushano-Sasanians in the northwest of his territory.
Late bronze tetradrachm, Vasudeva I (c.191-232 AD), Kushan Empire - Later issue.Vāsudeva I was a Kushan emperor, last of the "Great Kushans.". He ruled in northern India and central asia and still minted in coins in Balkh (Bactria) as well, although he probably had to deal with the rise of the Sasanians and the first incursions of the Kushano-Sasanians in the northwest of his territory.
AE tetradrachm w/King on elephant, Huvishka (152-180 AD), Kushan Empire - King riding elephant right, very crude partial PAONANA PAO OOhpKE NOPANO / Deity standing left, tamgha in the left field. 25mm, 14.52 grams. Mint of Taxila or Pushkalavati. Mitchiner ACW #3215ff. SKU T1611-50742 Huvishka was the emperor of the Kushan Empire from about 150 CE until the succession of Vasudeva I about thirty years later. His rule was a period of consolidation for the Empire. Huvishka's territory encompassed Balkh in Bactria to Mathura in India, locations were it is known that he minted his coinage. His reign seems to have been essentially peaceful, consolidating Kushan power in northern India, and moving the center of the Kushan Empire to the southern capital city of Mathura.
AE tetradrachm w/King on elephant, Huvishka (152-180 AD), Kushan Empire - King riding elephant right, very crude partial PAONANA PAO OOhpKE NOPANO / Deity standing left, tamgha in the left field. 25mm, 8.38 grams. Mint of Taxila or Pushkalavati. Mitchiner ACW #3215ff. SKU T1610-50703 Huvishka was the emperor of the Kushan Empire from about 150 CE until the succession of Vasudeva I about thirty years later. His rule was a period of consolidation for the Empire. Huvishka's territory encompassed Balkh in Bactria to Mathura in India, locations were it is known that he minted his coinage. His reign seems to have been essentially peaceful, consolidating Kushan power in northern India, and moving the center of the Kushan Empire to the southern capital city of Mathura.
Late bronze tetradrachm, Vasudeva I (c.191-232 AD), Kushan Empire - Later issue.Vāsudeva I was a Kushan emperor, last of the "Great Kushans.". He ruled in northern India and central asia and still minted in coins in Balkh (Bactria) as well, although he probably had to deal with the rise of the Sasanians and the first incursions of the Kushano-Sasanians in the northwest of his territory.
Latest tetradrachm (elephant, w/Shiva), Huvishka (152-180 AD), Kushan Empire - Huvishka was the emperor of the Kushan Empire from about 150 CE until the succession of Vasudeva I about thirty years later. His rule was a period of consolidation for the Empire. Huvishka's territory encompassed Balkh in Bactria to Mathura in India, locations were it is known that he minted his coinage.
Rare kavanahu of Vijaya Bahu IV (1267-1270), Singhalese Kingdom, Sri Lanka - Seated king, SRI VIJAYA BAHU in Brahmi in two vertical lines in the left field / King standing, small altar in the left field, various dots and decorations in fields. 21mm, 4.26 grams. Mitchiner NIS 848-849. SKU T1194-52200 Vijayabahu IV (d. October 1270) was King of Dambadeniya in the 13th century, who ruled from 1267/8 to 1270. He succeeded his father Parakkamabahu II as King of Dambadeniya and was succeeded by his brother Bhuvanaikabahu I.
AE tetradrachm w/Shiva, Emperor Kanishka (c.127-152 AD), Kushan Empire - King standing left beside altar, holding trident, Bactrian legend KANhPKI / OKPO, four-armed God Shiva standing left, holding a trident and a wreath, tamgha in the left field. 26mm, 17.09 grams. Mitchiner ACW 3161. Taxila or Pushkalavati issue. MACW #3093ff. SKU T1190-50652 Kanishka I, or Kanishka the Great, an emperor of the Kushan dynasty in the second century (c. 127“152 CE), is famous for his military, political, and spiritual achievements. A descendant of Kujula Kadphises, founder of the Kushan empire, Kanishka came to rule an empire in Bactria extending to Pataliputra on the Gangetic plain. The main capital of his empire was located at Puruṣapura in Gandhara, with another major capital at Kapisa.
AE tetradrachm w/Shiva, Emperor Kanishka (c.127-152 AD), Kushan Empire - King standing left beside altar, holding trident, Bactrian legend KANhPKI / OKPO, four-armed God Shiva standing left, holding a trident and a wreath, tamgha in the left field. 26mm, 17.78 grams. Mitchiner ACW 3161. Taxila or Pushkalavati issue. MACW #3093ff. SKU T1181-51059 Kanishka I, or Kanishka the Great, an emperor of the Kushan dynasty in the second century (c. 127“152 CE), is famous for his military, political, and spiritual achievements. A descendant of Kujula Kadphises, founder of the Kushan empire, Kanishka came to rule an empire in Bactria extending to Pataliputra on the Gangetic plain. The main capital of his empire was located at Puruṣapura in Gandhara, with another major capital at Kapisa.
AE tetradrachm w/King on elephant, Huvishka (152-180 AD), Kushan Empire - King riding elephant right, very crude partial PAONANA PAO OOhpKE NOPANO / Deity standing left, tamgha in the left field. 25mm, 14.55 grams. Mint of Taxila or Pushkalavati. Mitchiner ACW #3215ff. SKU T1609-51060 Huvishka was the emperor of the Kushan Empire from about 150 CE until the succession of Vasudeva I about thirty years later. His rule was a period of consolidation for the Empire. Huvishka's territory encompassed Balkh in Bactria to Mathura in India, locations were it is known that he minted his coinage. His reign seems to have been essentially peaceful, consolidating Kushan power in northern India, and moving the center of the Kushan Empire to the southern capital city of Mathura.
AE tetradrachm w/Shiva, Emperor Kanishka (c.127-152 AD), Kushan Empire - King standing left beside altar, holding trident, Bactrian legend KANhPKI / OKPO, four-armed God Shiva standing left, holding a trident and a wreath, tamgha in the left field. 26mm, 16.69 grams. Mitchiner ACW 3161. Taxila or Pushkalavati issue. MACW #3093ff. SKU T1186-51121 Kanishka I, or Kanishka the Great, an emperor of the Kushan dynasty in the second century (c. 127“152 CE), is famous for his military, political, and spiritual achievements. A descendant of Kujula Kadphises, founder of the Kushan empire, Kanishka came to rule an empire in Bactria extending to Pataliputra on the Gangetic plain. The main capital of his empire was located at Puruṣapura in Gandhara, with another major capital at Kapisa.
AE tetradrachm w/Shiva, Emperor Kanishka (c.127-152 AD), Kushan Empire - King standing left beside altar, holding trident, Bactrian legend KANhPKI / OKPO, four-armed God Shiva standing left, holding a trident and a wreath, tamgha in the left field. 26mm, 18.00 grams. Mitchiner ACW 3161. Taxila or Pushkalavati issue. MACW #3093ff. SKU T1187-50791 Kanishka I, or Kanishka the Great, an emperor of the Kushan dynasty in the second century (c. 127“152 CE), is famous for his military, political, and spiritual achievements. A descendant of Kujula Kadphises, founder of the Kushan empire, Kanishka came to rule an empire in Bactria extending to Pataliputra on the Gangetic plain. The main capital of his empire was located at Puruṣapura in Gandhara, with another major capital at Kapisa.
Latest tetradrachm (elephant, w/Shiva), Huvishka (152-180 AD), Kushan Empire - Huvishka was the emperor of the Kushan Empire from about 150 CE until the succession of Vasudeva I about thirty years later. His rule was a period of consolidation for the Empire. Huvishka's territory encompassed Balkh in Bactria to Mathura in India, locations were it is known that he minted his coinage.
Latest tetradrachm (elephant, w/Shiva), Huvishka (152-180 AD), Kushan Empire - Huvishka was the emperor of the Kushan Empire from about 150 CE until the succession of Vasudeva I about thirty years later. His rule was a period of consolidation for the Empire. Huvishka's territory encompassed Balkh in Bactria to Mathura in India, locations were it is known that he minted his coinage.
AE tetradrachm w/Shiva, Emperor Kanishka (c.127-152 AD), Kushan Empire - King standing left beside altar, holding trident, Bactrian legend KANhPKI / OKPO, four-armed God Shiva standing left, holding a trident and a wreath, tamgha in the left field. 26mm, 16.43 grams. Mitchiner ACW 3161. Taxila or Pushkalavati issue. MACW #3093ff. SKU T1176-50768 Kanishka I, or Kanishka the Great, an emperor of the Kushan dynasty in the second century (c. 127“152 CE), is famous for his military, political, and spiritual achievements. A descendant of Kujula Kadphises, founder of the Kushan empire, Kanishka came to rule an empire in Bactria extending to Pataliputra on the Gangetic plain. The main capital of his empire was located at Puruṣapura in Gandhara, with another major capital at Kapisa.
RR kavanahu of infant-King Dharmasoka (1208-1209), Singhalese Sri Lanka - Seated king, SRI DHAMMASOKA DEVA in Brahmi in two vertical lines in the left field / King standing, small altar in the left field, various dots and decorations in fields. 21mm, 4.08 grams. Mitchiner NIS 842. SKU T1205-52209 Dharmasoka was an infant King of Polonnaruwa in the thirteenth century, who ruled from 1208 to 1209. He was three months old and installed as king by General Ayasmantha succeeding Kalyanavati as king of Polonnaruwa and was succeeded by his father Anikanga.
Rare round-script kavanahu of Bhuvainaku (1271-1283), Singhalese Sri Lanka - Seated king, SRI BHUVAINAKA BAHU in Brahmi in two vertical lines in the left field / King standing, small altar in the left field, various dots and decorations in fields. 21mm, 4.33 grams. Mitchiner NIS 850. SKU T1216-52204 Bhuvanaikabahu I was King of Dambadeniya in the 13th century, who ruled from 1271 to 1283. He succeeded his brother Vijayabahu IV as King of Dambadeniya and was succeeded an Interregnum of 19 years. His nephew Parakkamabahu III ruled from Polonnaruwa, and was not formally considered as a King of Dambadeniya.
AE tetradrachm (w/fire god Athsho), Kanishka (c.127-152 AD), Kushan Empire - Athsho was a Kushan god of fire derived from Atar, Atash, or Azar - the Zoroastrian concept of holy fire. The cult of Athsho may have been prevalent in North-eastern Iran and Mid Persia. King standing left beside altar, holding trident, Bactrian legend PAC KANHPKI / Nimbate Fire-God Athsho standing left, wearing a long cape and holding a wreath, AΘPO in the right field, tamgha in the left field.
Silver drachm of Mihirakula (c.515-540 AD), Gandhara mint, Alchon Huns - Crowned bust right; trident before / Blank. Gandhara mint. 23mm, 2.76 grams. Alram, Alchon -; Gobl, Dokumente Em. 139. SKU T1710-52017. This is a rare issue minted in Gandhara - this issue is cruder than most other Alchon drachms, poorly struck, with the fire altar and attendants on the reverse never clear or usually complete unstruck. Rare
Silver rupee, Jaswant Rao (1798-1811), n/o Shah Alam II, 1798, Indore State, Ind - Sun facing on obverse within inscriptions, mint name / Inscriptions on reverse, naming Shah Alam, regnal year 4 (for 40 = 1799) and date (121)3 AH = 1798 AD. Malharnagar mint. 19mm, 11.16 grams. KM 76. SKU T1130-52850 Very popular, thick and attractive silver coin.
Late issue AE stater of King Harsha (1089-1101), Kashmir Kingdom, India - Harsha, also Harshadeva, (ruled 1089-1101 CE) was a Hindu king of Kashmir, India. Harsha belonged to the Utpala dynasty, of which he was the last ruler. Ha-rsha Ra(ja) // Highly stylized King standing facing, sacrificing at altar at left, legend at right in Sharada script.
Early bronze stater of King Harsha (1089-1101), Kashmir Kingdom, India - Harsha, also Harshadeva, (ruled 1089-1101 CE) was a Hindu king of Kashmir, India. Harsha belonged to the Utpala dynasty, of which he was the last ruler. This is an early issue of Harsha - the later issues were small and dumpy, crudely struck with worn dies.
Late issue AE stater of King Harsha (1089-1101), Kashmir Kingdom, India - Harsha, also Harshadeva, (ruled 1089-1101 CE) was a Hindu king of Kashmir, India. Harsha belonged to the Utpala dynasty, of which he was the last ruler. Ha-rsha Ra(ja) // Highly stylized King standing facing, sacrificing at altar at left, legend at right in Sharada script.
Late issue AE stater of King Harsha (1089-1101), Kashmir Kingdom, India - Harsha, also Harshadeva, (ruled 1089-1101 CE) was a Hindu king of Kashmir, India. Harsha belonged to the Utpala dynasty, of which he was the last ruler. Ha-rsha Ra(ja) // Highly stylized King standing facing, sacrificing at altar at left, legend at right in Sharada script.
Late issue AE stater of King Harsha (1089-1101), Kashmir Kingdom, India - Harsha, also Harshadeva, (ruled 1089-1101 CE) was a Hindu king of Kashmir, India. Harsha belonged to the Utpala dynasty, of which he was the last ruler. Ha-rsha Ra(ja) // Highly stylized King standing facing, sacrificing at altar at left, legend at right in Sharada script.
Late issue AE stater of King Harsha (1089-1101), Kashmir Kingdom, India - Harsha, also Harshadeva, (ruled 1089-1101 CE) was a Hindu king of Kashmir, India. Harsha belonged to the Utpala dynasty, of which he was the last ruler. Ha-rsha Ra(ja) // Highly stylized King standing facing, sacrificing at altar at left, legend at right in Sharada script.
Rare AR drachm, Hindu Shahi of Gandhara, India, c.600-700 AD - "HaSi" type - Four dots and various lines, probably representing the extreme degeneration of a bust, Brahmi letters "Ha" and "Si" / Blank. 15.5mm, 1.30 grams. Fishman/Todd "The Silver Damma" #GA13. SKU T1526-31301 These obscure coins are not yet properly studied. A number of varieties showing two or three various letters on the obverse are known, but it is not yet known what the letters represent (it is possible that they show the names of the rulers or they might have been a form of a mint control).
Late issue AE stater of King Harsha (1089-1101), Kashmir Kingdom, India - Harsha, also Harshadeva, (ruled 1089-1101 CE) was a Hindu king of Kashmir, India. Harsha belonged to the Utpala dynasty, of which he was the last ruler. Ha-rsha Ra(ja) // Highly stylized King standing facing, sacrificing at altar at left, legend at right in Sharada script.
Late issue AE stater of King Harsha (1089-1101), Kashmir Kingdom, India - Harsha, also Harshadeva, (ruled 1089-1101 CE) was a Hindu king of Kashmir, India. Harsha belonged to the Utpala dynasty, of which he was the last ruler. Ha-rsha Ra(ja) // Highly stylized King standing facing, sacrificing at altar at left, legend at right in Sharada script.
Rare AR drachm, Hindu Shahi of Gandhara, India, c.600-700 AD - "HaSi" type - Four dots and various lines, probably representing the extreme degeneration of a bust, Brahmi letters "Ha" and "Si" / Blank. 15.5mm, 1.21 grams. Fishman/Todd "The Silver Damma" #GA13. SKU T1524-12797 These obscure coins are not yet properly studied. A number of varieties showing two or three various letters on the obverse are known, but it is not yet known what the letters represent (it is possible that they show the names of the rulers or they might have been a form of a mint control).
Late issue AE stater of King Harsha (1089-1101), Kashmir Kingdom, India - Harsha, also Harshadeva, (ruled 1089-1101 CE) was a Hindu king of Kashmir, India. Harsha belonged to the Utpala dynasty, of which he was the last ruler. Ha-rsha Ra(ja) // Highly stylized King standing facing, sacrificing at altar at left, legend at right in Sharada script.
Gold Kali fanam, 1600-1700's, India - native issue copying British Madras fanams - Degenerate Kali with the Tanjore rosette on the breast / Blank. 6mm, 0.35 grams. Probably a native minor mint around Madras area in Eastern India. Herrli #3.06.15 var.; Krause KM #-. SKU T1693-36811 The English settled in Armagon in 1629. In 1639 the English EIC company received the right to strike coins from the Vijayanagar King Venkata III. They struck small gold fanams which were imitated by the Indians at many other nearby towns in Eastern India - these coins are poorly studied and understood, and the location where these were minted is unknown.
Gold Kali fanam, 1600-1700's, India - native issue copying British Madras fanams - Degenerate Kali with the Tanjore rosette on the breast / Blank. 6mm, 0.35 grams. Probably a native minor mint around Madras area in Eastern India. Herrli #3.06.15 var.; Krause KM #-. SKU T1701-36828 The English settled in Armagon in 1629. In 1639 the English EIC company received the right to strike coins from the Vijayanagar King Venkata III. They struck small gold fanams which were imitated by the Indians at many other nearby towns in Eastern India - these coins are poorly studied and understood, and the location where these were minted is unknown.
Gold Kali fanam, 1600-1700's, India - native issue copying British Madras fanams - Degenerate Kali with the Tanjore rosette on the breast / Blank. 6mm, 0.35 grams. Probably a native minor mint around Madras area in Eastern India. Herrli #3.06.15 var.; Krause KM #-. SKU T1694-36808 The English settled in Armagon in 1629. In 1639 the English EIC company received the right to strike coins from the Vijayanagar King Venkata III. They struck small gold fanams which were imitated by the Indians at many other nearby towns in Eastern India - these coins are poorly studied and understood, and the location where these were minted is unknown.
Late issue AE stater of King Harsha (1089-1101), Kashmir Kingdom, India - Harsha, also Harshadeva, (ruled 1089-1101 CE) was a Hindu king of Kashmir, India. Harsha belonged to the Utpala dynasty, of which he was the last ruler. Ha-rsha Ra(ja) // Highly stylized King standing facing, sacrificing at altar at left, legend at right in Sharada script.
Silver rupee of Shivaji Rao (1886-1903), RY 113, Indore, Princely States, India - Sun face, mint name and regnal year of Shah Alam (11x) // Shah Alam and AH date (off-flan, should be 1280s AH = 1860s). 18mm, 11.19 grams. Malhamagar mint. KM 76; Numista #43788.Popular and interesting type, naming the long dead Mughal Emperor Shah Alam II.
Gold Kali fanam, 1600-1700's, India - native issue copying British Madras fanams - Degenerate Kali with the Tanjore rosette on the breast / Blank. 6mm, 0.35 grams. Probably a native minor mint around Madras area in Eastern India. Herrli #3.06.15 var.; Krause KM #-. SKU T1662-36818 The English settled in Armagon in 1629. In 1639 the English EIC company received the right to strike coins from the Vijayanagar King Venkata III. They struck small gold fanams which were imitated by the Indians at many other nearby towns in Eastern India - these coins are poorly studied and understood, and the location where these were minted is unknown.
Silver 1/2 tanka of Nasir Shah (1500-1510), 911AH, Malwa Sultanate, India (M110) - Legends on both sides, naming Nasir. Dated to 911 AH / 1505 AD. 17mx17mm, 5.43 grams. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" M-110. The sacking of Delhi by the Mongol conqueror Timur in the early fifteenth century caused the breakup of that sultanate into smaller states, and in 1401 Dilawar Khan, previously Malwa's governor under the rule of Delhi, declared himself sultan of Malwa. The Mughal emperor Akbar captured Malwa in 1562, and made it a province of his empire.
Late issue AE stater of King Harsha (1089-1101), Kashmir Kingdom, India - Harsha, also Harshadeva, (ruled 1089-1101 CE) was a Hindu king of Kashmir, India. Harsha belonged to the Utpala dynasty, of which he was the last ruler. Ha-rsha Ra(ja) // Highly stylized King standing facing, sacrificing at altar at left, legend at right in Sharada script.
Late issue AE stater of King Harsha (1089-1101), Kashmir Kingdom, India - Harsha, also Harshadeva, (ruled 1089-1101 CE) was a Hindu king of Kashmir, India. Harsha belonged to the Utpala dynasty, of which he was the last ruler. Ha-rsha Ra(ja) // Highly stylized King standing facing, sacrificing at altar at left, legend at right in Sharada script.
Late issue AE stater of King Harsha (1089-1101), Kashmir Kingdom, India - Harsha, also Harshadeva, (ruled 1089-1101 CE) was a Hindu king of Kashmir, India. Harsha belonged to the Utpala dynasty, of which he was the last ruler. Ha-rsha Ra(ja) // Highly stylized King standing facing, sacrificing at altar at left, legend at right in Sharada script.
Rare type AR karshapana, Samprati (c.216-207 BC), Mauryan Empire, India - Three punched symbols: 3 figures of Kartikeya (Skanda), rooster on stupa and geometrical symbol / Two arrows and two crescents symbol. 17mmx12mm, 3.2 grams. Malwa mint (Ujjain). Mitchiner ACW 4246-4247; Gupta/Hardaker ISPC VII I C 26 (#586). T1516-v4328 Mitchiner attributes these coins to Samprati, some other authorities attribute this type to Kunala. It is a rare type.
Late issue AE stater of King Harsha (1089-1101), Kashmir Kingdom, India - Harsha, also Harshadeva, (ruled 1089-1101 CE) was a Hindu king of Kashmir, India. Harsha belonged to the Utpala dynasty, of which he was the last ruler. Ha-rsha // Highly stylized King standing facing, sacrificing at altar at left, legend at right in Sharada script.
Late issue AE stater of King Harsha (1089-1101), Kashmir Kingdom, India - Harsha, also Harshadeva, (ruled 1089-1101 CE) was a Hindu king of Kashmir, India. Harsha belonged to the Utpala dynasty, of which he was the last ruler. Ha-rsha // Highly stylized King standing facing, sacrificing at altar at left, legend at right in Sharada script.
Late issue AE stater of King Harsha (1089-1101), Kashmir Kingdom, India - Harsha, also Harshadeva, (ruled 1089-1101 CE) was a Hindu king of Kashmir, India. Harsha belonged to the Utpala dynasty, of which he was the last ruler. Ha-rsha // Highly stylized King standing facing, sacrificing at altar at left, legend at right in Sharada script.
Late issue AE stater of King Harsha (1089-1101), Kashmir Kingdom, India - Harsha, also Harshadeva, (ruled 1089-1101 CE) was a Hindu king of Kashmir, India. Harsha belonged to the Utpala dynasty, of which he was the last ruler. Ha-rsha // Highly stylized King standing facing, sacrificing at altar at left, legend at right in Sharada script.
Late issue AE stater of King Harsha (1089-1101), Kashmir Kingdom, India - Harsha, also Harshadeva, (ruled 1089-1101 CE) was a Hindu king of Kashmir, India. Harsha belonged to the Utpala dynasty, of which he was the last ruler. Ha-rsha Ra(ja) // Highly stylized King standing facing, sacrificing at altar at left, legend at right in Sharada script.
Late issue AE stater of King Harsha (1089-1101), Kashmir Kingdom, India - Harsha, also Harshadeva, (ruled 1089-1101 CE) was a Hindu king of Kashmir, India. Harsha belonged to the Utpala dynasty, of which he was the last ruler. Ha-rsha // Highly stylized King standing facing, sacrificing at altar at left, legend at right in Sharada script.
Silver rupee of Shivaji Rao (1886-1903), Indore, Princely States, India - Sun face, devanagari legend around, date below (1949 VS = 1892) // Shah Alam Sikka Mubarak in wreath. 22mm, 11.31 grams. Indore mint. KM 44.Popular and interesting type, naming the long dead Mughal Emperor Shah Alam II.
Late issue AE stater of King Harsha (1089-1101), Kashmir Kingdom, India - Harsha, also Harshadeva, (ruled 1089-1101 CE) was a Hindu king of Kashmir, India. Harsha belonged to the Utpala dynasty, of which he was the last ruler. Ha-rsha // Highly stylized King standing facing, sacrificing at altar at left, legend at right in Sharada script.
Gold Kali fanam, 1600-1700's, India - native issue copying British Madras fanams - Degenerate Kali with the Tanjore rosette on the breast / Blank. 6mm, 0.35 grams. Probably a native minor mint around Madras area in Eastern India. Herrli #3.06.15 var.; Krause KM #-. SKU T1648-36854 The English settled in Armagon in 1629. In 1639 the English EIC company received the right to strike coins from the Vijayanagar King Venkata III. They struck small gold fanams which were imitated by the Indians at many other nearby towns in Eastern India - these coins are poorly studied and understood, and the location where these were minted is unknown.
Earliest punchmarked AR shatamana, Gandhara (c.600-500 BC), India - FIRST Indian - These fascinating large coins, equal to about 3 karshapanas, are the most likely candidates to be the very first Indian coins ever struck. From Gandhara, the idea of struck, or punchmarked, coinage spread south and soon the punchmarked coins were produced in many other regions of northern and central India.
Rare silver drachm of Krishna Raja (ca.550-575 AD), Kalachuris in Deccan, India - The history of Western India from this period is almost unknown, but the coins of this type were based on the coins of the Traikutaka ruler Vyaghrasena, who ruled in the late 400's., as it is impossible to reconcile these coins otherwise.
Billon 2-ghani of Balban (1266-1287 AD), Sultanate of Delhi, India - Bilingual inscriptions (reflecting the intersection of Islamic and Hindu cultures): Balban in Arbic in a double circle, Sri Sultan Ghayasadin in nagari around / al-sultan al-azam ghiyath al-dunya wal din in arabic. Two-ghani piece (=2 jitals = jital dugani = 1/24th of a silver tanka). Excellent debased silver coin, decent quality metal. 16mm, 3.39 grams. "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" D-165; Rajgor 927, 930; Mitchiner WOI 2526. SKU T2286-33165 The Delhi Sultanate, or Sulthanath-e-Hind/Sulthanath-e-Dilli refers to the various dynasties that ruled in India from 1210 to 1526. Several Turko-Afghan dynasties ruled from Delhi: the Slave dynasty (1206-90), the Khilji dynasty (1290-1320), the Tughlaq dynasty (1320-1413), the Sayyid dynasty (1414-51), and the Lodi (1451-1526)
Silver Indo-Sassanian drachm, Gurjura-Pratihara Empire, c.900-1000, N. India - Indian imitations of the Sassanian coins of Emperor Peroz (Firuz), Saindhava/Chalukya/Abhira/Chapa series. These coins were minted in Northern India by the Rajput dynasties of Saurashtra and Gujarat and imitated the earlier Sassanian drachms.
Silver drachm of Somesvara Deva (ca. 1169-1172), Rajas of Delhi, India - 15mm, 3.51 grams. Mint of Delhi, Tye #49. SKU T2272-52631. The silver drachms (or jitals) were issued by 9 different Tomaras and Chauhan Rajas of Delhi. These coins are made of fairly decent silver and of large flans.
Silver Indo-Sassanian drachm, Gurjura-Pratihara Empire, c.900-1000, N. India - Indian imitations of the Sassanian coins of Emperor Peroz (Firuz), Saindhava/Chalukya/Abhira/Chapa series. These coins were minted in Northern India by the Rajput dynasties of Saurashtra and Gujarat and imitated the earlier Sassanian drachms.
Rare gold Kali fanam, British EIC company in Madras, c.1639-1700's, India (Herrl - Degenerate Kali with the Tanjore rosette on the breast / Stylized and angular Ranga Rau, transormed into a decorated geometric design. 6mm, 0.35 grams. Madras or another mint. Herrli #3.06.01ff; Krause KM #-. SKU T1735-50146 The English settled in Armagon in 1629. In 1639 the English EIC company received the right to strike coins from the Vijayanagar King Venkata III. This particular coin might not come from Madras, but from a smaller EIC mint which has not been identified yet. These coins are slightly debased, the purity of these coins seems to range from about 14 karats to 18 karats. Rare little coin!
Earliest punchmarked AR shatamana, Gandhara (c.600-500 BC), India - FIRST Indian - Earliest punchmarked AR shatamana, Gandhara (c.600-500 BC), India - FIRST Indian coin issue every struck! These fascinating large coins, equal to about 3 karshapanas, are the most likely candidates to be the very first Indian coins ever struck.
Rare unlisted AE punchmark w/1 punch, 185-73 BC, Malwa, Sunga Kingdom, India - The small copper punchmarks were initially inspired by the Mauryan punchmarked silver drachms. They are They are found mostly in the Malwa region, the seat of the Sunga Kingdom, thus they are usually attributed to the Sungas.
Rare unlisted AE punchmark w/1 punch, 185-73 BC, Malwa, Sunga Kingdom, India - The small copper punchmarks were initially inspired by the Mauryan punchmarked silver drachms. They are They are found mostly in the Malwa region, the seat of the Sunga Kingdom, thus they are usually attributed to the Sungas.
Rare unlisted copper punchmark, 185-73 BC, Malwa, Sunga Kingdom, India - The small copper punchmarks were initially inspired by the Mauryan punchmarked silver drachms. They are They are found mostly in the Malwa region, the seat of the Sunga Kingdom, thus they are usually attributed to the Sungas.
Bronze Stater of King Ananta Deva (1028-1063 AD), Kashmir, N.India - These remarkable and attractive coins are the descendants of the gold and silver Kushan staters, and have a distinction of being the longest-minted issue in history - the Goddess/King design remained virtually unchanged in the 1300+ years history of this issue.King Ananta Deva renounced the throne in favour of his son Kalasa at the behest of his queen, Suryamati.
Rare unlisted copper punchmark, 185-73 BC, Malwa, Sunga Kingdom, India - The small copper punchmarks were initially inspired by the Mauryan punchmarked silver drachms. They are They are found mostly in the Malwa region, the seat of the Sunga Kingdom, thus they are usually attributed to the Sungas.
Rare unlisted copper punchmark, 185-73 BC, Malwa, Sunga Kingdom, India - The small copper punchmarks were initially inspired by the Mauryan punchmarked silver drachms. They are They are found mostly in the Malwa region, the seat of the Sunga Kingdom, thus they are usually attributed to the Sungas.
Silver Indo-Sassanian drachm, Gurjura-Pratihara Empire, c.900-1000, N. India - Indian imitations of the Sassanian coins of Emperor Peroz (Firuz), Saindhava/Chalukya/Abhira/Chapa series. These coins were minted in Northern India by the Rajput dynasties of Saurashtra and Gujarat and imitated the earlier Sassanian drachms.
Rare unlisted copper punchmark, 185-73 BC, Malwa, Sunga Kingdom, India - The small copper punchmarks were initially inspired by the Mauryan punchmarked silver drachms. They are They are found mostly in the Malwa region, the seat of the Sunga Kingdom, thus they are usually attributed to the Sungas.
Scarce AE punchmark w/4 marks, 185-73 BC, Malwa, Sunga Kingdom, India - The small copper punchmarks were initially inspired by the Mauryan punchmarked silver drachms. They are They are found mostly in the Malwa region, the seat of the Sunga Kingdom, thus they are usually attributed to the Sungas.
Rare unlisted copper punchmark, 185-73 BC, Malwa, Sunga Kingdom, India - The small copper punchmarks were initially inspired by the Mauryan punchmarked silver drachms. They are They are found mostly in the Malwa region, the seat of the Sunga Kingdom, thus they are usually attributed to the Sungas.
Gold Kali fanam, 1600-1700's, India - native issue copying British Madras fanams - Degenerate Kali with the Tanjore rosette on the breast / Blank. 6mm, 0.35 grams. Probably a native minor mint around Madras area in Eastern India. Herrli #3.06.15 var.; Krause KM #-. SKU T1716-36833 The English settled in Armagon in 1629. In 1639 the English EIC company received the right to strike coins from the Vijayanagar King Venkata III. They struck small gold fanams which were imitated by the Indians at many other nearby towns in Eastern India - these coins are poorly studied and understood, and the location where these were minted is unknown.
Gold Kali fanam, 1600-1700's, India - native issue copying British Madras fanams - Degenerate Kali with the Tanjore rosette on the breast / Blank. 6mm, 0.35 grams. Probably a native minor mint around Madras area in Eastern India. Herrli #3.06.15 var.; Krause KM #-. SKU T1711-36836 The English settled in Armagon in 1629. In 1639 the English EIC company received the right to strike coins from the Vijayanagar King Venkata III. They struck small gold fanams which were imitated by the Indians at many other nearby towns in Eastern India - these coins are poorly studied and understood, and the location where these were minted is unknown.
Rare gold fanam, Dutch VOC company in Tuticorin, 1658-1779, India - Degenerate Kali with the Tanjore rosette on the breast / Stylized and angular Ranga Rau, transormed into a decorated geometric design. 6mm, 0.35 grams. Tuticorin mint. Herrli #3.07.01; Krause KM #48 (150$ in XF). SKU T1734-34815. The Dutch VOC company received the right to strike fanams in Tuticorin from Tanjore. Krause dates these coins to ca.1785-1792. It seems that these coins were struck over a longer period of time, though. The coins are slightly debased, the purity of these coins seems to range from about 14 karats to 18 karats. Rare little coins!
Gold Kali fanam, 1600-1700's, India - native issue copying British Madras fanams - Degenerate Kali with the Tanjore rosette on the breast / Blank. 6mm, 0.35 grams. Probably a native minor mint around Madras area in Eastern India. Herrli #3.06.15 var.; Krause KM #-. SKU T1718-36816 The English settled in Armagon in 1629. In 1639 the English EIC company received the right to strike coins from the Vijayanagar King Venkata III. They struck small gold fanams which were imitated by the Indians at many other nearby towns in Eastern India - these coins are poorly studied and understood, and the location where these were minted is unknown.
Silver drachm of Viradaman (234-238 AD), 234 AD, Western Satraps, India - Bust of Viradaman, with corrupted Greek legend (Indo-Greek style), date in Brahmi numerals behind (156 SE = 234 AD) / Three-arched hill or Chaitya, with river, crescent and sun, within legend in Brahmi Rajno Mahaksatrapasa Damasenasaputrasa Rajnah ksatrapasa Viradamnah. 14mm, 2.27 grams. Fishman "Silver Coinage of the Western Satraps" #21.1.156. SKU T1709-52010 The Western Kshatrapas, or Western Satraps, (35-405 CE) were Saka rulers of the western and central part of India (Saurashtra and Malwa: modern Gujarat, Maharashtra, Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh states). They were contemporaneous with the Kushans who ruled the northern part of the Indian subcontinent, and the Satavahana (Andhra) who ruled in Central India.
Gold Kali fanam, 1600-1700's, India - native issue copying British Madras fanams - Degenerate Kali with the Tanjore rosette on the breast / Blank. 6mm, 0.35 grams. Probably a native minor mint around Madras area in Eastern India. Herrli #3.06.15 var.; Krause KM #-. SKU T1733-36853 The English settled in Armagon in 1629. In 1639 the English EIC company received the right to strike coins from the Vijayanagar King Venkata III. They struck small gold fanams which were imitated by the Indians at many other nearby towns in Eastern India - these coins are poorly studied and understood, and the location where these were minted is unknown.
Gold Kali fanam, 1600-1700's, India - native issue copying British Madras fanams - Degenerate Kali with the Tanjore rosette on the breast / Blank. 6mm, 0.35 grams. Probably a native minor mint around Madras area in Eastern India. Herrli #3.06.15 var.; Krause KM #-. SKU T1737-36813 The English settled in Armagon in 1629. In 1639 the English EIC company received the right to strike coins from the Vijayanagar King Venkata III. They struck small gold fanams which were imitated by the Indians at many other nearby towns in Eastern India - these coins are poorly studied and understood, and the location where these were minted is unknown.
Extremely rare 1/4 shatamana, Kamboja Janapada, India, ca.500-400 BC - The coins of Kamboja Janapada were derived from the coins of Gandhara Jnapada, as they used a similar punchmarked symbol (with a different number of arms, though). They might be the earliest of all punchmarked Indian coins.
Gold Kali fanam, 1600-1700's, India - native issue copying British Madras fanams - Degenerate Kali with the Tanjore rosette on the breast / Blank. 6mm, 0.35 grams. Probably a native minor mint around Madras area in Eastern India. Herrli #3.06.15 var.; Krause KM #-. SKU T1705-36826 The English settled in Armagon in 1629. In 1639 the English EIC company received the right to strike coins from the Vijayanagar King Venkata III. They struck small gold fanams which were imitated by the Indians at many other nearby towns in Eastern India - these coins are poorly studied and understood, and the location where these were minted is unknown.
Tin dinheiro, Sebastian (1554-1578), Melaka, Portuguese India - Sim.S.15 type (" - Three arrows tied with a bow in the middle, two large dots between the arrowheads, B-A in fields / Armillary sphere with an ecliptic band falling from right upper corner to the lower left corner ("Z" pattern), four large dots (at 3, 6, 9 and 12 o'clock).
Rare tin dinheiro, Sebastian (1554-1578), Melaka, Portuguese India - Sim.S.15 ty - Three arrows tied with a bow in the middle, two large dots between the arrowheads, B-A in fields / Armillary sphere with an ecliptic band falling from right upper corner to the lower left corner ("Z" pattern), four large dots (at 3, 6, 9 and 12 o'clock).
Lot of 4 various bronze staters, c.1000-1100, Kashmir Kingdom, India - Lot of 4 unsorted post-Hepthalite staters: Obv: Ardoksho (Lakshmi) seated facing in lalitasana, holding diadem in right hand and long-stemmed lotus in left hand, legend in Sharada script naming the King Rev: Highly stylized King standing facing, sacrificing at altar at left, legend at right in Sharada script. The coins are 20-21mm, 6-7+ grams. The price is for the group of 4 coins shown above. The coins are unsorted, most seem to be King Harsha (1089-1101), but probably includes other rulers. Interesting thick coins, most are bronze, some seem to be yellowish brass.
Scarcer post-Shahi billon jital, northern India, late 1000s AD (Tye 34) - Bull facing left, crude Nagari SRI SAMANTA DEVA / Horseman right. 15mm, 3.23 grams. Mintless type, uncertain anonymous issue. Tye 34. High-silver billon issue. It is not known who issued these coins, but stylistically they can be dated to the very last years of the Kabul Shahi in northern India immediate post-Shahi Islamic period. These billon or silver-plated coins are debased versions of the very late Kabulshahi silver coins (Tye 32). They likely come from the last Kabulshahi strongholds in Gandhara or northern Punjab, though it is not known at this point who this person was and the exact location where these were minted is not known as well.
Gold Kali fanam, 1600-1700's, India - native issue copying British Madras fanams - Degenerate Kali with the Tanjore rosette on the breast / Blank. 6mm, 0.35 grams. Probably a native minor mint around Madras area in Eastern India. Herrli #3.06.15 var.; Krause KM #-. SKU T1700-36807 The English settled in Armagon in 1629. In 1639 the English EIC company received the right to strike coins from the Vijayanagar King Venkata III. They struck small gold fanams which were imitated by the Indians at many other nearby towns in Eastern India - these coins are poorly studied and understood, and the location where these were minted is unknown.
Gold fanam, Rajas of Coorg (Kodagu), 1700s, South India (Herrli #1.09) - The common Vira Raya stylized motif / Stylized boar. 9mm, 0.41 grams. Herrli 1.09. These high quality and popular coins were probably minted not by the Rajas of Coorg themselves, but by trabal chiefs in the east of Coorg, perhaps by the Changalvas. They were of a fairly unique design and were popular in nearby states as well.
Unknown gold Vira Raya fanam w/crescent, Calicut?, 1500-1700s, India (H#1.23.60) - The normal abstract Boar / Lion type. 9mm, 0.38 grams. Calicut?. Herrli #1.23.60-1.23.62. Rare type with a crescent in the left field on obverse. This unknown type cannot be attributed to any known mint or issue, though (based on the general style), it probably originates in Calicut and probably dates to 17th-18th century. The type is published in Herrli, who also could not attribute it with any precision.
Unknown gold Vira Raya fanam w/crescent, Calicut?, 1500-1700s, India (H#1.23.60) - The normal abstract Boar / Lion type. 9mm, 0.42 grams. Calicut?. Herrli #1.23.60-1.23.62. Rare type with a crescent in the left field on obverse. This unknown type cannot be attributed to any known mint or issue, though (based on the general style), it probably originates in Calicut and probably dates to 17th-18th century. The type is published in Herrli, who also could not attribute it with any precision.
Unknown gold Vira Raya fanam w/crescent, Calicut?, 1500-1700s, India (H-) - The normal abstract Boar / Lion type. 9mm, 0.40 grams. Calicut?. Unlisted in Herrli. This type is not listed in Herrli, though it is obviously related to type 1.23.60-1.23.66. This unknown type cannot be attributed to any known mint or issue, though (based on the general style), but these coins probably originates in Calicut and probably date to 17th-18th century. The type is unpublished in Herrli, who also could not attribute related types with any precision.
Rare gold fanam, Nayakas of Chitradurga, ca.16th-17th century, S.India (H#1.07) - The common Vira Raya stylized motiff // Stylized boar with a dot above. 8mm, 0.41 grams. Scarce. Herrli 1.07.01. These coins are closely related to the "Sri Pratapa Krishnaraya" Nayaka fanams, but they are usually heavier and probably represent the early Nayaka of Chitradurga types.
Unknown gold Vira Raya fanam w/crescent, Calicut?, 1500-1700s, India (H#1.23.60) - The normal abstract Boar / Lion type. 9mm, 0.39 grams. Calicut?. Herrli #1.23.60-1.23.62. Rare type with a crescent in the left field on obverse. This unknown type cannot be attributed to any known mint or issue, though (based on the general style), it probably originates in Calicut and probably dates to 17th-18th century. The type is published in Herrli, who also could not attribute it with any precision.
Quality qanhari dirham of Abdallah II (c.900 CE), Habbarid Amirs in Sindh, India - La ilah illa / Allah wahdahu / la sharik lahu (œThere is no God but Allah alone, no partner to him�) // Muhammad / rasul / Allah al-Amir / ˜Abd Allah ("Muhammad is the messenger of God, Amir ˜Abd Allah�). 11mm, 0.59 grams. Shahada issue, mint 3. G/G #AS2; Fishman/Todd (2018) #HS24. SKU T1645-H23Abdallah II was probably the son of Amir Muhammad. He minted coins in "Mint 2" and "Mint 3" and his reign can be tentatively dated to the first half of the 10th century AD. This coin is an early issue (their style quickly became cruder and cruder) and in full size.
Scarce gold "cannon" fanam, Rajas of Cochin, 1700's, India (Herrli 1.14) - Standard Vira Raya design. 8mm, 0.38 grams. Minted in Cochin by the native Rajas. Hans Harrli "Gold Fanams" #1.14. These fanams of the Rajas of Cochin were commonly known as the "topa fanams" ("cannon fanams") - the design on the reverse was interpreted as a cannon over a heap of cannon balls. Herrli suggests that this was not just a common name, but an actual intended design.
Scarce gold "cannon" fanam, Rajas of Cochin, 1700's, India (Herrli 1.14) - Standard Vira Raya design. 8mm, 0.40 grams. Minted in Cochin by the native Rajas. Hans Harrli "Gold Fanams" #1.14. These fanams of the Rajas of Cochin were commonly known as the "topa fanams" ("cannon fanams") - the design on the reverse was interpreted as a cannon over a heap of cannon balls. Herrli suggests that this was not just a common name, but an actual intended design.
Scarce gold "cannon" fanam, Rajas of Cochin, 1700's, India (Herrli 1.14) - Standard Vira Raya design. 8mm, 0.36 grams. Minted in Cochin by the native Rajas. Hans Harrli "Gold Fanams" #1.14.These fanams of the Rajas of Cochin were commonly known as the "topa fanams" ("cannon fanams") - the design on the reverse was interpreted as a cannon over a heap of cannon balls. Herrli suggests that this was not just a common name, but an actual intended design.
Gold Kali fanam, British Madras local type, c.1600-1700's, India (H#3.06.13) - Degenerate Kali with the Tanjore rosette on the breast / Blank. 7mm, 0.34 grams. Probably a native minor mint around Madras area in Eastern India. Herrli #3.06.13.; Krause KM #-. Superb high quality example. The English settled in Armagon in 1629. In 1639 the English EIC company received the right to strike coins from the Vijayanagar King Venkata III. They struck small gold fanams which were in Armagon and later in Madras. The British might have set up other mints, where these Madras-style coins were minted, or it is possible that they were imitated by the Indians at many other nearby towns in Eastern India. These coins are poorly studied and understood, and the location where these were minted is unknown.
Scarce gold "cannon" fanam, Rajas of Cochin, 1700's, India (Herrli 1.14) - Standard Vira Raya design. 8mm, 0.36 grams. Minted in Cochin by the native Rajas. Hans Harrli "Gold Fanams" #1.14. These fanams of the Rajas of Cochin were commonly known as the "topa fanams" ("cannon fanams") - the design on the reverse was interpreted as a cannon over a heap of cannon balls. Herrli suggests that this was not just a common name, but an actual intended design.
Rare gold fanam, Dutch VOC in Cochin, ca.1663-1776, SW India (Herrli 1.15) - Very stylized images of Lion / Boar. 8mm, 0.39 grams. Minted in Cochin by the Dutch VOC company. Hans Harrli "Gold Fanams" #1.15. Portuguese rule was followed by that of the Dutch, who had by then conquered Quilon after various encounters with the Portuguese and their allies. Discontented members of the Cochin Royal family called on the assistance of the Dutch for help in overthrowing the Cochin Raja. The Dutch successfully landed at Njarakal and went on to capture the fort at Pallippuram, which they handed over to the Zamorin.
Rare tin dinheiro, Sebastian (1554-1578), Melaka, Portuguese India - Sim.S.15 ty - Three arrows tied with a bow in the middle, two large dots between the arrowheads, B-A in fields / Armillary sphere wiith an ecliptic band falling from right upper corner to the lower left corner ("Z" pattern), four large dots (at 3, 6, 9 and 12 o'clock).
Gold Kali fanam, British Madras local type, c.1600-1700's, India (H#3.06.13) - Degenerate Kali with the Tanjore rosette on the breast / Blank. 6mm, 0.34 grams. Probably a native minor mint around Madras area in Eastern India. Herrli #3.06.13.; Krause KM #-. Superb example. The English settled in Armagon in 1629. In 1639 the English EIC company received the right to strike coins from the Vijayanagar King Venkata III. They struck small gold fanams which were in Armagon and later in Madras. The British might have set up other mints, where these Madras-style coins were minted, or it is possible that they were imitated by the Indians at many other nearby towns in Eastern India. These coins are poorly studied and understood, and the location where these were minted is unknown.
Gold Kali fanam, British Madras local type, c.1600-1700's, India (H#3.06.13) - Degenerate Kali with the Tanjore rosette on the breast / Blank. 7mm, 0.36 grams. Probably a native minor mint around Madras area in Eastern India. Herrli #3.06.13.; Krause KM #-. Superb high quality example. The English settled in Armagon in 1629. In 1639 the English EIC company received the right to strike coins from the Vijayanagar King Venkata III. They struck small gold fanams which were in Armagon and later in Madras. The British might have set up other mints, where these Madras-style coins were minted, or it is possible that they were imitated by the Indians at many other nearby towns in Eastern India. These coins are poorly studied and understood, and the location where these were minted is unknown.
Gold Vira Raya fanam, Zamorins of Calicut, 1600-1700's, India (H#1.12) - The Zamorins (Samoothiri) were the hereditary monarchs of the Kingdom of Kozhikode (Calicut) in the South Malabar region of India. Calicut was one of the most important trading ports on the southwest coast of India.
Gold Kali fanam, 1600-1700's, India - native issue copying British Madras fanams - Degenerate Kali with the Tanjore rosette on the breast / Blank. 6mm, 0.34 grams. Probably a native minor mint around Madras area in Eastern India. Herrli #3.06.15 var.; Krause KM #-. The English settled in Armagon in 1629. In 1639 the English EIC company received the right to strike coins from the Vijayanagar King Venkata III. They struck small gold fanams which were imitated by the Indians at many other nearby towns in Eastern India - these coins are poorly studied and understood, and the location where these were minted is unknown.
Gold Kali fanam, British Madras local type, c.1600-1700's, India (H#3.06.13) - Degenerate Kali with the Tanjore rosette on the breast / Blank. 7mm, 0.36 grams. Probably a native minor mint around Madras area in Eastern India. Herrli #3.06.13.; Krause KM #-. The English settled in Armagon in 1629. In 1639 the English EIC company received the right to strike coins from the Vijayanagar King Venkata III. They struck small gold fanams which were in Armagon and later in Madras. The British might have set up other mints, where these Madras-style coins were minted, or it is possible that they were imitated by the Indians at many other nearby towns in Eastern India. These coins are poorly studied and understood, and the location where these were minted is unknown.
Gold Vira Raya fanam, Zamorins of Calicut, 1600-1700's, India (H#1.12) - The Zamorins (Samoothiri) were the hereditary monarchs of the Kingdom of Kozhikode (Calicut) in the South Malabar region of India. Calicut was one of the most important trading ports on the southwest coast of India.
Gold Kali fanam, unknown mint in Karnataka, 1500-1750, S. India (H#3.03.01) - Rare gold Kali fanam, unknown mint in Karnataka, 1500-1750, S. India (Kali fanam with Vira Raya reverse type II) Standing Kali / Very stylized boar. 8mm, 0.36 grams. Unknown mint in Karnataka. Herrli #3.03.01. This is a very interesting Kali type, combining the two types of fanams - obverse of the "Kali fanam" and the reverse of the "Vira Raya" fanam. It is listed as "type II" in Herrli, who thought it was minted in Karnataka, where the Kali and Vira Raya fanams' territories met, so the people were familiar with both types.
Gold fanam, Travancore in India or Kandy Kings in Sri Lanka, c.1400-1600 (H#1.31 - Very stylized images of Lion / Boar. 9mm, 0.41 grams. Unknown mint in the extreme South India or in Sri Lanka. Hans Harrli "Gold Fanams" #1.31. These Vira Raya type fanams are found generally in the extreme South India and in Sri Lanka, and they were used in the Travancore Kingdom in south India and by the Kandy Kings in Sri Lanka. However, the exact location of the mint where these were struck is unknown. It is likely that they were struck on the mainland and imported to Sri Lanka through trade. These are relatively heavy issues (weighing on average 0.40 grams, some 10% heavier than normal fanams), perhaps indicating that it is an early issue.
Gold fanam, Travancore in India or Kandy Kings in Sri Lanka, c.1400-1600 (H#1.31 - Very stylized images of Lion / Boar. 8mm, 0.34 grams. Unknown mint in the extreme South India or in Sri Lanka. Hans Harrli "Gold Fanams" #1.31. Superb quality, well-cerntered. These Vira Raya type fanams are found generally in the extreme South India and in Sri Lanka, and they were used in the Travancore Kingdom in south India and by the Kandy Kings in Sri Lanka. However, the exact location of the mint where these were struck is unknown. It is likely that they were struck on the mainland and imported to Sri Lanka through trade. These are relatively heavy issues (weighing on average 0.40 grams, some 10% heavier than normal fanams), perhaps indicating that it is an early issue.
Gold Kali fanam, unknown mint in Karnataka, 1500-1750, S. India (H#3.03.01) - Rare gold Kali fanam, unknown mint in Karnataka, 1500-1750, S. India (Kali fanam with Vira Raya reverse type II) Standing Kali / Very stylized boar. 8mm, 0.36 grams. Unknown mint in Karnataka. Herrli #3.03.01. This is a very interesting Kali type, combining the two types of fanams - obverse of the "Kali fanam" and the reverse of the "Vira Raya" fanam. It is listed as "type II" in Herrli, who thought it was minted in Karnataka, where the Kali and Vira Raya fanams' territories met, so the people were familiar with both types.
Rare gold fanam, Dutch VOC company in Tanjore?, c.1657-1784, SE India - It is not known where this variety was produced. Krause dates these coins to ca.1675 and states they were struck for circulation in Ceylon. The coins are slightly debased, the purity of these coins seems to range from about 14 karats to 18 karats.
Rare gold fanam, Dutch VOC company in Tanjore?, c.1657-1784, SE India - It is not known where this variety was produced. Krause dates these coins to ca.1675 and states they were struck for circulation in Ceylon. The coins are slightly debased, the purity of these coins seems to range from about 14 karats to 18 karats.
Gold fanam, Travancore in India or Kandy Kings in Sri Lanka, c.1400-1600 (H#1.31 - Very stylized images of Lion / Boar. 8mm, 0.34 grams. Unknown mint in the extreme South India or in Sri Lanka. Hans Harrli "Gold Fanams" #1.31. These Vira Raya type fanams are found generally in the extreme South India and in Sri Lanka, and they were used in the Travancore Kingdom in south India and by the Kandy Kings in Sri Lanka. However, the exact location of the mint where these were struck is unknown. It is likely that they were struck on the mainland and imported to Sri Lanka through trade. These are relatively heavy issues (weighing on average 0.40 grams, some 10% heavier than normal fanams), perhaps indicating that it is an early issue.
Gold Kali fanam, unknown mint in Karnataka, 1500-1750, S. India (H#3.03.01) - Rare gold Kali fanam, unknown mint in Karnataka, 1500-1750, S. India (Kali fanam with Vira Raya reverse type II) Standing Kali / Very stylized boar. 8mm, 0.36 grams. Unknown mint in Karnataka. Herrli #3.03.01. This is a very interesting Kali type, combining the two types of fanams - obverse of the "Kali fanam" and the reverse of the "Vira Raya" fanam. It is listed as "type II" in Herrli, who thought it was minted in Karnataka, where the Kali and Vira Raya fanams' territories met, so the people were familiar with both types.
Rare gold fanam, Dutch VOC company in Tanjore?, c.1657-1784, SE India - It is not known where this variety was produced. Krause dates these coins to ca.1675 and states they were struck for circulation in Ceylon. The coins are slightly debased, the purity of these coins seems to range from about 14 karats to 18 karats.
Gold fanam, Travancore in India or Kandy Kings in Sri Lanka, c.1400-1600 (H#1.31 - Very stylized images of Lion / Boar. 8mm, 0.39 grams. Unknown mint in the extreme South India or in Sri Lanka. Hans Harrli "Gold Fanams" #1.31. These Vira Raya type fanams are found generally in the extreme South India and in Sri Lanka, and they were used in the Travancore Kingdom in south India and by the Kandy Kings in Sri Lanka. However, the exact location of the mint where these were struck is unknown. It is likely that they were struck on the mainland and imported to Sri Lanka through trade. These are relatively heavy issues (weighing on average 0.40 grams, some 10% heavier than normal fanams), perhaps indicating that it is an early issue.
Silver fanam (chuckram), c.1800-1847, Travancore Kingdom, Southern India - Degenerated Kali / Stylized boar. No inscriptions. 7mm, 0.38 grams. Travancore Kingdom mint or another mint on the Malabar coast. Krause C#1; Herrli #1.20.30. This type was issued in the Kingdom of Travancore in South India. Herrli states that tese fanams were minted during the reign of Raja Bala Rama Varma III (1813-1846) and probably for some time after, until c.1860. These coins probably represent a very debased form of a normal gold fanam, since many of these coins show a 4 to 6 karat gold content.
Silver fanam (chuckram), c.1800-1847, Travancore Kingdom, Southern India - Degenerated Kali / Stylized boar. No inscriptions. 7mm, 0.40 grams. Travancore Kingdom mint or another mint on the Malabar coast. Krause C#1; Herrli #1.20.30. This type was issued in the Kingdom of Travancore in South India. Herrli states that tese fanams were minted during the reign of Raja Bala Rama Varma III (1813-1846) and probably for some time after, until c.1860. These coins probably represent a very debased form of a normal gold fanam, since many of these coins show a 4 to 6 karat gold content.
Silver fanam (chuckram), late 1700s, Travancore Kingdom, S. India H#1.18.10 - Degenerated Kali / Stylized boar. No inscriptions. 7mm, 0.37 grams. Travancore mint. Krause C-; Herrli #1.18.10. This type was issued in the Kingdom of Travancore in South India. Herrli states that these fanams were minted before the reign of Raja Bala Rama Varma III (1813-1846). These coins probably represent a very debased form of a normal gold fanam, since many of these coins show a 4 to 6 karat gold content.
Silver fanam (chuckram), c.1800-1847, Travancore Kingdom, Southern India - Degenerated Kali / Stylized boar. No inscriptions. 7mm, 0.40 grams. Travancore Kingdom mint or another mint on the Malabar coast. Krause C#1; Herrli #1.20.30. This type was issued in the Kingdom of Travancore in South India. Herrli states that tese fanams were minted during the reign of Raja Bala Rama Varma III (1813-1846) and probably for some time after, until c.1860. These coins probably represent a very debased form of a normal gold fanam, since many of these coins show a 4 to 6 karat gold content.
Silver fanam (chuckram), late 1700s, Travancore Kingdom, S. India H#1.18.10 - Degenerated Kali / Stylized boar. No inscriptions. 7mm, 0.32 grams. Travancore mint. Krause C-; Herrli #1.18.10. This type was issued in the Kingdom of Travancore in South India. Herrli states that these fanams were minted before the reign of Raja Bala Rama Varma III (1813-1846). These coins probably represent a very debased form of a normal gold fanam, since many of these coins show a 4 to 6 karat gold content.
Lot of 10-different bronze staters of various Kashmir rulers, 9th-12th century A - ll of the Enthroned Ardoxsho facing; Nagari legend, naming the king or the queen / King standing. 15mm-16mm, around 4 grams each. Various grades, from Good to F, different rulers, all coins are unsorted and unattributed. Very attractive and thick. The price is for the entire lot of 10 coins shown above. These remarkable and attractive staters are the descendants of the gold and silver Kushan staters, and have a distinction of being the longest-minted issue in history - the Goddess/King design remained virtually unchanged in the 1100+ years history of this issue.
Silver fanam (chuckram), c.1800-1847, Travancore Kingdom, Southern India - Degenerated Kali / Stylized boar. No inscriptions. 7mm, 0.37 grams. Travancore Kingdom mint or another mint on the Malabar coast. Krause C#1; Herrli #1.20.30. This type was issued in the Kingdom of Travancore in South India. Herrli states that tese fanams were minted during the reign of Raja Bala Rama Varma III (1813-1846) and probably for some time after, until c.1860. These coins probably represent a very debased form of a normal gold fanam, since many of these coins show a 4 to 6 karat gold content.
Lot of 9 various bronze kasu and 1/2 kasu, anonymous 18th century issues from My - Lot of 9 various 1 kasu and 1/2 kasu bronze coins. 11-14mm, 1.5-3 grams. Uncertain mints, various types. These coins are a part of a large issue of various anonymous bronze kasus produced in the 18th century (and probably earlier) at various mints around Mysore. These coins are poorly studied and understood.
Lot of 10-different bronze staters of various Kashmir rulers, 9th-12th century A - ll of the Enthroned Ardoxsho facing; Nagari legend, naming the king or the queen / King standing. 15mm-16mm, around 4 grams each. Various grades, from Good to F, different rulers, all coins are unsorted and unattributed. Very attractive and thick. The price is for the entire lot of 10 coins shown above. These remarkable and attractive staters are the descendants of the gold and silver Kushan staters, and have a distinction of being the longest-minted issue in history - the Goddess/King design remained virtually unchanged in the 1100+ years history of this issue.
Lot of 10-different bronze staters of various Kashmir rulers, 9th-12th century A - ll of the Enthroned Ardoxsho facing; Nagari legend, naming the king or the queen / King standing. 15mm-16mm, around 4 grams each. Various grades, from Good to F, different rulers, all coins are unsorted and unattributed. Very attractive and thick. The price is for the entire lot of 10 coins shown above. These remarkable and attractive staters are the descendants of the gold and silver Kushan staters, and have a distinction of being the longest-minted issue in history - the Goddess/King design remained virtually unchanged in the 1100+ years history of this issue.
Lot of 9 various bronze kasu and 1/2 kasu, anonymous 18th century issues from My - Lot of 9 various 1 kasu and 1/2 kasu bronze coins. 11-14mm, 1.5-3 grams. Uncertain mints, various types. These coins are a part of a large issue of various anonymous bronze kasus produced in the 18th century (and probably earlier) at various mints around Mysore. These coins are poorly studied and understood.
Rare silver karshapana, Nanda period (ca.345-323 BC), Magadha, India (G/H #446) - Five punch-mark symbols / Small bankers' marks. Irregular flat silver planchet, 20mmx17mm, 3.41 grams. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC series IV XXXII A7 (#446). Rated R (rare) in Gupta/Hardaker, nice quality for this rare type. The Nanda Empire originated from the kingdom of Magadha in Ancient India during the 5th and 4th centuries BC. At its greatest extent, the Nanda Empire extended from Bengal in the east, Punjab in the west and as far south as the Vindhya Range.
Rare unlisted AE punchmark w/1 punch, 185-73 BC, Malwa, Sunga Kingdom, India - The small copper punchmarks were initially inspired by the Mauryan punchmarked silver drachms. They are They are found mostly in the Malwa region, the seat of the Sunga Kingdom, thus they are usually attributed to the Sungas.
Lot of 9 quality bronze drachms, various rulers, 12th-16th centuries, Kangra Kin - Lot of 9 coins of various rulers. All of horseman/bull or horseman/inscriptions types. All can be easily attributed and of excellent quality. 13-16mm in diameter, 2 to 3 grams each. Nice lot.Kangra is a district is in the western part of Himachal Pradesh, in the low foothills of the Himalayas. It was the place of an ancient Hindu Kangra Kingdom. The kings of Kangra are almost unknown in history, their existence was shadowy and the dating of their reigns is tentative.Their coins are fairly scarce, not well-studied and difficult to find.
Lot of 27 billon post-Shahi jitals from NW India, 1100's AD (Tye 33) - It is not known at this point who this person was and the exact location where these were minted is not known as well. Bull facing left, crude Nagari SRI SAMANTA DEVA / Horseman right, Bhi (or Sri) in the right upper field.
Rare silver karshapana w/4 punches, Nandas (c,345-323 BC), Magadha, India - Five punch-mark symbols / Small bankers' mark. Irregular flat silver planchet, 17mmx17mm, 3.46 grams. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC series IV XXXI D (#406-408). With only four punchmark - the fifth was omitted, probably in error. Very rare with 4 punches only (instead of the normal five). The Nanda Empire originated from the kingdom of Magadha in Ancient India during the 5th and 4th centuries BC. At its greatest extent, the Nanda Empire extended from Bengal in the east, Punjab in the west and as far south as the Vindhya Range.
Rare silver karshapana, Nanda period (ca.345-323 BC), Magadha, India (G/H #362) - Five punch-mark symbols / Small bankers' marks. 14mmx17mm, 3.51 grams. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC series IV #362. Rated R (rare) in Gupta/Hardaker. The Nanda Empire originated from the kingdom of Magadha in Ancient India during the 5th and 4th centuries BC. At its greatest extent, the Nanda Empire extended from Bengal in the east, Punjab in the west and as far south as the Vindhya Range.
Rare silver karshapana, Nanda period (ca.345-323 BC), Magadha, India (G/H #362) - Five punch-mark symbols / Small bankers' marks. 17mmx20mm, 3.51 grams. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC series IV #362. Rated R (rare) in Gupta/Hardaker. The Nanda Empire originated from the kingdom of Magadha in Ancient India during the 5th and 4th centuries BC. At its greatest extent, the Nanda Empire extended from Bengal in the east, Punjab in the west and as far south as the Vindhya Range.
Rare silver karshapana, Nanda period (ca.345-323 BC), Magadha, India (G/H #362) - Five punch-mark symbols / Small bankers' marks. 14mmx20mm, 3.55 grams. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC series IV #362. Rated R (rare) in Gupta/Hardaker. The Nanda Empire originated from the kingdom of Magadha in Ancient India during the 5th and 4th centuries BC. At its greatest extent, the Nanda Empire extended from Bengal in the east, Punjab in the west and as far south as the Vindhya Range.
Rare unlisted copper punchmark, 185-73 BC, Malwa, Sunga Kingdom, India - The small copper punchmarks were initially inspired by the Mauryan punchmarked silver drachms. They are They are found mostly in the Malwa region, the seat of the Sunga Kingdom, thus they are usually attributed to the Sungas.
Earliest large silver shatamana (double siglos or bent bar) issue, long narrow t - These fascinating large coins, equal to about 3 karshapanas, are the most likely candidates to be the very first Indian coins ever struck. From Gandhara, the idea of struck, or punchmarked, coinage spread south and soon the punchmarked coins were produced in many other regions of northern and central Indai.
Rare bronze coin of Konerirayan (c.1487-1512), Vijayanagar Feudatory, India - Humped bull standing left, facing dagger, sun and moon above // Three-line Tamil legend: Ko / ne ri / ra yan. 16mm, 3.62 grams. MNI 1158, Ganesh Coins of Tamilnadu, 13.1 Konerirayan was a Vijayanagar feudatory who ruled an area from Kanchipuram to Tiruchirappalli.
Authentic drachm of Gondophares (c.20-50 AD), Indo-Parthians, Northern India - Diademed and bearded bust, right. corrupt Greek legend / Pallas standing right with thunderbolt and shield. Karosthi legend and control marks. Brown patina. 12mm, 2.27 g. Pieper 290-295; Senior ISCH 222. Gondophares (Gastaphar in Armenian) is thought by some to be the same as King Gaspar, one of the three Magi at the birth of Jesus. He is also thought to be the King Gudnaphar who met St. Thomas when he journeyed to India. Very nice example of this crude type,
Billon drachm of Kapa Chandra Deva (before c.1340), Kangra Kingdom, India - Stylized horseman right / Stylized bull, inscriptions above ("Sri Kapa Chandra"). Scarce. Much nicer than these usually are. 13mm, 3.39 grams. "The Catalogue of Katoch rulers of Kangra"#126ff; Tye 64.1. Nice quality billon, better than most Kangra coins. Kangra is a district is in the western part of Himachal Pradesh, in the low foothills of the Himalayas. It was the place of an ancient Hindu Kangra Kingdom. The kings of Kangra are almost unknown in history, their existence was shadowy and the dating of their reigns is tentative.Their coins are fairly scarce, not well-studied and difficult to find.
Authentic drachm of Gondophares (c.20-50 AD), Indo-Parthians, Northern India - Diademed and bearded bust, right. corrupt Greek legend / Pallas standing right with thunderbolt and shield. Karosthi legend and control marks. Brown patina. 12mm, 2.18 g. Pieper 290-295; Senior ISCH 222. Gondophares (Gastaphar in Armenian) is thought by some to be the same as King Gaspar, one of the three Magi at the birth of Jesus. He is also thought to be the King Gudnaphar who met St. Thomas when he journeyed to India. Very nice example of this crude type,
Authentic drachm of Gondophares (c.20-50 AD), Indo-Parthians, Northern India - Diademed and bearded bust, right. corrupt Greek legend / Pallas standing right with thunderbolt and shield. Karosthi legend and control marks. Brown patina. 12mm, 2.38 g. Pieper 290-295; Senior ISCH 222. Gondophares (Gastaphar in Armenian) is thought by some to be the same as King Gaspar, one of the three Magi at the birth of Jesus. He is also thought to be the King Gudnaphar who met St. Thomas when he journeyed to India. Very nice example of this crude type,
Lot of 16 bronze staters, Kidarite Principality of the Kota Kula in the Punjab ( - The Kidarite were a dynasty of the "Ki" clan, probably originating from the Uar people. They were part of the complex ian-speaking tribes known collectively as Xionites or "Hunas". They are supposed to have arrived in Bactria with the great migrations of the second half of the 4th century.
Rare AR 1/4 karshapana, Surashtra Janapada (ca.450-300 BC), Ancient India - Single punchmark / Blank. 10mmx8mm, 0.92 grams. Not in Rajgor or Mitchiner. This is a new type, not previously reported. Lovely quality, very nice for the type. Surashtra was a one of the original Janapadas located in the Gujarat region (modern Saurashta). It was one of the last Janapadas to fall - it was annexed to the Mauryan Empire only during the reign of Chandragupta Maurya (ca.300 BC). The scarce coins of Saurashtra were quite different from most other Indian coins of those times - there were struck using a single die, and were usually restruck with a new design on one or more occasions, resulting in quite a mess, like the one seen on this coin.
Earliest punchmarked AR shatamana, Gandhara (c.600-500 BC), India - FIRST Indian - These fascinating large coins, equal to about 3 karshapanas, are the most likely candidates to be the very first Indian coins ever struck. From Gandhara, the idea of struck, or punchmarked, coinage spread south and soon the punchmarked coins were produced in many other regions of northern and central India.
Bronze tetradrachm, Yaudheyas, c.300-340 AD, "dvi" (2), India (MACW 4711) - Yaudheya or Yaudheya Gana (Yaudheya Republic) was an ancient militant confederation. The Yaudheya Republic flourished up to the middle to the 4th century when it was conquered by Samudragupta and incorporated into the Gupta Empire.
Bronze tetradrachm, Yaudheyas, c.300-340 AD, "dvi" (2), India (MACW 4711) - Yaudheya or Yaudheya Gana (Yaudheya Republic) was an ancient militant confederation. The Yaudheya Republic flourished up to the middle to the 4th century when it was conquered by Samudragupta and incorporated into the Gupta Empire.
Billon 2-ghani of Balban (1266-1287), Sultanate of Delhi, India - Ghiyasuddin Balban (reigned: 1266 – 1287 as a Sultan of Delhi) was a son of a Central Asian Turkic noble of the Ilbari tribe, but as a child he was captured by Mongols and sold as a slave at Ghazni. Later, he was bought by Sultan Iltutmish in 1232 CE.
Unique silver punchmarked 6-mashaka, Andhra Janapada, c.500-350 BC, India - Four punchmarked symbols symbols (elephant left, two fish in a rectangle, tourine symbol plow right) / Blank. 16x15mm, 1.25 grams. Rajgor's "Punchmarked coins of the early historic India" series 2 (wrongly listed as 1/4 karshapana) but an unpublished type. Extremely rare!!! Ancient country of Andhra was located between the Godavari and the Krishna rivers. The captial city was Dhanakataka, modern Bezwada. They issued silver karshapanas and fractions, all extremely rare and poorly studied.
Billon 2-ghani of Balban (1266-1287), Sultanate of Delhi, India - Ghiyasuddin Balban (reigned: 1266 – 1287 as a Sultan of Delhi) was a son of a Central Asian Turkic noble of the Ilbari tribe, but as a child he was captured by Mongols and sold as a slave at Ghazni. Later, he was bought by Sultan Iltutmish in 1232 CE.
Scarce AE punchmark w/4 marks, 185-73 BC, Malwa, Sunga Kingdom, India - The small copper punchmarks were initially inspired by the Mauryan punchmarked silver drachms. They are They are found mostly in the Malwa region, the seat of the Sunga Kingdom, thus they are usually attributed to the Sungas.
Scarce AE punchmark w/4 marks, 185-73 BC, Malwa, Sunga Kingdom, India - The small copper punchmarks were initially inspired by the Mauryan punchmarked silver drachms. They are They are found mostly in the Malwa region, the seat of the Sunga Kingdom, thus they are usually attributed to the Sungas.
Lot of 5 AE coins w/4 punchmarks, 185-73 BC, Malwa, Sungas, India - The small copper punchmarks were initially inspired by the Mauryan punchmarked silver drachms. They are They are found mostly in the Malwa region, the seat of the Sunga Kingdom, thus they are usually attributed to the Sungas.
Scarce AE punchmark w/4 marks, 185-73 BC, Malwa, Sunga Kingdom, India - The small copper punchmarks were initially inspired by the Mauryan punchmarked silver drachms. They are They are found mostly in the Malwa region, the seat of the Sunga Kingdom, thus they are usually attributed to the Sungas.
Scarce AE punchmark w/4 marks, 185-73 BC, Malwa, Sunga Kingdom, India - The small copper punchmarks were initially inspired by the Mauryan punchmarked silver drachms. They are They are found mostly in the Malwa region, the seat of the Sunga Kingdom, thus they are usually attributed to the Sungas.
Scarce AE punchmark w/4 marks, 185-73 BC, Malwa, Sunga Kingdom, India - The small copper punchmarks were initially inspired by the Mauryan punchmarked silver drachms. They are They are found mostly in the Malwa region, the seat of the Sunga Kingdom, thus they are usually attributed to the Sungas.
Scarce AE punchmark w/4 marks, 185-73 BC, Malwa, Sunga Kingdom, India - The small copper punchmarks were initially inspired by the Mauryan punchmarked silver drachms. They are They are found mostly in the Malwa region, the seat of the Sunga Kingdom, thus they are usually attributed to the Sungas.
Scarce AE punchmark w/4 marks, 185-73 BC, Malwa, Sunga Kingdom, India - The small copper punchmarks were initially inspired by the Mauryan punchmarked silver drachms. They are They are found mostly in the Malwa region, the seat of the Sunga Kingdom, thus they are usually attributed to the Sungas.
Billon 2-ghani of Balban (1266-1287), Sultanate of Delhi, India - Ghiyasuddin Balban (reigned: 1266 – 1287 as a Sultan of Delhi) was a son of a Central Asian Turkic noble of the Ilbari tribe, but as a child he was captured by Mongols and sold as a slave at Ghazni. Later, he was bought by Sultan Iltutmish in 1232 CE.
Billon 2-ghani of Balban (1266-1287), Sultanate of Delhi, India - Ghiyasuddin Balban (reigned: 1266 – 1287 as a Sultan of Delhi) was a son of a Central Asian Turkic noble of the Ilbari tribe, but as a child he was captured by Mongols and sold as a slave at Ghazni. Later, he was bought by Sultan Iltutmish in 1232 CE.
Unique silver punchmarked 6-mashaka,Andhra Janapada, ca.500-350 BC, India - Four punchmarked symbols symbols (elephant left, three little elephants in a triangle, plow right) / Blank. 17x15mm, 1.25 grams. Rajgor's "Punchmarked coins of the early historic India" series 2 (wrongly listed as 1/4 karshapana) but an unpublished type. Extremely rare!!! Ancient country of Andhra was located between the Godavari and the Krishna rivers. The captial city was Dhanakataka, modern Bezwada. They issued silver karshapanas and fractions, all extremely rare and poorly studied.
Scarce AE punchmark w/4 marks, 185-73 BC, Malwa, Sunga Kingdom, India - The small copper punchmarks were initially inspired by the Mauryan punchmarked silver drachms. They are They are found mostly in the Malwa region, the seat of the Sunga Kingdom, thus they are usually attributed to the Sungas.
AR drachm, Kumaragupta (414-455 AD), Kathiawari type, Gupta Empire, India - 14mmx11mm, 1.88 grams. Mitchiner ACW 4845ff. The early Gupta drachmas were derived from the earlier coins of Kshatrapas (obverse was practically unchanged, while the mountain on reverse was replaced with the image of Garuda).
Unlisted AE falus of Baz Bahadur (1555-1562), Malwa Sultanate, India - Abu'l Muzaffar Baz Bahadur Shah Khallada Allah Mulkahu // Date (969 AH = 1561/2) and star about a double line, unread inscription below. 15mmx16mm, 7.03 grams. Mandu mint (?). The Coins of the Indian Sultanates - (M-247 var). This exact type seems to be unlisted in the Goron/Goenka and Rajgor. Interesting and high grade, with a clear date.
Tin dinheiro, Joao III (1521-1557), Lisbon mint for Melaka, Portuguese India - Cross of St. George surrounded by +IOA:III:POR:ET:AL: (for "Joao III King of Portugal and the Algarve") // Armillary sphere. 18.5mm, 1.62 grams. Malacca mint. SMK19; Sim J3.07. Malaka was captured by the Portuguese on the 24th of August, 1511, after an attack on the city by a force led by Alfonso D'Albuquerque, the 2nd Viceroy of Portuguese India (1509-1515) and who was to become to the first governor of Melaka.
Rare 2-cash, VOC (Dutch East India Company), 1646-1724, Pulicat mint, India - VOC monogram, large P (for Pulicat) above // Arabic inscription "In the name of Sultan Abd' Allah". 11mm, 1.65 grams. Pulicat mint. KM 37. Struck off-center, as nice as these come. Issued by the Dutch VOC company in the city of Pulicat. Rare.
Rare 2-cash, VOC (Dutch East India Company), 1646-1724, Pulicat mint, India - VOC monogram, large P (for Pulicat) above // Arabic inscription "In the name of Sultan Abd' Allah". 11mm, 1.59 grams. Pulicat mint. KM 37. Struck off-center, as nice as these come. Issued by the Dutch VOC company in the city of Pulicat. Rare.
Rare 2-cash, VOC (Dutch East India Company), 1646-1724, Pulicat mint, India - VOC monogram, large P (for Pulicat) above // Arabic inscription "In the name of Sultan Abd' Allah". 11mm, 1.66 grams. Pulicat mint. KM 37. Struck off-center, as nice as these come. Issued by the Dutch VOC company in the city of Pulicat. Rare.
Rare 2-cash, VOC (Dutch East India Company), 1646-1724, Pulicat mint, India - VOC monogram, large P (for Pulicat) above // Arabic inscription "In the name of Sultan Abd' Allah". 11mm, 1.68 grams. Pulicat mint. KM 37. Struck off-center, as nice as these come. Issued by the Dutch VOC company in the city of Pulicat. Rare.
Rare 2-cash, VOC (Dutch East India Company), 1646-1724, Pulicat mint, India - VOC monogram, large P (for Pulicat) above // Arabic inscription "In the name of Sultan Abd' Allah". 11mm, 1.50 grams. Pulicat mint. KM 37. Struck off-center, as nice as these come. Issued by the Dutch VOC company in the city of Pulicat. Rare.
AE drachm of Apurva Deva (ca.1230s?), Kangra Kingdom, India - scarcer type, with - Sri Apurva chandra Deva in three lines. Much nicer than these usually are. 14mm, 3.28 grams. Tye #67; "The Catalogue of Katoch rulers of Kangra"#189-190. Kangra is a district is in the western part of Himachal Pradesh, in the low foothills of the Himalayas.
Bronze drachm of Singar Chandra Deva (c.1250/1300), Kangra Kingdom, India - Stylized horseman right / Inscriptions in 3 lines: "Maharaja Sri Singar Chandra Deva". Scarce. Much nicer than these usually are. 14mm, 3.18 grams. "The Catalogue of Katoch rulers of Kangra"#457-498. Kangra is a district is in the western part of Himachal Pradesh, in the low foothills of the Himalayas. It was the place of an ancient Hindu Kangra Kingdom. The kings of Kangra are almost unknown in history, their existence was shadowy and the dating of their reigns is tentative. Their coins are fairly scarce, not well-studied and difficult to find.
Rare silver drachm of Krishna Raja (ca.550-575 AD), Kalachuris in Deccan, India - The history of Western India from this period is almost unknown, but the coins of this type were based on the coins of the Traikutaka ruler Vyaghrasena, who ruled in the late 400's., as it is impossible to reconcile these coins otherwise.
Rare silver drachm of Krishna Raja (ca.550-575 AD), Kalachuris in Deccan, India - The history of Western India from this period is almost unknown, but the coins of this type were based on the coins of the Traikutaka ruler Vyaghrasena, who ruled in the late 400's., as it is impossible to reconcile these coins otherwise.
Rare silver drachm of Krishna Raja (ca.550-575 AD), Kalachuris in Deccan, India - The history of Western India from this period is almost unknown, but the coins of this type were based on the coins of the Traikutaka ruler Vyaghrasena, who ruled in the late 400's., as it is impossible to reconcile these coins otherwise.
Rare silver drachm of Krishna Raja (ca.550-575 AD), Kalachuris in Deccan, India - The history of Western India from this period is almost unknown, but the coins of this type were based on the coins of the Traikutaka ruler Vyaghrasena, who ruled in the late 400's., as it is impossible to reconcile these coins otherwise.
Bronze drachm of Triloka Chandra (1240s), Kangra Kingdom, India - Kangra is a district is in the western part of Himachal Pradesh, in the low foothills of the Himalayas. It was the place of an ancient Hindu Kangra Kingdom. The kings of Kangra are almost unknown in history, their existence was shadowy and the dating of their reigns is tentative.
Early AR damma of Abdallah II (mid-900's), Habbarid Sindh, medieval India - 11mm, 0.58 grams. Shahada issue, mint 3. G/G #AS2; Fishman/Todd (2018) #HS24. Abdallah II was probably the son of Amir Muhammad. He minted coins in "Mint 2" and "Mint 3" and his reign can be tentatively dated to the first half of the 10th century AD.
Scarce AE punchmark w/4 marks, 185-73 BC, Malwa, Sunga Kingdom, India - The small copper punchmarks were initially inspired by the Mauryan punchmarked silver drachms. They are They are found mostly in the Malwa region, the seat of the Sunga Kingdom, thus they are usually attributed to the Sungas.
Lot of 12 lead coins of the Ishvakus, 200-300 CE, Ancient India - The coins are from an old collection - there are a bunch of different varieties, all are uncleaned and unresearched. The price is for the exact group of 12 coins pictured. Lot of 12 lead coins of the Ikshvaku dynasty.
12 lead coins of the Ishvakus, 200-300 CE, Ancient India - Lot of 12 lead coins of the Ikshvaku dynasty. Elephant left (or right) // Crescents, circles and/or tourine symbols. The coins are lead karshapanas, most are 13-14mm, around 2-3 grams each. Mitchiner #171; Pieper (2013) #726-734.
Lot of 12 lead coins of the Ishvakus, 200-300 CE, Ancient India - The coins are from an old collection - there are a bunch of different varieties, all are uncleaned and unresearched. The price is for the exact group of 12 coins pictured. Lot of 12 lead coins of the Ikshvaku dynasty.
Lot of 12 lead coins of the Ishvakus, 200-300 CE, Ancient India - The coins are from an old collection - there are a bunch of different varieties, all are uncleaned and unresearched. The price is for the exact group of 12 coins pictured. Lot of 12 lead coins of the Ikshvaku dynasty.
Lot of 12 lead coins of the Ishvakus, 200-300 CE, Ancient India - The coins are from an old collection - there are a bunch of different varieties, all are uncleaned and unresearched. The price is for the exact group of 12 coins pictured. Lot of 12 lead coins of the Ikshvaku dynasty.
Lot of 12 lead coins of the Ishvakus, 200-300 CE, Ancient India - The coins are from an old collection - there are a bunch of different varieties, all are uncleaned and unresearched. The price is for the exact group of 12 coins pictured. Lot of 12 lead coins of the Ikshvaku dynasty.
12 lead coins of the Ishvakus, 200-300 CE, Ancient India - Lot of 12 lead coins of the Ikshvaku dynasty. Elephant left (or right) // Crescents, circles and/or tourine symbols. The coins are lead karshapanas, most are 13-14mm, around 2-3 grams each. Mitchiner #171; Pieper (2013) #726-734.
Lot of 12 lead coins of the Ishvakus, 200-300 CE, Ancient India - The coins are from an old collection - there are a bunch of different varieties, all are uncleaned and unresearched. The price is for the exact group of 12 coins pictured. Lot of 12 lead coins of the Ikshvaku dynasty.
Lot of 12 lead coins of the Ishvakus, 200-300 CE, Ancient India - The coins are from an old collection - there are a bunch of different varieties, all are uncleaned and unresearched. The price is for the exact group of 12 coins pictured. Lot of 12 lead coins of the Ikshvaku dynasty.
12 lead coins of the Ishvakus, 200-300 CE, Ancient India - Lot of 12 lead coins of the Ikshvaku dynasty. Elephant left (or right) // Crescents, circles and/or tourine symbols. The coins are lead karshapanas, most are 13-14mm, around 2-3 grams each. Mitchiner #171; Pieper (2013) #726-734.
Lot of 12 lead coins of the Ishvakus, 200-300 CE, Ancient India - The coins are from an old collection - there are a bunch of different varieties, all are uncleaned and unresearched. The price is for the exact group of 12 coins pictured. Lot of 12 lead coins of the Ikshvaku dynasty.
Early AR damma of Abdallah II (mid-900's), Habbarid Sindh, medieval India - 11mm, 0.53 grams. Shahada issue, mint 3. G/G #AS2; Fishman/Todd (2018) #HS24. Abdallah II was probably the son of Amir Muhammad. He minted coins in "Mint 2" and "Mint 3" and his reign can be tentatively dated to the first half of the 10th century AD.
Extremely rare silver 6-mashaka, Andhra Janapada, ca.500-350 BC, India - Four punchmarked symbols symbols (elephant left, two geometric symbols, plow left) / Blank. 17x15mm, 1.20 grams. Rajgor's "Punchmarked coins of the early historic India" series 2 (wrongly listed as 1/4 karshapana) but an unpublished type. Extremely rare type, unpublished in this denomination and with these marks. Ancient country of Andhra was located between the Godavari and the Krishna rivers. The captial city was Dhanakataka, modern Bezwada. They issued silver karshapanas and fractions, all extremely rare and poorly studied.
Lead karshapana (PB15), anonymous type, early 300s CE, Ikshvakus, India - Lead karshapana (PB15), anonymous type, early 300s CE, Ikshvakus, India Elephant right // Ujjain symbol. 15mm, 2.63 grams. Pieper (2013) #727. The Ikshvaku dynasty rose to power with the decline of their former masters, the Satavahanas. They ruled in the eastern Krishna River valley of India, from their capital at Vijayapuri (modern Nagarjunakonda in Andhra Pradesh) for over a century during 3rd and 4th centuries CE. The Ikshvakus are also known as the Andhra Ikshvakus or Ikshvakus of Vijayapuri to distinguish them from their legendary namesakes.
Gelderland issue duit, VOC (Dutch East India Company), 1788, Dutch East India - Gelderland issue duit, VOC (Dutch East India Company), 1788, Dutch East India VOC monogram, ear of corn privy mark (for Martin Hendrik Lohse), date below (1788) / DEO ¢ EST ¢ SPES ¢ NOSTRA, Crowned arms of Gelderland. 22mm, 2.58 grams. Krause KM #50.2 Issued in the Netherlands for circulation in the Dutch East Indies (modern Indonesia).
Lead karshapana (PB15), anonymous type, early 300s CE, Ikshvakus, India - Lead karshapana (PB15), anonymous type, early 300s CE, Ikshvakus, India Elephant right // Ujjain symbol. 15mm, 2.84 grams. Pieper (2013) #727. The Ikshvaku dynasty rose to power with the decline of their former masters, the Satavahanas. They ruled in the eastern Krishna River valley of India, from their capital at Vijayapuri (modern Nagarjunakonda in Andhra Pradesh) for over a century during 3rd and 4th centuries CE. The Ikshvakus are also known as the Andhra Ikshvakus or Ikshvakus of Vijayapuri to distinguish them from their legendary namesakes.
Lot of 6 silver dammas 9th-10th century, Habbarid Sindh, medieval India - Lot of 6 unsorted different coins of the Sindhi Habbarid rulers, c.870's-1000 AD. Small coins, 10-11mm, around 0.5-0.6 grams. The price is for the entire group of 6 coins and the coins on the pictures are the exact coins you will receive.
Lot of 5 silver dammas 9th-10th century, Habbarid Sindh, medieval India - Lot of 5 unsorted different coins of the Sindhi Habbarid rulers, c.870's-1000 AD. Small coins, 10-11mm, around 0.5-0.6 grams. The price is for the entire group of 5 coins and the coins on the pictures are the exact coins you will receive.
Gelderland issue duit, VOC (Dutch East India Company), 1790, Dutch East India - Gelderland issue duit, VOC (Dutch East India Company), 1790, Dutch East India VOC monogram, ear of corn privy mark (for Martin Hendrik Lohse), date below (1790) / DEO ¢ EST ¢ SPES ¢ NOSTRA, Crowned arms of Gelderland. 22mm, 2.83 grams. Krause KM #50.2 Issued in the Netherlands for circulation in the Dutch East Indies (modern Indonesia).
Lead karshapana (PB13), Virapurushadatta (c.250-274 CE), Ancient India - Lead karshapana (PB14), King Mathariputra Sri Vira Purushadatta (c.250-274 CE), Ancient India. They ruled in the eastern Krishna River valley of India, from their capital at Vijayapuri (modern Nagarjunakonda in Andhra Pradesh) for over a century during 3rd and 4th centuries CE.
Lead karshapana (PB15), Virapurushadatta (c.250-274 CE), Ancient India - Lead karshapana (PB14), King Mathariputra Sri Vira Purushadatta (c.250-274 CE), Ancient India. They ruled in the eastern Krishna River valley of India, from their capital at Vijayapuri (modern Nagarjunakonda in Andhra Pradesh) for over a century during 3rd and 4th centuries CE.
Lead karshapana (PB14), Virapurushadatta (c.250-274 CE), Ancient India - Lead karshapana (PB14), King Mathariputra Sri Vira Purushadatta (c.250-274 CE), Ancient India. They ruled in the eastern Krishna River valley of India, from their capital at Vijayapuri (modern Nagarjunakonda in Andhra Pradesh) for over a century during 3rd and 4th centuries CE.
Silver 2-ghani of Mohamed (1296-1316), Delhi Sultanate, India (Tye 419.1) - Juna Khan Khilji, commonly known by his title as Ala-ud-din Khilji, was the second ruler of the Turko-Afghan Khilji dynasty in India. He is considered the most powerful ruler of the dynasty, reigning from 1296 to 1316.
Rare AR drachm of Chastana (ca.78-130 AD) as MK, Indo-Sakas in Western India (Fi - Chastana ruled as Satrap until the fall of Nahapana in ca.100 AD, and after that as Mahakshatrapa ("Great Satrap"). The coins of Chastana are rare. Silver drachm of Chastana Kardamaka (ca.78-130 AD) as Mahakshatrapa, Indo-Sakas in Western India (Fishman #4.9).
Bronze stater of Queen Didda Rani (979-1003 AD), Kashmir Kingdom, India - Didda Rani was one of the celebrated queens, more of a strong than a beneficent monarch. Young husband spoke of her "force of character" as well as her "ruthlessness". She carried the latter trait to the extent of tyranny.
Silver damma of Shibl, c.840-860s, Abbasid governors of Multan, among the first - Silver damma of Shibl, Multan, c.840-860s, Abbasid governors of Multan, among the first Islamic coins in India! Lillah Shibl in arabic / Nagari legend. These "3-dot" coins are the earliest Islamic Indian coins - they were first studied and published only a few years ago, in the Fishman/Todd's catalogue "The Silver Damma".
Rare silver tanka, Akbar (1556-1605), Ujjain mint, Malwa issue, Mughal Empire - Old style tankas in the style of Sultans of Malwa continued to be struck at the newly acquired territories by Akbar until ca.1000 AH at Mandu, Ujjain and Ujjainpur (and the copper coins were minted there until the reign of Jahangir and Shah Jahan).
Silver rupee, Shah Alam II (1759-1806), RY8, Kora, Mughal issue by Mirza Najaf K - Inscriptions on both sides, flowered cross mintmark. Dated to regnal year 8 = 1766/1767 AD. Mint of Kora. 20mm, 11.15 grams. KM 650. SKU T1036-52849 Imperial issue by the governor of Kora Mirza Najaf Khan. Mirza Najaf Khan (1723 “ 1782) was a Shia adventurer who came to Delhi around 1740. He became a courtier of Mughal emperor Shah Alam II. He married his sister into the family of the Shia Nawab of Awadh, which resulted in him gaining the title of Deputy Wazir of Awadh. He served during the Battle of Buxar, and he was the highest commander of the Mughal army from 1772 till his death in April 1782.
Rare variety AR tanka, Akbar (1556-1605), Mandu, Malwa issue, Mughal Empire - Old style tankas in the style of Sultans of Malwa continued to be struck at the newly acquired territories by Akbar until ca.1000 AH at Mandu, Ujjain and Ujjainpur (and the copper coins were minted there until the reign of Jahangir and Shah Jahan).
Silver rupee, Shah Alam II (1759-1806), RY10, Kora, Mughal issue by Mirza Najaf - Inscriptions on both sides, flowered cross mintmark. Dated to regnal year 10 = 1768/1769 AD. Mint of Kora. 20mm, 11.19 grams. KM 650. SKU T1084-52848 Imperial issue by the governor of Kora Mirza Najaf Khan. Mirza Najaf Khan (1723 “ 1782) was a Shia adventurer who came to Delhi around 1740. He became a courtier of Mughal emperor Shah Alam II. He married his sister into the family of the Shia Nawab of Awadh, which resulted in him gaining the title of Deputy Wazir of Awadh. He served during the Battle of Buxar, and he was the highest commander of the Mughal army from 1772 till his death in April 1782.
Silver rupee, Shah Alam II (1759-1806), RY8, Kora, Mughal issue by Mirza Najaf K - Inscriptions on both sides, flowered cross mintmark. Dated to regnal year 8 = 1766/1767 AD. Mint of Kora. 20mm, 11.24 grams. KM 650. SKU T1049-52846 Imperial issue by the governor of Kora Mirza Najaf Khan. Mirza Najaf Khan (1723 “ 1782) was a Shia adventurer who came to Delhi around 1740. He became a courtier of Mughal emperor Shah Alam II. He married his sister into the family of the Shia Nawab of Awadh, which resulted in him gaining the title of Deputy Wazir of Awadh. He served during the Battle of Buxar, and he was the highest commander of the Mughal army from 1772 till his death in April 1782.
Rare variety AR tanka, Akbar (1556-1605), Mandu, Malwa issue, Mughal Empire - Old style tankas in the style of Sultans of Malwa continued to be struck at the newly acquired territories by Akbar until ca.1000 AH at Mandu, Ujjain and Ujjainpur (and the copper coins were minted there until the reign of Jahangir and Shah Jahan).
Silver rupee, Shah Alam II (1759-1806), RY8, Kora, Mughal issue by Mirza Najaf K - Inscriptions on both sides, flowered cross mintmark. Dated to regnal year 8 = 1766/1767 AD. Mint of Kora. 20mm, 11.24 grams. KM 650. SKU T1050-52843 Imperial issue by the governor of Kora Mirza Najaf Khan. Mirza Najaf Khan (1723 “ 1782) was a Shia adventurer who came to Delhi around 1740. He became a courtier of Mughal emperor Shah Alam II. He married his sister into the family of the Shia Nawab of Awadh, which resulted in him gaining the title of Deputy Wazir of Awadh. He served during the Battle of Buxar, and he was the highest commander of the Mughal army from 1772 till his death in April 1782.
Silver rupee, Shah Alam II (1759-1806), RY10, Kora, Mughal issue by Mirza Najaf - Inscriptions on both sides, flowered cross mintmark. Dated to regnal year 10 = 1768/1769 AD. Mint of Kora. 20mm, 11.24 grams. KM 650. SKU T1073-52844 Imperial issue by the governor of Kora Mirza Najaf Khan. Mirza Najaf Khan (1723 “ 1782) was a Shia adventurer who came to Delhi around 1740. He became a courtier of Mughal emperor Shah Alam II. He married his sister into the family of the Shia Nawab of Awadh, which resulted in him gaining the title of Deputy Wazir of Awadh. He served during the Battle of Buxar, and he was the highest commander of the Mughal army from 1772 till his death in April 1782.
Silver rupee, Shah Alam II (1759-1806), Kora, Mughal issue by Mirza Najaf Khan - Inscriptions on both sides, flowered cross mintmark. Dated to regnal year 9 = 1767/1768 AD. Mint of Kora. 20mm, 11.18 grams. KM 650. SKU T1019-52847 Imperial issue by the governor of Kora Mirza Najaf Khan. Mirza Najaf Khan (1723 “ 1782) was a Shia adventurer who came to Delhi around 1740. He became a courtier of Mughal emperor Shah Alam II. He married his sister into the family of the Shia Nawab of Awadh, which resulted in him gaining the title of Deputy Wazir of Awadh. He served during the Battle of Buxar, and he was the highest commander of the Mughal army from 1772 till his death in April 1782.
Rare variety AR tanka, Akbar (1556-1605), Mandu, Malwa issue, Mughal Empire - Old style tankas in the style of Sultans of Malwa continued to be struck at the newly acquired territories by Akbar until ca.1000 AH at Mandu, Ujjain and Ujjainpur (and the copper coins were minted there until the reign of Jahangir and Shah Jahan).
Rare silver tanka, Akbar (1556-1605), Ujjain mint, Malwa issue, Mughal Empire - Old style tankas in the style of Sultans of Malwa continued to be struck at the newly acquired territories by Akbar until ca.1000 AH at Mandu, Ujjain and Ujjainpur (and the copper coins were minted there until the reign of Jahangir and Shah Jahan).
Rare silver tanka, Akbar (1556-1605), Ujjain mint, Malwa issue, Mughal Empire - Old style tankas in the style of Sultans of Malwa continued to be struck at the newly acquired territories by Akbar until ca.1000 AH at Mandu, Ujjain and Ujjainpur (and the copper coins were minted there until the reign of Jahangir and Shah Jahan).
Silver rupee, Shah Alam II (1759-1806), RY8, Kora, Mughal issue by Mirza Najaf K - Inscriptions on both sides, flowered cross mintmark. Dated to regnal year 8 = 1766/1767 AD. Mint of Kora. 20mm, 11.17 grams. KM 650. SKU T1196-9936 Imperial issue by the governor of Kora Mirza Najaf Khan. Mirza Najaf Khan (1723 “ 1782) was a Shia adventurer who came to Delhi around 1740. He became a courtier of Mughal emperor Shah Alam II. He married his sister into the family of the Shia Nawab of Awadh, which resulted in him gaining the title of Deputy Wazir of Awadh. He served during the Battle of Buxar, and he was the highest commander of the Mughal army from 1772 till his death in April 1782.
Rare variety AR tanka, Akbar (1556-1605), Mandu, Malwa issue, Mughal Empire - Old style tankas in the style of Sultans of Malwa continued to be struck at the newly acquired territories by Akbar until ca.1000 AH at Mandu, Ujjain and Ujjainpur (and the copper coins were minted there until the reign of Jahangir and Shah Jahan).
Silver rupee, Shah Alam II (1759-1806), Kora, Mughal issue by Mirza Najaf Khan - Inscriptions on both sides, flowered cross mintmark. Dated to regnal year 9 = 1767/1768 AD. Mint of Kora. 20mm, 11.20 grams. KM 650. SKU T1016-52845 Imperial issue by the governor of Kora Mirza Najaf Khan. Mirza Najaf Khan (1723 “ 1782) was a Shia adventurer who came to Delhi around 1740. He became a courtier of Mughal emperor Shah Alam II. He married his sister into the family of the Shia Nawab of Awadh, which resulted in him gaining the title of Deputy Wazir of Awadh. He served during the Battle of Buxar, and he was the highest commander of the Mughal army from 1772 till his death in April 1782.
Silver rupee w/sword, Shah Alam II (1759-1806), RY11, Kora, Mughal issue by Mirz - Inscriptions on both sides, flowered cross and a large sword mintmarks. Dated to regnal year 11 = 1769/1770 AD. Mint of Kora. 20mm, 11.18 grams. KM 651. SKU T1107-52841 Imperial issue by the governor of Kora Mirza Najaf Khan. Mirza Najaf Khan (1723 “ 1782) was a Shia adventurer who came to Delhi around 1740. He became a courtier of Mughal emperor Shah Alam II. He married his sister into the family of the Shia Nawab of Awadh, which resulted in him gaining the title of Deputy Wazir of Awadh. He served during the Battle of Buxar, and he was the highest commander of the Mughal army from 1772 till his death in April 1782.
High quality Ilahi issue bronze dam of Akbar (1556-1605), Atak Banaras mint, Sha - Mint of Atak Banaras. 21mm, 20.6 grams. Krause 32.4. Huge bronze dams of Akbar are fairly common, but they are almost always, with very few exceptions, of very low quality. High quality pieces, well struck and little wear and no porosity, like this piece, are very rare.
Rare silver tanka, Akbar (1556-1605), Ujjain mint, Malwa issue, Mughal Empire - Old style tankas in the style of Sultans of Malwa continued to be struck at the newly acquired territories by Akbar until ca.1000 AH at Mandu, Ujjain and Ujjainpur (and the copper coins were minted there until the reign of Jahangir and Shah Jahan).
High quality silver tanka, Akbar (1556-1605), Ujjain, Malwa, Mughal Empire - Old style tankas in the style of Sultans of Malwa continued to be struck at the newly acquired territories by Akbar until ca.1000 AH at Mandu, Ujjain and Ujjainpur (and the copper coins were minted there until the reign of Jahangir and Shah Jahan).
Rare silver tanka, Akbar (1556-1605), Ujjain mint, Malwa issue, Mughal Empire - Old style tankas in the style of Sultans of Malwa continued to be struck at the newly acquired territories by Akbar until ca.1000 AH at Mandu, Ujjain and Ujjainpur (and the copper coins were minted there until the reign of Jahangir and Shah Jahan).
Very nice silver tanka, Akbar (1556-1605), Ujjain, Malwa, Mughal Empire - Old style tankas in the style of Sultans of Malwa continued to be struck at the newly acquired territories by Akbar until ca.1000 AH at Mandu, Ujjain and Ujjainpur (and the copper coins were minted there until the reign of Jahangir and Shah Jahan).
High quality silver tanka, Akbar (1556-1605), Ujjain, Malwa, Mughal Empire - Old style tankas in the style of Sultans of Malwa continued to be struck at the newly acquired territories by Akbar until ca.1000 AH at Mandu, Ujjain and Ujjainpur (and the copper coins were minted there until the reign of Jahangir and Shah Jahan).
High quality silver tanka, Akbar (1556-1605), Ujjain, Malwa, Mughal Empire - Old style tankas in the style of Sultans of Malwa continued to be struck at the newly acquired territories by Akbar until ca.1000 AH at Mandu, Ujjain and Ujjainpur (and the copper coins were minted there until the reign of Jahangir and Shah Jahan).
Very nice silver tanka, Akbar (1556-1605), Ujjain, Malwa, Mughal Empire - Old style tankas in the style of Sultans of Malwa continued to be struck at the newly acquired territories by Akbar until ca.1000 AH at Mandu, Ujjain and Ujjainpur (and the copper coins were minted there until the reign of Jahangir and Shah Jahan).
High quality silver tanka, Akbar (1556-1605), Ujjain, Malwa, Mughal Empire - Old style tankas in the style of Sultans of Malwa continued to be struck at the newly acquired territories by Akbar until ca.1000 AH at Mandu, Ujjain and Ujjainpur (and the copper coins were minted there until the reign of Jahangir and Shah Jahan).
High quality silver tanka, Akbar (1556-1605), Ujjain, Malwa, Mughal Empire - Old style tankas in the style of Sultans of Malwa continued to be struck at the newly acquired territories by Akbar until ca.1000 AH at Mandu, Ujjain and Ujjainpur (and the copper coins were minted there until the reign of Jahangir and Shah Jahan).
ISLAMIC Gold Tone Token, Kalma, Allah, Muhammad, Ali Fatima, Hassan, Hussain - Right, Hussain حسین٣١__٣١. Top, Ya Allah, Ya Muhammad. This is a very beautiful token coin but it is not known whether it is actual gold token or has been gold I don't know anything about it, what you see in the pictures is what you get.
Mongol Era,Miharabanid Dynasty : Nasir al-Dunya wa'l-Din, Coin AE Jital (3.35g) - Z- 304616:Mongol Era,Miharabanid Dynasty : Nasir al-Dunya wa'l-Din, Coin AE half Jital (2.59g) , Nasir al-Din Muhammad Jital Shipment through Pakistan Post International Tracking Available at Pakistan Post Site No postage to India and Israel
Tabaristan, Abbasid governors (780-794 AD) AR Hemidrachm 24 mm - Tabaristan, Abbasid governors AR Hemidrachm. triple dotted-border, crescents with stars at 3, 6, 9 and 12 o’clock, three pellets at the diagonals. crescents with stars at 3, 6 and 9 o’clock. Weight: 1.76 g.
Tabaristan, Abbasid governors (780-794 AD) AR Hemidrachm 23 mm - Tabaristan, Abbasid governors AR Hemidrachm. triple dotted-border, crescents with stars at 3, 6, 9 and 12 o’clock, three pellets at the diagonals. crescents with stars at 3, 6 and 9 o’clock. Weight: 1.97 g.
Sasanian Empire, Khusro II (590-628 AD) Drachm 29.5 mm - Sasanian Empire, Khusro II AR Drachm. R everse : Fire altar with two attendants, crescents on heads, inside triple dotted-border, crescents with stars at 3, 6, 9 and 12. Die Axis: 9h. 6 and 9 o’clock.
Sasanian Empire, Khusro II (590-628 AD) Drachm 30 mm - Sasanian Empire, Khusro II AR Drachm. R everse : Fire altar with two attendants, crescents on heads, inside triple dotted-border, crescents with stars at 3, 6, 9 and 12. Die Axis: 3h. 6 and 9 o’clock.
Sasanian Empire, Khusro I (531-579 AD) AR Drachm 29.5mm - Sasanian Empire, Khusro I AR Drachm. R everse : Fire altar with two attendants standing facing, wearing tall headgear, both hands on sword hilt, all inside single dotted-border. Weight: 4.07 g.
Sasanian Empire, Khusro I (531-579 AD) AR Drachm 31.5mm - Sasanian Empire, Khusro I AR Drachm. R everse : Fire altar with two attendants standing facing, wearing tall headgear, both hands on sword hilt, all inside single dotted-border. Weight: 3.98 g.
HUNNIC TRIBES, Hunnic Kingdom, in Gandhara, circa 6th century. AR Unit, RRR - Ancient India HUNNIC TRIBES, Hunnic Kingdom in Gandhara. Local Issue, circa 6th century. AR Unit (Silver), Fishman—, 5-dot series, with the late Brahmi letter \"Ta\" above, \"BKa\" lower left, \"Chai\" lower right, star & crescent above, VF+, RRR.
[#1178157] Parthia (Kingdom of), Arsaces XVI, Drachm, ca. 80-60 BC, Rhagai, AU(5 - Parthia (Kingdom of), Arsaces XVI, Drachm, ca. 80-60 BC, Rhagai, AU(55-58). Bust of the king on the left, bare head with simple headband, hair covering the ear, short beard., The king on the right, seated on a throne with back, holding a bow in his right hand., A practically unknown king who reigned between 79/78 and 62/61 BC.
Ancient Greek, Kings of Parthia. Pakoros I. Circa AD 78-120. AR Drachm, Parthian - Ancient Greek KINGS of PARTHIA. Pakoros I. Circa AD 78-120. AR Silver Drachm ( 2.51 g ). Ekbatana mint. toned, VF. The Parthian Empire (/ˈpɑːrθiən/), also known as the Arsacid Empire (/ˈɑːrsəsɪd/), was a major Iranian political and cultural power in ancient Iran from 247 BC to 224 AD.
21RM3Z) Sasanian Kingdom, Kavad I AR Drachm, 3.73 Grms, 27.5 mm AS (Aspahan?) VF - (Mint, uncertain date. Obverse: Draped bust to right, wearing mural crown with korymbos set on crescent. 6) Attributions: Except for bargains and group lots, all coins sold fully attributed and catalogued from at least 1-2 sources and/or major collections whenever possible.
Billon tanka of Firuz (1351-1388 AD), 1378 AD, Sultanate of Delhi - Firuz shah sultani darabat bi-hadrat dehli /. The Delhi Sultanate, or Sulthanath-e-Hind/Sulthanath-e-Dilli refers to the various dynasties that ruled in India from 1210 to 1526. Several Turko-Afghan dynasties ruled from Delhi: the Slave dynasty (1206-90), the Khilji dynasty (1290-1320), the Tughluq dynasty (1320-1413), the Sayyid dynasty (1414-51), and the Lodi (1451-1526).
857CBG3Y) INDIA, Post-Kushan (Jammu and Kashmir). Kidarite Successors GOLD DINAR - Kidarite Successors. 5th-7th century AD. Pale (of low gold content) AV Dinar (21mm, 7.619 g). Abstract Kushan style king standing left; ka in Brahmi to left; to right, jaya and monogram of Kidara in Brahmi / Abstract Ardoxsho seated facing, holding filleted investiture garland and cornucopia; ditya in Brahmi to left, śri vinaya in Brahmi down right.
627KR3Y) HUNNIC TRIBES, Nezak Huns. ‘Napki Malka’. Circa AD 515-560 AE Drachm VF - (627KR3Y) HUNNIC TRIBES, Nezak Huns. ‘Napki Malka’. Circa AD 515-560. AE Drachm (27 mm, 3.39 g). Kabul mint. VF, toned. 6) Attributions: Except for bargains and group lots, all coins sold fully attributed and catalogued from at least 1-2 sources and/or major collections whenever possible.
Sasanian Empire, Khusro I (531-579 AD) Drachm 31 mm, Nishapur (NYHC) mint - Sasanian Empire, Khusro I AR Drachm. Struck in Nishapur (NYHC), Regnal Year 42, circa 573 AD. R everse : Fire altar with two attendants standing facing, wearing tall headgear, both hands on sword hilt, all inside single dotted-border.
1017HH3Y) SIKH EMPIRE: AR rupee (11.17g), Amritsar, VS18[86], KM-21.1, XF - (1017HH3Y) SIKH EMPIRE: AR rupee (11.17g), Amritsar, VS18[86], KM-21.1, Herrli-01.10.04, VS1884 series, bold strike, 1 tiny testmark, choice EF. 6) Attributions: Except for bargains and group lots, all coins sold fully attributed and catalogued from at least 1-2 sources and/or major collections whenever possible.
Irak 5000 Dinars Silver Coin - For the avid collector, this Iran 5000 Dinars coin is a must-have addition to your collection. Crafted from high quality silver, this coin showcases intricate details and a rich history. The design features elements of Persian and Indian influence, making it a unique and valuable piece. Perfect for display or as a thoughtful gift, this coin is a testament to the artistry and craftsmanship of ancient civilizations. Add it to your collection today and marvel at the beauty and history it represents.
Bengal Sultan Ghiyath Al din Azam Shah Tanka Firuzabad Mint AH811-813 B243 RARE - U WILL GET WHAT U SEE IN THE PICS THERE MAY BE LITTLE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN ACTUAL ITEM WITH THE PICS BCZ OF CONTRAST THANK U FOR UR UNDERSTANDING I WILL SHIP ALL THE ITEM ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD BY REGISTERED AIR MAIL UNLESS REQUESTED OTHERWISE. IF U HAVE ANY ISSUE AFTER RECEIVING THE ITEM PLZ CONTACT ME BEFORE MAKING ANY CLAIM OR LEAVING NEGATIVE FEEDBACK,I ASSURE U THAT ANY ISSUE WILL BE SOLVED AMICABLY. THANK U VERY MUCH FOR UR PATIENCE GOOD LUCK.
Bengal Sultan Ghiyath Al din Azam Shah Tanka Firuzabad Mint AH803-810 Nice grade - U WILL GET WHAT U SEE IN THE PICS THERE MAY BE LITTLE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN ACTUAL ITEM WITH THE PICS BCZ OF CONTRAST THANK U FOR UR UNDERSTANDING I WILL SHIP ALL THE ITEM ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD BY REGISTERED AIR MAIL UNLESS REQUESTED OTHERWISE. IF U HAVE ANY ISSUE AFTER RECEIVING THE ITEM PLZ CONTACT ME BEFORE MAKING ANY CLAIM OR LEAVING NEGATIVE FEEDBACK,I ASSURE U THAT ANY ISSUE WILL BE SOLVED AMICABLY. THANK U VERY MUCH FOR UR PATIENCE GOOD LUCK.
1019HH3Y) SIKH EMPIRE: AR nanakshahi rupee (11.11g), Amritsar, VS18[95], KM-22.1 - (1019HH3Y) SIKH EMPIRE: AR nanakshahi rupee (11.11g), Amritsar, VS18[95], KM-22.1, Herrli-01.10.04, VS1885 series, 1 tiny testmark, bold strike, AU. 6) Attributions: Except for bargains and group lots, all coins sold fully attributed and catalogued from at least 1-2 sources and/or major collections whenever possible.
Billon tanka of Firuz (1351-1388 AD), 1371 AD, Sultanate of Delhi - Dated to 773 AH =1371 AD. Hadrat Dehli mint. White colour, decent quality billon. "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" D473. The Delhi Sultanate, or Sulthanath-e-Hind/Sulthanath-e-Dilli refers to the various dynasties that ruled in India from 1210 to 1526.
Billon tanka of Firuz (1351-1388 AD), 1377 AD, Sultanate of Delhi - Dated to 779 AH =1377 AD. Hadrat Dehli mint. White colour, decent quality billon. "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" D473. The Delhi Sultanate, or Sulthanath-e-Hind/Sulthanath-e-Dilli refers to the various dynasties that ruled in India from 1210 to 1526.
Silver 4-ghani of Ghiyas al-Din Tughluq (1320-1325), Delhi, India - Silver 4-ghani of Ghiyath al-din Tughluq (1320-1325), dated to 1321 AD, Sultanate of Delhi, India. The Delhi Sultanate, or Sulthanath-e-Hind/Sulthanath-e-Dilli refers to the various dynasties that ruled in India from 1210 to 1526.
Silver 6-ghani of Ala al-Din Mohamed II (1296-1316), dated to 1315 AD, India - Dated to 715 AH = 1315 AD. The coins of the Indian Sultanates, #D232; Rajgor 987. Sultan Ala-ud-din Khilji is also noted in history for being one of the few rulers in the world to have repeatedly defended against the invasions of the Mongol Empire.
Silver drachm, Rudrasena III (348-378 AD), Indo-Sakas - Silver drachm, Rudrasena III (348-378 AD) as Mahakshatrap, Indo-Sakas in Western India. Bust of Rudrasena III right, with corrupted Greek legend (Indo-Greek style), date off flan / Three-arched hill or Chaitya, with river, crescent and sun, within legend in Brahmi Rajna Mahaksatrapasa Svami Rudradamaputrasa Rajna Mahaksatrapasa Svami Rudrasenasa.
Indo-Sakas in Western India, silver drachm, Rudrasena II (255-278 AD) - Indo-Sakas in Western India, silver drachm, Rudrasena II (255-278 AD) as Mahakshatrap. Bust of Rudrasena II right, with corrupted Greek legend (Indo-Greek style) / Three-arched hill or Chaitya, with river, crescent and sun, within legend in Brahmi Rajna ksatrapasa Viradamaputrasa Rajno mahaksatrapasa Rudrasenasa.
Rare w/complete date! Silver drachm, Visvasimha (275-282 AD), 276 AD, W. India - Indo-Sakas in Western India, silver drachm, Visvasimha (ca.275-282 AD) as Kshatrap, 198 SE / 276 AD - rare with a complete date! Bust of Visvasimha, with corrupted Greek legend (Indo-Greek style) / Three-arched hill or Chaitya, with river, crescent and sun, within legend in Brahmi Rajno Mahaksatrapasa Rudrasenaputrasa Rajna Ksatrapasa Visvasihasa.
AD 152-192 KUSHAN Empire India King Riding Elephant Coin Pendant - Item: AD 152-192 KUSHAN Empire India King Riding Elephant Gold Filled Wire Wrapped Coin Pendant. Beautiful detail to this coin! Info On: (taken from Wildwinds website) Huvishka, Kushan Kingdom. 152-192 AD.
Indo-Sakas in Western India, silver drachm, Bhartrdaman (277-295 AD), 288 AD - "Studies in the Coinage of Western Kshatrapas" #667-668; Senior ISCH 356.31. They were contemporaneous with the Kushans who ruled the northern part of the Indian subcontinent, and the Satavahana (Andhra) who ruled in Central India.
Indo-Sakas in Western India, silver drachm, Bhartrdaman (277-295 AD) - Bust of Bhartrdaman right, with corrupted Greek legend (Indo-Greek style / Three-arched hill or Chaitya, with river, crescent and sun, within legend in Brahmi Rajno Mahaksatrapasa Rudrasenaputrasa Rajnah Mahaksatrapasa Bhartrdamna. ).
Maitrakas of Valabhi, silver drachm, (470-800AD), India - Anonymous silver drachm (470 - 800 AD), Kingdom of the Maitrakas of Valabhi. Early issue, rare as such. Bust of king right / Trident with curved prongs and side-arm. Corrupt Brahmi legend. Successors of Guptas.
Rare dinheiro Joao III (1521-1557), Melaka mint, Portuguese India - Cross of the order of Christ, I-S/M-A within the cross / Armillary sphere with an ecliptic band falling from upper left corner to the lower right corner. Saran Singh #J3.12; Vaz. The Portuguese were the first to arrive in India in 1498.
Rare dinheiro with a ship, Sebastian (1554-1578), Portuguese India - The Portuguese were the first to arrive in India in 1498. The first successful voyage to India was by Vasco da Gama in 1498, when he arrived in Calicut, Kerala. He proceeded to Goa. The Portuguese captured the entire coastal territory along India's western and eastern coasts as well as the island of Sri Lanka in the early 16th century.
Rare tin dinheiro of Sebastian (1554-1578), Portuguese India - The Portuguese were the first to arrive in India in 1498. The first successful voyage to India was by Vasco da Gama in 1498, when he arrived in Calicut, Kerala. He proceeded to Goa. The Portuguese captured the entire coastal territory along India's western and eastern coasts as well as the island of Sri Lanka in the early 16th century.
Rare dinheiro of Sebastian (1554-1578), Portuguese India - The Portuguese were the first to arrive in India in 1498. The first successful voyage to India was by Vasco da Gama in 1498, when he arrived in Calicut, Kerala. He proceeded to Goa. The Portuguese captured the entire coastal territory along India's western and eastern coasts as well as the island of Sri Lanka in the early 16th century.
Rare dinheiro with a ship, Sebastian (1554-1578), Portuguese India - The Portuguese were the first to arrive in India in 1498. The first successful voyage to India was by Vasco da Gama in 1498, when he arrived in Calicut, Kerala. He proceeded to Goa. The Portuguese captured the entire coastal territory along India's western and eastern coasts as well as the island of Sri Lanka in the early 16th century.
Rare tin dinheiro, Joao III (1521-1557), Lisbon mint for Melaka, Portuguese Indi - Cross, IOA:III:PORT:ET:AI+ / Astrolabe. Good condition for these! Sim J3.07; "Indo-Portuguese Money" J3.04. The Portuguese were the first to arrive in India in 1498. The first successful voyage to India was by Vasco da Gama in 1498, when he arrived in Calicut, Kerala.
Silver drachm, Bhartrdaman (277-295 AD) as Mahakshatrap, 290 AD, Western India - Indo-Sakas in Western India, silver drachm, Bhartrdaman (277-295 AD) as Mahakshatrap (282-295 AD), 290 AD. They were contemporaneous with the Kushans who ruled the northern part of the Indian subcontinent, and the Satavahana (Andhra) who ruled in Central India.
Nice billon square 4 ghani of Qutb ud-Din Mubarak (1316-1320AD), Delhi Sultanate - The Delhi Sultanate, or Sulthanath-e-Hind/Sulthanath-e-Dilli refers to the various dynasties that ruled in India from 1210 to 1526. Several Turko-Afghan dynasties ruled from Delhi: the Slave dynasty (1206-90), the Khilji dynasty (1290-1320), the Tughluq dynasty (1320-1413), the Sayyid dynasty (1414-51), and the Lodi (1451-1526).
Bronze 2/3 ghani of Murtada Nizam Shah III (1600-1610), Ahmadnagar, India - Bronze 2/3 ghani of Burhan Nizam Shah III (1610-1637), Ahmadnagar Sultanate, India. Ahmadnagar Sultanate rose from the ashes of the Bahmani Sultanate and maintained independence from 1490 AD until conquered by the Mughals in 1636 AD.
Bronze half falus of Sultan Mahmud Shah II (1510-1531 AD), Malwa - Malwa is a region of central India. It lies at the headwaters of the Chambal River. Ujjain is the ancient center of the region, and Indore is presently the largest city. mahmud shah al-khalji bin nasir shah / al-sultan bin al-sultan.
AR drachm, Damajadasri III (250-255 AD) as Mahakshatrap, Indo-Sakas in W. India - Silver drachm, Damajadasri III (250-255 AD) as Mahakshatrap, Indo-Scythians in Western India. Bust of Damajadasri III right, with corrupted Greek legend (Indo-Greek style) / Three-arched hill or Chaitya, with river, crescent and sun, within legend in Brahmi Rajno Mahaksatrapasa Damasenaputrasa Rajna Mahaksatrapasa Damajadasriya.
Indo-Sakas in Western India, silver drachm, Bhartrdaman (277-295 AD) - Bust of Bhartrdaman right, with corrupted Greek legend (Indo-Greek style) / Three-arched hill or Chaitya, with river, crescent and sun, within legend in Brahmi Rajno Mahaksatrapasa Rudrasenaputrasa Rajnah Ksatrapasa Bhartrdamna.
AR drachm of Vijayasena (238 - 250 AD) , Western Satraps in India - Silver drachm of Vijayasena (238 - 250 AD) [as Mahaksatrap: 239 and later], India. "Studies in the Coinage of Western Kshatrapas" #517. They were contemporaneous with the Kushans who ruled the northern part of the Indian subcontinent, and the Satavahana (Andhra) who ruled in Central India.
Silver drachm, Vijayasena (238-250AD) as Mahakshatrap, 246 AD, Indo-Sakas, India - "Studies in the Coinage of Western Kshatrapas" #517. Mahakshatrap, 246 AD, Indo-Sakas in Western India. They were contemporaneous with the Kushans who ruled the northern part of the Indian subcontinent, and the Satavahana (Andhra) who ruled in Central India.
Silver drachm (13 mm) of Bhartrdaman (278-295 AD), Western Satraps in India - Bust of Bhartrdaman right, with corrupted Greek legend (Indo-Greek style / Three-arched hill or Chaitya, with river, crescent and sun, within legend in Brahmi Rajno Mahaksatrapasa Rudrasenaputrasa Rajnah Mahaksatrapasa Bhartrdamna, "Studies in the Coinage of Western Kshatrapas" #667-668; Senior ISCH 356.31. ).
Anonymous AR drachm, Pratihara-Pala 780-980 AD, N.India - Anonymous silver drachm, Pratihara-Pala supremacy (780-980 AD), North India. The coin is MUCH nicer than these usually are. The head of Khushrau on obverse is exceptionally clear - the cheek, the nose and the crown are very clear.
Silver drachm, VISVASENA (292 - 304 AD) as Kshatrap, 300 AD, Indo-Sakas, W.India - Indo-Sakas in Western India, silver drachm of VISVASENA (292 - 304 AD) as Kshatrap, 300 AD. They were contemporaneous with the Kushans who ruled the northern part of the Indian subcontinent, and the Satavahana (Andhra) who ruled in Central India.
Silver drachm, Bhartrdaman (277-295 AD) as Mahakshatrap, 288 AD, Western India - Indo-Sakas in Western India, silver drachm, Bhartrdaman (277-295 AD) as Mahakshatrap, 288 AD. "Studies in the Coinage of Western Kshatrapas" #667-668; Senior ISCH 356.31. They were contemporaneous with the Kushans who ruled the northern part of the Indian subcontinent, and the Satavahana (Andhra) who ruled in Central India.
Silver drachm of Rudrasena II (255-278 AD) as Mahakshatrap, India - Indo-Sakas in Western India, silver drachm, Rudrasena II (255-278 AD) as Mahakshatrap. Bust of Rudrasena II right, with corrupted Greek legend (Indo-Greek style) / Three-arched hill or Chaitya, with river, crescent and sun, within legend in Brahmi Rajna ksatrapasa Viradamaputrasa Rajno mahaksatrapasa Rudrasenasa.
Silver drachm, Rudrasena II, 255-278 AD, Western India - Indo-Sakas in Western India, silver drachm, Rudrasena II (255-278 AD) as Mahakshatrap. Bust of Rudrasena IV right, with corrupted Greek legend (Indo-Greek style) / Three-arched hill or Chaitya, with river, crescent and sun, within legend in Brahmi Rajna ksatrapasa Viradamaputrasa Rajno mahaksatrapasa Rudrasenasa.
W. India, AR drachm, Visvasena (292-304 AD) as Kshatrap - Indo-Sakas in Western India, silver drachm of VISVASENA (292 - 304 AD) as Kshatrap. Bust of Visvasena right, with corrupted Greek legend (Indo-Greek style) / Three-arched hill or Chaitya, with river, crescent and sun, within legend in Brahmi Rajno Mahaksatrapasa Bhartrdamaputrasa Rajno Ksatrapasa Visvasenasa.
Nice bronze falus of Akbar (1556-1605), Malwa, Mughal Empire - Scarce bronze falus of Akbar (1556-1605), Malwa issue, Mughal Empire. Malwa is a region of central India. It lies at the headwaters of the Chambal River. Ujjain is the ancient center of the region, and Indore is presently the largest city.
Bronze half falus of Mahmud Shah II (1510-1531 AD), Malwa, India - Scarce bronze half falus of Mahmud Shah II (1510-1531 AD), Malwa issue, India. Malwa is a region of central India. It lies at the headwaters of the Chambal River. Ujjain is the ancient center of the region, and Indore is presently the largest city.
Bronze quarter falus of Sultan Ghiyath Shah (1469-1500 AD), Malwa - Ghiyath khlji shah / al-sultan bin al-sultan. Malwa is a region of central India. It lies at the headwaters of the Chambal River. Ujjain is the ancient center of the region, and Indore is presently the largest city.
Anonymous silver drachm, Pratihara-Pala (780-980 AD), North India - Anonymous silver drachm, Pratihara-Pala supremacy (780-980 AD), North India. The coin is MUCH nicer than these usually are. The head of Khushrau on obverse is exceptionally clear - the cheek, the nose and the crown are very clear.
Silver drachm of Rudrasena II (255-278 AD) as Mahakshatrapa, Western India - Silver drachm, Rudrasena II (255-278 AD) as Mahakshatrap, Indo-Scythians in Western India. Bust of Rudrasena II right, with corrupted Greek legend (Indo-Greek style) / Three-arched hill or Chaitya, with river, crescent and sun, within legend in Brahmi Rajna ksatrapasa Viradamaputrasa Rajno mahaksatrapasa Rudrasenasa.
Rare dinheiro with/ship, Sebastian (1554-1578), Portuguese India - The Portuguese were the first to arrive in India in 1498. The first successful voyage to India was by Vasco da Gama in 1498, when he arrived in Calicut, Kerala. He proceeded to Goa. The Portuguese captured the entire coastal territory along India's western and eastern coasts as well as the island of Sri Lanka in the early 16th century.
Bronze quarter falus of Sultan Mahmud Shah II (1510-1531 AD), Malwa, India - Malwa is a region of central India. It lies at the headwaters of the Chambal River. Ujjain is the ancient center of the region, and Indore is presently the largest city. mahmud shah al-khalji bin nasir shah / al-sultan bin al-sultan.
Billon jital of Shams-ud-din Iltutmish (1210-1235), Sultanate of Delhi, India - Shams-ud-din Iltutmish (1210–1236) was the third ruler of the Mamluk dynasty of Delhi of Turkic origin. Horseman left, holding standard, Sri Hamira in Nagari / Bull standing left, arabic number "1" on the bull, Suritana Sri Samasadina in Nagari around.
Bronze stater of Queen Didda Rani (979-1003AD), Kashmir, North India - Enthroned Ardoxsho facing; Nagari legend: "Shri-Didda" / Queen standing. Scarce and nice. Very attractive. Mitchiner NIS 177-178. These remarkable and attractive coins are the descendants of the gold and silver Kushan staters, and have a distinction of being the longest-minted issue in history - the Goddess/King design remained virtually unchanged in the 1300+ years history of this issue.
Rare and unpublished! Damma of Mohamed III (after 861/864 AD? ), Multan, India#2 - Rare and unpublished!, pre-Habbarid Multan, Ancient India. These coins among the first Islamic coins in India! Obverse: Sharada legend (Sri Mihira Deva - “Honoured God Mihira”). Reverse: Stylised fire altar of three dots, stylized Sharada “Sri”.
Rare and unpublished! Silver damma of Shibl (840-861/864 AD), Multan, India-#2 - Obverse: Sharada legend जयंत राज – (Sri Jayaṃta Rāja standing for Sri Jayanta Raja - “Sri Victorious Raja”). Reverse: Stylised fire altar of three dots, Shibl (ca.840-861/864 AD) stylized Sharada “Sri” above, ‘Ta’ to left and ‘Pa’ to right, Arabic ﻞﯿﺳ (Lillah Shibl – “Shibl in God”) below, altar base below.
Rare and unpublished! Silver damma of Shibl (840-861/864 AD), Multan, India-#1 - Obverse: Sharada legend जयंत राज – (Sri Jayaṃta Rāja standing for Sri Jayanta Raja - “Sri Victorious Raja”). Reverse: Stylised fire altar of three dots, Shibl (ca.840-861/864 AD) stylized Sharada “Sri” above, ‘Ta’ to left and ‘Pa’ to right, Arabic ﻞﯿﺳ (Lillah Shibl – “Shibl in God”) below, altar base below.
Rare silver drachm of King Kumaragupta I (414-455 AD), 'Makugupta', Gupta Empire - (It is a rare coin because on reverse legend instead Kumaragupta wrote Makugupta. AD), 'Makugupta', Gupta Empire. Bust of king, right / Formalized Garuda standing facing with spread wings. The early Gupta drachmas were derived from the earlier coins of Kshatrapas (obverse was practically unchanged, while the mountain on reverse was replaced with the image of Garuda).
Silver kori, Desalji II (1819-1860), Kutch, India Info - Silver kori, Kutch State, Desalji II (1819-1860), 2nd issue, India. Second series. The frozen date AH1234 on this series is the accession date of Desalji II. Attribution: KM53.
Antique Sherawali Mata Goddess of Power Good Luck Hindu Temple Token Coin T105 - There's Portrait of Goddess Durga riding on Lion (Goddess of Power) and it says Sherawali Mata (Mother Goddess owner of Lions) on one side and Mata Pindi legends with wording written Hindi Jai Mata di (Hail tMother Goddess) on other side of this coin.
Scarce tin dinheiro of Sebastian (1554-1578), Portuguese India - The Portuguese were the first to arrive in India in 1498. The first successful voyage to India was by Vasco da Gama in 1498, when he arrived in Calicut, Kerala. He proceeded to Goa. The Portuguese captured the entire coastal territory along India's western and eastern coasts as well as the island of Sri Lanka in the early 16th century.
medieval india coin - Malwa is a region of central India. It lies at the headwaters of the Chambal River. Ujjain is the ancient center of the region, and Indore is presently the largest city. Date off flan (struck ca.990-1000 AH), Ujjain mint.
Rare and unpublished! Silver damma of Al-Rabi’ ( 800 AD?), Multan, India - Rare and unpublished! Damma of Al-Rabi’ (earlier 800’s AD?)., Multan, Ancient India. These coins among the first Islamic coins in India! Size: 12 mm, 0.52 grams, silver. Obverse: Heavily stylized head facing left within dotted border, Nagari letter “Ra” on forehead.
Rare and unpublished! Damma of Mohamed III (after 861/864 AD? ), Multan, India - Rare and unpublished!, Multan, Ancient India. These coins among the first Islamic coins in India! Obverse: Sharada legend (Sri Mihira Deva - “Honoured God Mihira”) / Reverse: Stylised fire altar of three dots, stylized Sharada “Sri”.
Billon damma of Ahmad, Amirs of Sindh, early 11th c. AD Info - Silver damma of Ahmad, Amirs of Sindh, early 11th c. AD. The rulers of Multan are usually known as Amirs of Sind or Habbarids. Very little is known about them apart from there coin which are given below.
Bronze half falus of Nasir Shah (1500-1510 AD), Malwa issue, Mughal Empire - Malwa is a region of central India. It lies at the headwaters of the Chambal River. Ujjain is the ancient center of the region, and Indore is presently the largest city. nasir shah al-khalji bin ghiyath shah / al-sultan bin al-sultan.
Silver square 8 ghani of Mubarak (1316-1320 AD), 719 AH / 1319 AD, Delhi, India - Silver square 8 ghani of Mubarak (1316-1320 AD), 719 AH / 1319 AD, Delhi Sultanate, India. Arabic legends on both sides: Qutb al-dunya wal din in margins, abu'l muzaffar khalifat allah within a square / Mubarakshah al-sultan ibn al-sultan.
Anonymous AR drachm, Pratihara-Pala (780-980 AD), North India - Anonymous silver drachm, Pratihara-Pala supremacy (780-980 AD), North India. The coin is MUCH nicer than these usually are. The head of Khushrau on obverse is exceptionally clear - the cheek, the nose and the crown are very clear.
Rare AR drachm of Bhartrdaman (278-295 AD), Western Satraps, India - Western Kshatrapas - Rare silver drachm of Bhartrdaman as Mahakshatrap (278-295 AD). Bust of Bhartrdaman right, with corrupted Greek legend (Indo-Greek style) / Three-arched hill or Chaitya, with river, crescent and sun, within legend in Brahmi Rajno Mahaksatrapasa Rudrasenaputrasa Rajna Mahaksatrapasa Bhartrdamna.
Rare and unpublished! Silver damma of Shibl (840-861/864 AD), Multan, India - Obverse: Sharada legend जयंत राज – (Sri Jayaṃta Rāja standing for Sri Jayanta Raja - “Sri Victorious Raja”) / Reverse: Stylized fire altar of three dots, Shibl (ca.840-861/864 AD) stylized Sharada “Sri” above, ‘Ta’ to left and ‘Pa’ to right, Arabic ﻞﯿﺳ (Lillah Shibl – “Shibl in God”) below, altar base below.
Antique Nazar Shield Token Lakshmi Ganesh Good Luck Hindu Temple Token Coin T98 - Coin Ref: T98. There's Portrait of Goddess Lakshmi (Goddess of Fortune and Wealth) and Lord Ganesh ji (God of New Beginnings) on one side and all Hindu Good Luck legends on other side of this coin. These coins are also used for Evil Eye Protection or Nazar shield.
Antique Evil Eye Protection Lakshmi Ganesh Good Luck Hindu Temple Token Coin T97 - Coin Ref: T97. There's Portrait of Goddess Lakshmi (Goddess of Fortune and Wealth) and Lord Ganesh ji (God of New Beginnings) on one side and. Good Luck Hindu Sikh Temple Token Coin - Nice Gift. on other side of this coin there's Hindu Om and Shiri Legends with wording Shub Labh (Good Luck) in Hindi.
Antique Laxmi Mantra Evil Eye Protection Good Luck Hindu Temple Token Coin T93 - Coin Ref: T93. Good Luck Hindu Sikh Temple Token Coin - Nice Gift. with Mantra Om Mahalaksmi Namah written near feet of Laksmi ji and Ganesh Ji on other side there's Shiri, Om and Swastika Legend. These coins are also used for Evil Eye Protection or Nazar shield.
Antique Evile Eye Protection Nazar Shield Good Luck Hindu Temple Token Coin T91 - Coin Ref: T91. These coins are also used for Evil Eye Protection or Nazar shield. Good Luck Hindu Sikh Temple Token Coin - Nice Gift. There's Portrait of Goddess Lakshmi (Goddess of Fortune and Wealth) and Lord Ganesh ji (God of New Beginnings) on one side and on other side.
Antique Brass Om Vibes Nazar Evil Eye Shield Lucky Hindu Temple Token Coin T90 - These coins are also used for Evil Eye Protection or Nazar shield. Coin Ref: T90. there's Om Legend with vibes. Coin as shown in photos. Good Luck Hindu Sikh Temple Token Coin - Nice Gift. Front and back side of the coin is as shown in the photos.
Antique Brass Om Shiri Swastika Laxmi Ganesh Luck Hindu Temple Token Coin T89 - Good Luck Om Shiri Swastika Lakshmi Ganesh Ji Hindu Good Luck Old Temple Token Coin. Good Luck Hindu Sikh Temple Token Coin - Nice Gift. Front and back side of the coin is as shown in the photos. The coin you will see is the coin you will receive.
Antique Brass Evil Eye Nazar Shield Om Sri Good Luck Hindu Temple Token Coin T88 - Coin Ref: T88. These coins are also used for Evil Eye Protection or Nazar shield. Good Luck Hindu Sikh Temple Token Coin - Nice Gift. there's Om and Shiri Legends. Coin as shown in photos. There's Portrait of Goddess Lakshmi (Goddess of Fortune and Wealth) and Lord Ganesh ji (God of New Beginnings) on one side and on other side.
Antique Brass Evil Eye Nazar Shield Shiri Good Luck Hindu Temple Token Coin T87 - There's Shiri Legend. Coin as shown in photos. These coins are also used for Evil Eye Protection or Nazar shield. Good Luck Hindu Sikh Temple Token Coin - Nice Gift. There's Portrait of Goddess Lakshmi (Goddess of Fortune and Wealth) and Lord Ganesh ji (God of New Beginnings) on one side and on other side.
Nazar Protection Evil Eye Shield Antique Brass Luck Hindu Temple Token Coin T84 - These coins are also used for Evil Eye Protection or Nazar shield. Good Luck Hindu Sikh Temple Token Coin - Nice Gift. There's Portrait of Goddess Lakshmi (Goddess of Fortune and Wealth) and Lord Ganesh ji (God of New Beginnings) on one side and on other side.
Evil Eye Nazar Protection Shield Antique Good Luck Hindu Temple Token Coin T83 - Coin Ref: T83. These coins are also used for Evil Eye Protection or Nazar shield. Good Luck Hindu Sikh Temple Token Coin - Nice Gift. There's Portrait of Goddess Lakshmi (Goddess of Fortune and Wealth) and Lord Ganesh ji (God of New Beginnings) on one side and on other side.
Antique Evil Eye Nazar Shield Talisman Good Luck Om Hindu Temple Token Coin T82 - Coin Ref: T82. These coins are also used for Evil Eye Protection or Nazar shield. Good Luck Hindu Sikh Temple Token Coin - Nice Gift. there's Vibrant Om Legend. Coin as shown in photos. There's Portrait of Goddess Lakshmi (Goddess of Fortune and Wealth) and Lord Ganesh ji (God of New Beginnings) on one side and on other side.
Antique Eviel Eye Protection Nazar Shield Good Luck Hindu Temple Token Coin T81 - Coin Ref: T81. These coins are also used for Evil Eye Protection or Nazar shield. Good Luck Hindu Sikh Temple Token Coin - Nice Gift. there's Vibrant Hindu Legends Om, Shiri, Swastika, Good Luck Pot, Goddess Paduka and wording Shubh Labh.
Antique Monkey God Evil Eye Nazar Shield Good Luck Hindu Temple Token Coin T80 - These coins are also used for Evil Eye Protection or Nazar shield. Coin Ref: T80. Good Luck Hindu Sikh Temple Token Coin - Nice Gift. There's Portrait of Monkey God with weighing scale with wording in Hindi Such Bolo Such Tolo (Speak Truth and Weigh Truthfully) on one dide of this coin.
Silver drachm of Bhartrdaman (277-295 AD) as Mahakshatrap (282-295 AD), 285 AD - Indo-Sakas in Western India, silver drachm, Bhartrdaman (277-295 AD) as Mahakshatrap (282-295 AD), 285 AD. They were contemporaneous with the Kushans who ruled the northern part of the Indian subcontinent, and the Satavahana (Andhra) who ruled in Central India.
Silver drachm, VISVASENA (292 - 304AD) as Kshatrap, Indo-Sakas in Western India - Indo-Sakas in Western India, silver drachm of VISVASENA (292 - 304 AD) as Kshatrapa. They were contemporaneous with the Kushans who ruled the northern part of the Indian subcontinent, and the Satavahana (Andhra) who ruled in Central India.
Rare and unpublished! Silver damma of Al-Rabi’ ( 800 AD?), Multan, India - #1 - Rare and unpublished! Dirham of Al-Rabi’ (earlier 800’s AD?)., pre-Habbarid Multan, Ancient India. These coins among the first Islamic coins in India! Reverse: Stylised fire altar of three dots above a base, stylised Sharada ‘Sri’ above, ‘Ta’ to left and ‘Pa’ to right, Arabic Lillah al-Rabi’ - “al-Rabi’ in God” below.
Scarce bronze falus of Akbar (1556-1605 AD), Malwa issue, Mughal Empire - Malwa is a region of central India. It lies at the headwaters of the Chambal River. Ujjain is the ancient center of the region, and Indore is presently the largest city. Date off flan (struck ca.990-1000 AH), Ujjain mint.
Extremely rare and unpublished! 6-mashakas 'Vidarbha' series, 450-350 BC, India - Silver 6-mashakas from 'Vidarbha' series, ca.450-350 BC, Ancient India. Archaic silver 6 masha punchmarked coin of the 'Vidarbha' series of 'ABCD' (four different punches) type, c. 450-350 BC- 'taurine' with minor symbols, four-petal flower with circles in between, elephant to right, pair of bulls yoked to a plough.
Bronze half falus of Mahmud Shah II (1510-1531 AD), Malwa, India - SG- M176 - Scarce bronze quarter falus of Mahmud Shah II (1510-1531 AD), Malwa issue, Mughal Empire. Malwa is a region of central India. It lies at the headwaters of the Chambal River. Ujjain is the ancient center of the region, and Indore is presently the largest city.
Bronze half falus of Sultan Ghiyath Shah (1469-1500 AD), Malwa, India - Ghiyath khalji shah / al-sultan bin al-sultan. Malwa is a region of central India. It lies at the headwaters of the Chambal River. Ujjain is the ancient center of the region, and Indore is presently the largest city.
India, Hindu Shahis. Samanta & Vekka Deva AE Jitals, Kabul mint, AD 750-900. - Jital - "Bronze" - Vakka Deva - Shahis of Ohind - 750-1000 AD Photo. Jital - Samanta Deva - Shahi of Ohind - 850-1000 AD (Ohind Mint) Photo. Issuer Kabul Shahi Dynasties (Northern Dynasties). Designs of Hindu Shahi Kings, elephant / bull AE.
603GG3Y) Sasanian Kingdom, Kavad I 2nd Reign AD 499-531. AR Drachm, 4.09 Grm XF - (603GG3Y) Sasanian Kingdom, Kavad I 2nd Reign AD 499-531. AR Drachm, 4.09 Grms, 28 mm, ST (Stakhr) mint, year 35, Obverse: Draped bust to right, wearing mural crown with korymbos set on crescent. SNS Type Ib/1a, Zeno # 95189; XF toned.
AE drachm of Kamnaskires VI of Elymais, aka Elam. Bearded bust reverse. - AE drachm of Kamnaskires VI of Elymais. These coins of Elymais are both cheap and interesting, an excellent combination for a collector. Obverse: Bearded bust left wearing torque and diadem, pellet in crescent at top right, anchor with two cross-bars to right, small crescent above anchor.
Parthia Coin Very Tinny - Parthia Coin Very Tinny . Dispatched with Royal Mail 1st Class Large Letter.
623KR3Y) HUNNIC TRIBES, Nezak Huns. ‘Napki Malka’. Circa AD 515-560. AE Drachm - (623KR3Y) HUNNIC TRIBES, Nezak Huns. ‘Napki Malka’. Circa AD 515-560. AE Drachm (26 mm, 2.98 g). Kabul mint. aVF, traces of silvering. 6) Attributions: Except for bargains and group lots, all coins sold fully attributed and catalogued from at least 1-2 sources and/or major collections whenever possible.
858MB3Y) KIDARITE: Vinayaditya, 7th/8th century, debased AV dinar (7.73g), VF - (858MB3Y) KIDARITE: Vinayaditya, 7th/8th century, debased AV dinar (7.73g), Mitch-3656-60, Cribb-32 (Numismatic Digest, vol. 40, pp. 86-112), highly stylized king standing left // abstract Ardoksho seated facing, sri vinaya / ditya in Brahmi, bold strike, VF.
India Bengal Sultan Ala al din Hussain Tanka AH899-925 Hussainabad NICE GRADE - U WILL GET WHAT U SEE IN THE PICS THERE MAY BE LITTLE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN ACTUAL ITEM WITH THE PICS BCZ OF CONTRAST THANK U FOR UR UNDERSTANDING I WILL SHIP ALL THE ITEM ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD BY REGISTERED AIR MAIL UNLESS REQUESTED OTHERWISE. IF U HAVE ANY ISSUE AFTER RECEIVING THE ITEM PLZ CONTACT ME BEFORE MAKING ANY CLAIM OR LEAVING NEGATIVE FEEDBACK,I ASSURE U THAT ANY ISSUE WILL BE SOLVED AMICABLY. THANK U VERY MUCH FOR UR PATIENCE GOOD LUCK.
29RM3Z) Sasanian Kingdom, Kavad I 2nd Reign, AD 499-531, AR Drachm, 3.98 Grms, - (29RM3Z) Sasanian Kingdom, Kavad I 2nd Reign, AD 499-531, AR Drachm, 3.98 Grms, 29 mm, AW (Ohrmazd-Ardaxšīr) mint. Date partly unreadable. SNS type Ic/1a; Sunrise –. 6) Attributions: Except for bargains and group lots, all coins sold fully attributed and catalogued from at least 1-2 sources and/or major collections whenever possible.
869FG3Y) Sasanian Kingdom, Kavad I AR Drachm 4.00 Grms, 28 mm, Second reign, - (869FG3Y) Sasanian Kingdom, Kavad I AR Drachm 4.00 Grms, 28 mm, Second reign, AD 499-531. HL(Herat?). mint, RY 35 = AD 523. Obverse: Draped bust to right, wearing mural crown with frontal crescent and korymbos set on crescent.
The Parthian Kingdom, Artabanos Iv (Circa 10-38 A.d). Silver Drachm. - THE PARTHIAN KINGDOM, ARTABANOS IV (CIRCA 10-38 A.D). SILVER DRACHM. Obverse. Bust of the king left. Reverse. Archer seated right,. Weight: 3.52 grams. Diameter: 21mm. Collection ink number (21) on edge.(Thank you for viewing the coin. All our coins and artefacts are guaranteed to be genuine and authentic. We've been dealing in coins and antiquities for over 40 years. Questions about the coin are always welcome. Kind Regards, Ancient17).
[#1177410] Coin, Sasanian Kings, Hormizd IV, Drachm, 579-590, WYHC, EF(40-45), S - Coin, Sasanian Kings, Hormizd IV, Drachm, 579-590, WYHC, EF(40-45), Silver. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
Vichy Capital Soleil Sun Protection Water SPF50 200ml - Do not overexpose babies and children to the sun and protect them with a hat, goggles and T-shirt. The formula is enriched with beta-carotene, a tanning booster. Indication :Face and body sun protection.
751CH3Z) India, Shahis, circa AD 870-875, AR Jital. 2.92 grm, 18.5 mm, XF - (751CH3Z) India, Shahis, circa AD 870-875, AR Jital. 2.92 grm, 18.5 mm, circa AD 870-875, Bull left / Horseman right types of Khudarayaka, (Tye 23). XF, Superbly Toned;. 6) Attributions: Except for bargains and group lots, all coins sold fully attributed and catalogued from at least 1-2 sources and/or major collections whenever possible.
Arab-Sasanian. Tabaristan. (8Th Century A.d). Silver Hemidrachm. - ARAB-SASANIAN. TABARISTAN. (8TH CENTURY A.D). SILVER HEMIDRACHM. Diameter: 24mm.(Thank you for viewing the coin. All my coins are guaranteed to be genuine and authentic. I’ve been dealing in coins and antiquities for over 40 years and collecting for over 50 years. Questions about the coin are always welcome. Kind Regards, Ancient17). SAS 1
ANCIENT INDIA - YAUDHEYA - 3rd Century Tetradrachm - Standard Coinage - Rev: Female goddess standing left with hand on hip, Flower Vase and Reverse Nandipada in field. The Yaudheyas were a powerful tribe in north India, living in the area between the Indus and the Ganges rivers.
ANCIENT INDIA - YAUDHEYA - 3rd Century Tetradrachm - Standard Coinage - Rev: Female goddess standing left with hand on hip, Flower Vase and Reverse Nandipada in field. The Yaudheyas were a powerful tribe in north India, living in the area between the Indus and the Ganges rivers.
ANCIENT INDIA - YAUDHEYA - 3rd Century Tetradrachm - Standard Coinage - Rev: Female goddess standing left with hand on hip, Flower Vase and Reverse Nandipada in field. The Yaudheyas were a powerful tribe in north India, living in the area between the Indus and the Ganges rivers.
ANCIENT INDIA - YAUDHEYA - 3rd Century Tetradrachm - Standard Coinage - Rev: Female goddess standing left with hand on hip, Flower Vase and Reverse Nandipada in field. The Yaudheyas were a powerful tribe in north India, living in the area between the Indus and the Ganges rivers.
Antique Copper Shivji Half Anna Good Luck British Hindu Temple Token Coin T67 - Antique Copper 1842 Shivji Half Anna Good Luck Hindu Temple Token Coin. Good Luck Hindu Sikh Temple Token Coin - Nice Gift - - People usually keep these Token coins in their pockets for Good Luck or Evil Eye Protection/Nazar Shield.
Sri Lanka. Period Of The Chola Invasion (Circa 990-1070 A.d). Gold Kahavanu. - SRI LANKA. PERIOD OF THE CHOLA INVASION (CIRCA 990-1070 A.D). GOLD KAHAVANU. Obverse. King seated right. Reverse. Vishnu. Weight: 4.33 grams. Diameter: 21mm. Attractive example. (Thank you for viewing the coin. All our coins are guaranteed to be genuine and authentic. We've been dealing in coins and antiquities for over 40 years. Questions about the coin are always welcome. Kind Regards, Ancient17).
I14-30 Shahi Kings AR Drachm, "Spalapati Deva" Bull/Horseman. Tye 5 - "Spalapati Deva" coins are the earliest Shah bull & horseman coins, pre-dating the "Samanta Deva" bull and horseman coins. Spalapati Deva coins are much scarcer than the Samanta Deva coins. "Spalapati Deva" Bull / Horseman.
ANCIENT INDIA - YAUDHEYA 3rd Century Tetradrachm - Standard Coinage - The Yaudheyas were a powerful tribe in north India, living in the area between the Indus and the Ganges. This coin closely resembles Mitchiner ACW #4715 and is generally in VF condition, the obverse being particularly clear.
ANCIENT INDIA - YAUDHEYA 3rd Century Tetradrachm - Standard Coinage - Rev: Female goddess standing left with hand on hip, feet just above border. The Yaudheyas were a powerful tribe in north India, living in the area between the Indus and the Ganges. This coin closely resembles Mitchiner ACW #4715 and is generally in VF condition, the obverse being.
Sasanian Kingdom. (Circa 6Th-7Th Century A.d). Silver Drachm. Pierced. - SASANIAN KINGDOM. (CIRCA 6TH-7TH CENTURY A.D). SILVER DRACHM. Obverse. Bust of the king right. Reverse. Fire altar with attendants. Diameter: 27mm. Pierced.(Thank you for viewing the coin. All my coins are guaranteed to be genuine and authentic. I’ve been dealing in coins and antiquities for over 40 years and collecting for over 50 years. Questions about the coin are always welcome. Kind Regards, Ancient17). Cab 2.
Sasanian Kingdom. (Circa 6Th-7Th Century A.d). Silver Drachm. - SASANIAN KINGDOM. (CIRCA 6TH-7TH CENTURY A.D). SILVER DRACHM. Obverse. Bust of the king right. Reverse. Fire altar with attendants. Diameter: 32mm.(Thank you for viewing the coin. All my coins are guaranteed to be genuine and authentic. I’ve been dealing in coins and antiquities for over 40 years and collecting for over 50 years. Questions about the coin are always welcome. Kind Regards, Ancient17). Cab 2.
Silver Plated Hindu Sri Om Goodess Lakshmi Good Luck Old Temple Token Coin T57 - Silver Plated Lakshmi Ganesh Om Shiri Hindu Good Luck Old Temple Token Coin. Good Luck Hindu Sikh Temple Token Coin - Nice Gift - People usually keep these Token coins in their pockets for Good Luck or Evil Eye Protection/Nazar Shield.
Silver Plated Hindu Sri Om Lakshmi Ganesh Good Luck Old Temple Token Coin T56 - Silver Plated Lakshmi Ganesh Om Hindu Good Luck Old Temple Token Coin. Good Luck Hindu Sikh Temple Token Coin - Nice Gift - People usually keep these Token coins in their pockets for Good Luck or Evil Eye Protection/Nazar Shield.
Silver Plated Hindu Sri Om Swastika Lakshmi Good Luck Old Temple Token Coin T55 - Silver Plated Lakshmi Ganesh Om Shiri Swastika Hindu Good Luck Old Temple Token Coin. Good Luck Hindu Sikh Temple Token Coin - Nice Gift - People usually keep these Token coins in their pockets for Good Luck or Evil Eye Protection/Nazar Shield.
Silver Plated Shivji Jai Baba Amarnath Hindu Good Luck Old Temple Token Coin T53 - There's Portrait of Lord Shiva with Cobra Snake and Trdient Trishul on one side of this coin and Hindu Legend Shivling, Trident Trishul on other side of this coin as shown in photos. There's writing on top of shivling in Hindi which says Jai Baba Amarnath Barfani.
Silver Plated Shivji Jai Baba Amarnath Hindu Good Luck Old Temple Token Coin T48 - There's Portrait of Lord Shiva with Cobra Snake and Trdient Trishul on one side of this coin and Hindu Legend Shivling, Trident Trishul on other side of this coin as shown in photos. There's writing on top of shivling in Hindi which says Jai Baba Amarnath Barfani.
Silver Plated Sri Om Swastika Lakshmi Hindu Good Luck Old Temple Token Coin T44 - There's Portrait of Lakshmi Ji (Goddess of wealth) and Lord Ganesh on one side of this coin and Hindu Legend Shiri, OM and Swastika on other side of this coin as shown in photos. Silver Plated Lakshmi Ganesh Hindu Good Luck Old Temple Token Coin.
Silver Plated Hindu Om Shera Wali Mata Lion Good Luck Old Temple Token Coin T35 - Silver Plated Shera Wali Mata riding on Lion Hindu Good Luck Old Temple Token Coin. There's Portrait of Mata Sherawali (Hindu Goddess of Power riding on a Lion with all weapons in her hands) on one side of this coin and Hindu Legend OM on other side of this coin as shown in photos.
Silver Plated Shiri Nepal Shubh Labh Hindu Good Luck Old Temple Token Coin T34 - There's Shiri Shiri Legends and One Rupee Nepal written on one side of this coin and Hindu Wealth Yantra for Good Luck on other side of this coin as shown in photos. Photos are for guidance only. Colour may slightly vary due to light condition/effects.
Silver Plated Om Mata Shera Wali Lion Hindu Good Luck Old Temple Token Coin T14 - There's Portrait of Mata Sherawali (Hindu Goddess of Power riding on a Lion with all weapons in her hands) on one side of this coin and Hindu Legend OM on other side of this coin as shown in photos. Silver Plated Mata Sherawali token coin.
Silver Plated Jai Mata Di Sherawali Maa Hindu Good Luck Old Temple Token Coin T8 - There's Portrait of Shera wali Mata (Hindu Goddess of Power riding on a Lion with all weapons in her hands) on one side of this coin and Hindu Legend Mata Pindis with words Jai Mata di written in Hindi on other side of this coin as shown in photos.
Silver Plated Jai Ma Sherawali Hindu Mata Good Luck Old Temple Token Coin T4 - There's Portrait of Shera Wali Mata (Goddess of Power) riding on Lion with all weapons in her hands - wording in Hindi says Jai Maa Sherawali on one side of this coin and Hindu Legend Pindis with wording Jai Mata di in Hindi on other side of this coin as shown in photos.
The Parthian Kingdom, Sinatruces (Circa 77-70 B.c). Silver Drachm. - THE PARTHIAN KINGDOM, SINATRUCES (CIRCA 77-70 B.C). SILVER DRACHM. Obverse. Bust of the king left. Reverse. Archer seated right. Weight: 4.02 grams. Diameter: 21mm.(Thank you for viewing the coin. All our coins and artefacts are guaranteed to be genuine and authentic. We've been dealing in coins and antiquities for over 40 years. Questions about the coin are always welcome. Kind Regards, Ancient17).
Ancient Ceylon Bull Coin,Early Anuradhapura Period 200-500AD,see Pic 5..Read Des - Ancient Early Anuradhapura Kingdom(Ceylon)Bull Facing Left Rectangular Type.200-500AD Rectangular type Coin, Copper Dispatched special delivery See the pics please Each Coin will be send in the protective plastic pocket Any for ask do not hesitate to contact me Tracking details for each item provided
INDIA - KUSHAN EMPIRE - Soter Megas - Ae Tetradrachm - Circa 55-105AD - Rabatak in Afghanistan which gives the lineage of the Kushan king Kanishka (Vima Taktu's grandson). Mitchiner ACW #2953-58. hard to read on this coin. the obverse and themounted king right on the reverse.
INDIA - KUSHAN EMPIRE - Soter Megas - Ae Tetradrachm - Circa 55-105AD - This coin has the "square" letter forms, but others have "rounded" letter forms. in Afghanistan which gives the lineage of the Kushan king Kanishka (Vima Taktu's grandson). Mitchiner ACW #2964 (m int uncertain).
INDIA - KUSHAN EMPIRE - Soter Megas - Ae Tetradrachm - Circa 55-105AD - And by the Greek letter forms used. This coin has the "square" letter forms, but others have "rounded" letter forms. Rabatak in Afghanistan which gives the lineage of the Kushan king Kanishka (Vima Taktu's grandson).
Sasanian Kingdom. Hormazd Iiii (579-590 A.d). Silver Drachm. - SASANIAN KINGDOM. HORMAZD IIII (579-590 A.D). SILVER DRACHM. Obverse. Bust of the king right. Reverse. Fire altar with attendants. Weight: 4.11 grams. Diameter: 32mm.(Thank you for viewing the coin. All my coins are guaranteed to be genuine and authentic. I’ve been dealing in coins and antiquities for over 40 years and collecting for over 50 years. Questions about the coin are always welcome. Kind Regards, Ancient17).
Bengal Sultan Tanka Ala Ud Din Hussain Shah Hussainabad AH899 scarce type - U WILL GET WHAT U SEE IN THE PICS THERE MAY BE LITTLE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN ACTUAL ITEM WITH THE PICS BCZ OF CONTRAST THANK U FOR UR UNDERSTANDING I WILL SHIP ALL THE ITEM ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD BY REGISTERED AIR MAIL UNLESS REQUESTED OTHERWISE. IF U HAVE ANY ISSUE AFTER RECEIVING THE ITEM PLZ CONTACT ME BEFORE MAKING ANY CLAIM OR LEAVING NEGATIVE FEEDBACK,I ASSURE U THAT ANY ISSUE WILL BE SOLVED AMICABLY. THANK U VERY MUCH FOR UR PATIENCE GOOD LUCK.
Bengal Sultan Nasir Al din Nusrat Tanka AH925-938 nice grade Rare Variety - U WILL GET WHAT U SEE IN THE PICS THERE MAY BE LITTLE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN ACTUAL ITEM WITH THE PICS BCZ OF CONTRAST THANK U FOR UR UNDERSTANDING I WILL SHIP ALL THE ITEM ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD BY REGISTERED AIR MAIL UNLESS REQUESTED OTHERWISE. IF U HAVE ANY ISSUE AFTER RECEIVING THE ITEM PLZ CONTACT ME BEFORE MAKING ANY CLAIM OR LEAVING NEGATIVE FEEDBACK,I ASSURE U THAT ANY ISSUE WILL BE SOLVED AMICABLY. THANK U VERY MUCH FOR UR PATIENCE GOOD LUCK.
India Bengal Sultan Nasir Al Din Nusrat Tanka AH927 Nusratabad Beautiful grade - U WILL GET WHAT U SEE IN THE PICS THERE MAY BE LITTLE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN ACTUAL ITEM WITH THE PICS BCZ OF CONTRAST THANK U FOR UR UNDERSTANDING I WILL SHIP ALL THE ITEM ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD BY REGISTERED AIR MAIL UNLESS REQUESTED OTHERWISE. IF U HAVE ANY ISSUE AFTER RECEIVING THE ITEM PLZ CONTACT ME BEFORE MAKING ANY CLAIM OR LEAVING NEGATIVE FEEDBACK,I ASSURE U THAT ANY ISSUE WILL BE SOLVED AMICABLY. THANK U VERY MUCH FOR UR PATIENCE GOOD LUCK.
Bengal Sultan Ghiyath al din Bahadur Tanka AH720-24 mint Lakhnauti rare coin - U WILL GET WHAT U SEE IN THE PICS THERE MAY BE LITTLE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN ACTUAL ITEM WITH THE PICS BCZ OF CONTRAST THANK U FOR UR UNDERSTANDNG I WILL SHIP ALL THE ITEM ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD BY REGISTERED AIR MAIL UNLESS REQUESTED OTHERWISE. IF U HAVE ANY ISSUE AFTER RECEIVING THE ITEM PLZ CONTACT ME BEFORE MAKING ANY CLAIM OR LEAVING NEGATIVE FEEDBACK,I ASSURE U THAT ANY ISSUE WILL BE SOLVED AMICABLY. THANK U VERY MUCH FOR UR PATIENCE GOOD LUCK.
India Bengal Pala Empire silver drachm wt-4.2 gm RARE TYPE - U WILL GET WHAT U SEE IN THE PICS THERE MAY BE LITTLE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN ACTUAL ITEM WITH THE PICS BCZ OF CONTRAST THANK U FOR UR UNDERSTANDING I WILL SHIP ALL THE ITEM ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD BY REGISTERED AIR MAIL UNLESS REQUESTED OTHERWISE. IF U HAVE ANY ISSUE AFTER RECEIVING THE ITEM PLZ CONTACT ME BEFORE MAKING ANY CLAIM OR LEAVING NEGATIVE FEEDBACK,I ASSURE U THAT ANY ISSUE WILL BE SOLVED AMICABLY. THANK U VERY MUCH FOR UR PATIENCE GOOD LUCK.
Bengal Sultan Sikandar Bin Ilyas Tanka 1357-1389 A.D AH758-792 nice grade Rare - U WILL GET WHAT U SEE IN THE PICS THERE MAY BE LITTLE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN ACTUAL ITEM WITH THE PICS BCZ OF CONTRAST THANK U FOR UR UNDERSTANDING I WILL SHIP ALL THE ITEM ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD BY REGISTERED AIR MAIL UNLESS REQUESTED OTHERWISE. IF U HAVE ANY ISSUE AFTER RECEIVING THE ITEM PLZ CONTACT ME BEFORE MAKING ANY CLAIM OR LEAVING NEGATIVE FEEDBACK,I ASSURE U THAT ANY ISSUE WILL BE SOLVED AMICABLY. THANK U VERY MUCH FOR UR PATIENCE GOOD LUCK.
Bengal Sultan Ala al Din Husain Shah Tanka AH904 darb al darb Husainabad nice - U WILL GET WHAT U SEE IN THE PICS THERE MAY BE LITTLE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN ACTUAL ITEM WITH THE PICS BCZ OF CONTRAST THANK U FOR UR UNDERSTANDING I WILL SHIP ALL THE ITEM ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD BY REGISTERED AIR MAIL UNLESS REQUESTED OTHERWISE. IF U HAVE ANY ISSUE AFTER RECEIVING THE ITEM PLZ CONTACT ME BEFORE MAKING ANY CLAIM OR LEAVING NEGATIVE FEEDBACK,I ASSURE U THAT ANY ISSUE WILL BE SOLVED AMICABLY. THANK U VERY MUCH FOR UR PATIENCE GOOD LUCK.
India Bengal Sultan Ala al din Hussain Tanka AH899 Fathabad mint NICE GRADE - U WILL GET WHAT U SEE IN THE PICS THERE MAY BE LITTLE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN ACTUAL ITEM WITH THE PICS BCZ OF CONTRAST THANK U FOR UR UNDERSTANDING I WILL SHIP ALL THE ITEM ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD BY REGISTERED AIR MAIL UNLESS REQUESTED OTHERWISE. IF U HAVE ANY ISSUE AFTER RECEIVING THE ITEM PLZ CONTACT ME BEFORE MAKING ANY CLAIM OR LEAVING NEGATIVE FEEDBACK,I ASSURE U THAT ANY ISSUE WILL BE SOLVED AMICABLY. THANK U VERY MUCH FOR UR PATIENCE GOOD LUCK.
India Bengal Sultan Jalal Al Din Mahmud Tanka Laknur Mint A.D1415-16 B307 Rare - U WILL GET WHAT U SEE IN THE PICS THERE MAY BE LITTLE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN ACTUAL ITEM WITH THE PICS BCZ OF CONTRAST THANK U FOR UR UNDERSTANDING I WILL SHIP ALL THE ITEM ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD BY REGISTERED AIR MAIL UNLESS REQUESTED OTHERWISE. IF U HAVE ANY ISSUE AFTER RECEIVING THE ITEM PLZ CONTACT ME BEFORE MAKING ANY CLAIM OR LEAVING NEGATIVE FEEDBACK,I ASSURE U THAT ANY ISSUE WILL BE SOLVED AMICABLY. THANK U VERY MUCH FOR UR PATIENCE GOOD LUCK.
India Tomaras Of Delhi Sallakshana Pala Billon Jital wt-3.3 gm scarce - U WILL GET WHAT U SEE IN THE PICS THERE MAY BE LITTLE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN ACTUAL ITEM WITH THE PICS BCZ OF CONTRAST THANK U FOR UR UNDERSTANDING I WILL SHIP ALL THE ITEM ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD BY REGISTERED AIR MAIL UNLESS REQUESTED OTHERWISE. IF U HAVE ANY ISSUE AFTER RECEIVING THE ITEM PLZ CONTACT ME BEFORE MAKING ANY CLAIM OR LEAVING NEGATIVE FEEDBACK,I ASSURE U THAT ANY ISSUE WILL BE SOLVED AMICABLY. THANK U VERY MUCH FOR UR PATIENCE GOOD LUCK.
Indo Sassanian Half Unit (1/2 Drachma) nice grade wt-2.2 gm SCARCE - U WILL GET WHAT U SEE IN THE PICS THERE MAY BE LITTLE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN ACTUAL ITEM WITH THE PICS BCZ OF CONTRAST THANK U FOR UR UNDERSTANDING I WILL SHIP ALL THE ITEM ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD BY REGISTERED AIR MAIL UNLESS REQUESTED OTHERWISE. IF U HAVE ANY ISSUE AFTER RECEIVING THE ITEM PLZ CONTACT ME BEFORE MAKING ANY CLAIM OR LEAVING NEGATIVE FEEDBACK,I ASSURE U THAT ANY ISSUE WILL BE SOLVED AMICABLY. THANK U VERY MUCH FOR UR PATIENCE GOOD LUCK.
India Chauhan Dynasty Prithviraj chauhan 1 Jital 1179-92 A.D wt-3.55 gm RARE - U WILL GET WHAT U SEE IN THE PICS THERE MAY BE LITTLE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN ACTUAL ITEM WITH THE PICS BCZ OF CONTRAST THANK U FOR UR UNDERSTANDING I WILL SHIP ALL THE ITEM ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD BY REGISTERED AIR MAIL UNLESS REQUESTED OTHERWISE. IF U HAVE ANY ISSUE AFTER RECEIVING THE ITEM PLZ CONTACT ME BEFORE MAKING ANY CLAIM OR LEAVING NEGATIVE FEEDBACK,I ASSURE U THAT ANY ISSUE WILL BE SOLVED AMICABLY. THANK U VERY MUCH FOR UR PATIENCE GOOD LUCK.
India Delhi Sultan Ghiyath Al din Tughlaq Tanka Hadrat DELHI nice grade - U WILL GET WHAT U SEE IN THE PICS THERE MAY BE LITTLE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN ACTUAL ITEM WITH THE PICS BCZ OF CONTRAST THANK U FOR UR UNDERSTANDING I WILL SHIP ALL THE ITEM ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD BY REGISTERED AIR MAIL UNLESS REQUESTED OTHERWISE. IF U HAVE ANY ISSUE AFTER RECEIVING THE ITEM PLZ CONTACT ME BEFORE MAKING ANY CLAIM OR LEAVING NEGATIVE FEEDBACK,I ASSURE U THAT ANY ISSUE WILL BE SOLVED AMICABLY. THANK U VERY MUCH FOR UR PATIENCE GOOD LUCK.
Bengal Sultan Ala Ud din Hussain Shah tanka broad flan 37 mm RARE - U WILL GET WHAT U SEE IN THE PICS THERE MAY BE LITTLE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN ACTUAL ITEM WITH THE PICS BCZ OF CONTRAST THANK U FOR UR UNDERSTANDING I WILL SHIP ALL THE ITEM ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD BY REGISTERED AIR MAIL UNLESS REQUESTED OTHERWISE. IF U HAVE ANY ISSUE AFTER RECEIVING THE ITEM PLZ CONTACT ME BEFORE MAKING ANY CLAIM OR LEAVING NEGATIVE FEEDBACK,I ASSURE U THAT ANY ISSUE WILL BE SOLVED AMICABLY. THANK U VERY MUCH FOR UR PATIENCE GOOD LUCK.
India Tomaras Ananga Pala Billon Jital 1030-45 A.D wt-3.3 gm - U WILL GET WHAT U SEE IN THE PICS THERE MAY BE LITTLE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN ACTUAL ITEM WITH THE PICS BCZ OF CONTRAST THANK U FOR UR UNDERSTANDING I WILL SHIP ALL THE ITEM ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD BY REGISTERED AIR MAIL UNLESS REQUESTED OTHERWISE. IF U HAVE ANY ISSUE AFTER RECEIVING THE ITEM PLZ CONTACT ME BEFORE MAKING ANY CLAIM OR LEAVING NEGATIVE FEEDBACK,I ASSURE U THAT ANY ISSUE WILL BE SOLVED AMICABLY. THANK U VERY MUCH FOR UR PATIENCE GOOD LUCK.
India Tomaras Of Delhi Madana Pala Billon Jital wt-3.3 gm scarce - U WILL GET WHAT U SEE IN THE PICS THERE MAY BE LITTLE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN ACTUAL ITEM WITH THE PICS BCZ OF CONTRAST THANK U FOR UR UNDERSTANDING I WILL SHIP ALL THE ITEM ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD BY REGISTERED AIR MAIL UNLESS REQUESTED OTHERWISE. IF U HAVE ANY ISSUE AFTER RECEIVING THE ITEM PLZ CONTACT ME BEFORE MAKING ANY CLAIM OR LEAVING NEGATIVE FEEDBACK,I ASSURE U THAT ANY ISSUE WILL BE SOLVED AMICABLY. THANK U VERY MUCH FOR UR PATIENCE GOOD LUCK.
[#1176758] Coin, Elymais, Orodes III, Drachm, 2nd century AD, Susa, EF(40-45), B - Coin, Elymais, Orodes III, Drachm, 2nd century AD, Susa, EF(40-45), Bronze. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
[#1176757] Coin, Elymais, Phraates, Drachm, Late 1st or early 2nd century AD, Su - Coin, Elymais, Phraates, Drachm, Late 1st or early 2nd century AD, Susa. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
[#1176682] Coin, Sasanian Kings, Hormizd VI, Drachm, 631-632, WYHC, Extremely ra - In two mints, WSY and WYHC. This Sassanid king is very obscure; it seems that he reigned in the middle of the 7th century, since the chronology indicates that he succeeded to Khosrau II after his assassination in 628 (he his maybe his grandson?).
[#1176756] Coin, Elymais, Orodes I, Drachm, Late 1st century BC, Susa, VF(30-35) - Coin, Elymais, Orodes I, Drachm, Late 1st century BC, Susa, VF(30-35), Bronze. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
[#1176755] Coin, Elymais, Orodes II, Drachm, Late 1st or early 2nd century AD, S - Coin, Elymais, Orodes II, Drachm, Late 1st or early 2nd century AD, Susa. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
[#1176754] Coin, Elymais, Orodes II, Drachm, Late 1st or early 2nd century AD, S - Coin, Elymais, Orodes II, Drachm, Late 1st or early 2nd century AD, Susa. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
Ghurid Dynasty Khwarezm Ala Ud Din 1200-1220, Bulls B Jital Coins Adl Type - Ghurid Dynasty Ala Ud Din 1200-1220, Bulls B Jital. Khwarezm shah Ala-Ud-Din Muhammad. In a family tree of related jitals Rob Tye shows that the basic Kwarezm bull type is that from Kurraman. This seems a continuation of the type brought there by Ghorid ruler Yildiz.
INDIA - Kuninda - King Amoghabhuti - 100BC to AD80 - The Kingdom of Kuninda stretched along the foothills of the Hymalayas eastwards from the borders. This coin is believed to be a later issue (100BC to AD80) from the reign of King Amoghabuti. The most famous king was Amoghbhuti, who ruledduring the late 2nd century BC or early 1st century.
INDIA - Kuninda - King Amoghabhuti - 100BC to AD80 - The Kingdom of Kuninda stretched along the foothills of the Hymalayas eastwards from the borders. This coin is believed to be a later issue (100BC to AD80) from the reign of King Amoghabuti. The most famous king was Amoghbhuti, who ruledduring the late 2nd century BC or early 1st century.
ANCIENT INDIA - Kidarite - Taxila? - Ae Drachm? Late 5th Century - Ae Drachm?. Late 5th Century. In 360–370 AD, a Kidarite kingdom was established in Central Asian regions previously ruled by the Sasanian Empire, replacing the Kushano-Sasanians in Bactria. Circa 390-410 AD, the Kidarites invaded northwestern India, where they replaced the remnants of the Kushan Empire in the area of Punjab.
INDIA - Kushan - Kipanada Ae unit - In 360–370 AD, a Kidarite kingdom was established in Central Asian regions previously ruled by the Sasanian Empire, replacing the Kushano-Sasanians in Bactria. Circa 390-410 AD, the Kidarites invaded northwestern India, where they replaced the remnants of the Kushan Empire in the area of Punjab.
India. Vijayanagara. Krishnadevaraya (1509-1530). Gold Half Pagoda. - INDIA. VIJAYANAGARA. KRISHNADEVARAYA (1509-1530). GOLD HALF PAGODA. Weight: 1.67 grams. Diameter: 10mm. Attractive example. (Thank you for viewing the coin. All our coins are guaranteed to be genuine and authentic. We've been dealing in coins and antiquities for over 40 years. Questions about the coin are always welcome. Kind Regards, Ancient17).
India. Vijayanagara. Krishnadevaraya (1509-1530). Gold Half Pagoda. - INDIA. VIJAYANAGARA. KRISHNADEVARAYA (1509-1530). GOLD HALF PAGODA. Weight: 1.67 grams. Diameter: 11mm. Attractive example. (Thank you for viewing the coin. All our coins are guaranteed to be genuine and authentic. We've been dealing in coins and antiquities for over 40 years. Questions about the coin are always welcome. Kind Regards, Ancient17).
INDIA - Kuninda - King Amoghabhuti - 100BC to AD80 - The Kingdom of Kuninda stretched along the foothills of the Hymalayas eastwards from the borders. This coin is believed to be a later issue (100BC to AD80) from the reign of King Amoghabuti. The most famous king was Amoghbhuti, who ruledduring the late 2nd century BC or early 1st century.
INDIA - Kuninda - King Amoghabhuti - 100BC to AD80 - The Kingdom of Kuninda stretched along the foothills of the Hymalayas eastwards from the borders. This coin is believed to be a later issue (100BC to AD80) from the reign of King Amoghabuti. The most famous king was Amoghbhuti, who ruledduring the late 2nd century BC or early 1st century.
135FM22P) SASANIAN KINGS, Yazdgird I, 399-420 AD. AR Drachm. BBA mint. CH XF - (135FM22P) SASANIAN KINGS, Yazdgird I, 399-420 AD. AR Drachm. SASANIAN KINGS, Yazdgird I, 399-420 AD. AR Drachm (4.40 gm; 27 mm). Choice EF. 6) Attributions: Except for bargains and group lots, all coins sold fully attributed and catalogued from at least 1-2 sources and/or major collections whenever possible.
481GF22P) SASANIAN KINGS. Pērōz (Fīrūz) I. AD 457/9-484. AR Drachm 26 mm, 4.12 g - (481GF22P) SASANIAN KINGS. Pērōz (Fīrūz) I. AD 457/9-484. AR Drachm (26 mm, 4.12 grms). Struck circa AD 465-474. cf. SNS III Type IIa/1e, 98; cf. Sunrise 941. Lightly toned. 6) Attributions: Except for bargains and group lots, all coins sold fully attributed and catalogued from at least 1-2 sources and/or major collections whenever possible.
485GF22P) SASANIAN KINGS. Ardaxšīr (Ardashir) III. AD 628-630. AR Drachm (35.5 m - (485GF22P) SASANIAN KINGS. Ardaxšīr (Ardashir) III. AD 628-630. AR Drachm (35.5 mm, 4.17 g). Dated RY 2 (AD 629). Göbl II/1, cif SC Tehran 4274-7; VF. 6) Attributions: Except for bargains and group lots, all coins sold fully attributed and catalogued from at least 1-2 sources and/or major collections whenever possible.
486GF22P) HUNNIC TRIBES, Nezak Huns. ‘Napki Malka’. Circa AD 460-560. BI Drachm - (486GF22P) HUNNIC TRIBES, Nezak Huns. ‘Napki Malka’. Circa AD 460-560. BI Drachm (25 mm, 2.74 g). Crowned bust right / Fire altar flanked by attendants and wheel-symbols. 6) Attributions: Except for bargains and group lots, all coins sold fully attributed and catalogued from at least 1-2 sources and/or major collections whenever possible.
762EK22P) SASANIAN KINGS. Pērōz (Fīrūz) I. AD 457/9-484. AR Drachm 29 mm, 4.09 G - (762EK22P) SASANIAN KINGS. Pērōz (Fīrūz) I. AD 457/9-484. AR Drachm (29 mm, 4.09 grms). ISTAKHR mint. Struck circa AD 465-474. cf. SNS III Type IIa/1e, 98; cf. Sunrise 941. Lightly toned. 6) Attributions: Except for bargains and group lots, all coins sold fully attributed and catalogued from at least 1-2 sources and/or major collections whenever possible.
India Gadhaiya Paisa 850-1050AD Coin- SILVER - - They represent a period from around 850-1050AD. These were imitation of the Indo-Sassanian influence and are of the silver Drachma type. It weighs around 4.3g.
Gandhara Copper Coin circa AD 800 - Gandhara Copper Coin circa AD 800. Inspected and identified by the British Museum's Department of Coins and Medals.
Mughal Era Silver Square Rupee - Mughal Era silver Square Rupee, as identified by the British Museum's Department of Coins and medals in London. In average condtion as seen in photos. Not been cleaned, professional clean might make it clearer to view.
Sasanian Empire, Khusro II (590-628 AD) Drachm 31mm - Sasanian Empire, Khusro II AR Drachm. R everse : Fire altar with two attendants, crescents on heads, inside triple dotted-border, crescents with stars at 3, 6, 9 and 12. Die Axis: 3h. Weight: 4.03 g.
Tabaristan, Abbasid governors (c. 780-794 AD) AR Hemidrachm 24 mm - Tabaristan, Abbasid governors AR Hemidrachm. triple dotted-border, crescents with stars at 3, 6, 9 and 12 o’clock, three pellets at the diagonals. crescents with stars at 3, 6 and 9 o’clock. Weight: 2.24 g.
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Greco-Bactrian, Eucratides I, AR Obol c. 171-145 BCE 0.49 gm Silver Coin Rare - Greco-Bactrian Kingdom: Eucratides I, AR Obol c. 171-145 BCE 0.49 gm Silver Coin Rare Helmeted and diademed bust of king facing right, Greek legend: BAΣIΛEΩΣ MEΓAΛOY EYKPATIΔOY (of Great King Eucratides) Postage through Pakistan Post International Tracking will be available at Pakistan Post Site No Post to Israel India
[#972547] Coin, Sasanian Kings, Khusrau II, Drachm, ZR (Zarang), EF(40-45), Silv - Coin, Sasanian Kings, Khusrau II, Drachm, ZR (Zarang), EF(40-45), Silver. Coin, Sasanian Kings, Khusrau II (591-628), Drachm, ZR (Zarang), Silver. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts.
Japan, 1933, 50 Sen, Silver 4.950 Grams, VF Grade. - Japan, 1933, 50 Sen, 4.950 grams silver. Obv: Sunburst in center flanked by cherry blossoms, authority on top, date on bottom, all within sacred mirror Rev: Vertical value and denomination flanked by phoenix, paulownia crest flanked by karakusa sprigs, chrysanthemum on top in excellent grade from Pakistan.
The Parthian Kingdom, Phraates Iv (Circa 38-2 B.c). Silver Tetradrachm. - THE PARTHIAN KINGDOM, PHRAATES IV (CIRCA 38-2 B.C). SILVER TETRADRACHM. Obverse. His diademed and cuirassed bust left. Reverse. The king enthroned right, receiving diadem from Athena standing left. (Sear GCV.7469). Weight: 9.70 grams. Diameter: 28mm. Scarce.(Thank you for viewing the coin. All our coins and artefacts are guaranteed to be genuine and authentic. We've been dealing in coins and antiquities for over 40 years. Questions about the coin are always welcome. Kind Regards, Ancient17).
Sasanian Empire Khusru II AD 591 - 628 AR Drachm ANACS VF 35 GOBL-209 - ValueAR Drachm (1⁄12). IssuerSasanian Empire (Persia). EmperorKhusro II (590; 591-628). Portrait of Khosru II "the victorious king", like Khursu I, but within a crescent, on which there is a six-pointed star fixed on the vertical bar; two wings are fixed to the bar going out from the rim, like a crescent with a star.
[#1173569] Coin, Azes II, Drachm, ca. 35-12 BC, VF(20-25), Silver - Coin, Azes II, Drachm, ca. 35-12 BC, VF(20-25), Silver. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
Fourth "Victory issue" tanka of Ala Al-Din Husain (1493-1519 AD), Bengal - Silver Tanka, Islamic inscriptions / Islamic inscriptions.Fourth "Victory issue", Husainabad mint, dated to 918 AH = 1512 AD (the date is very crudely engraved). Excellent large silver coin, very attractive, thick and heavy. 26mm in diameter, 10.5 g. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B741.
[#341304] Coin, Kushan Empire, Vasu Deva II, Dinar, 290-310, EF(40-45), Gold - Coin, Kushan Empire, Vasu Deva II, Dinar, 290-310, EF(40-45), Gold. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
Silver diobol of Persis. Unknown ruler, diadem reverse motif. - Silver diobol of Persis. Obverse: Draped bust left wearing a tiara with a Parthian-style overlap covering the ear. Outside the UK?. This depends on the laws and rules of your country.
Silver diobol of Persis. Unknown ruler, diadem motif. - Silver diobol of Persis. Obverse: Draped bust left wearing a tiara with a Parthian-style overlap covering the ear. Outside the UK?. This depends on the laws and rules of your country.
The Parthian Kingdom, Phraatakes (Circa 2 B.c.-A.d.4). Silver Tetradrachm Scarce - THE PARTHIAN KINGDOM, PHRAATAKES (CIRCA 2 B.C.-A.D.4). SILVER TETRADRACHM Obverse. His diademed and cuirassed bust left, Nike bearing wreath each side. Reverse. Archer enthroned right. (Sear GICV.5759). Weight: 10.42 grams. Diameter: 27mm. Scarce.(Thank you for viewing the coin. All our coins and artefacts are guaranteed to be genuine and authentic. We've been dealing in coins and antiquities for over 40 years. Questions about the coin are always welcome. Kind Regards, Ancient17).
The Parthian Kingdom, Phraates Iv (Circa 38-2 B.c). Silver Tetradrachm. - THE PARTHIAN KINGDOM, PHRAATES IV (CIRCA 38-2 B.C). SILVER TETRADRACHM. Obverse. His diademed and cuirassed bust left. Reverse. The king enthroned right, receiving diadem from Athena standing left. (Sear GCV.7469). Weight: 9.90 grams. Diameter: 27mm. Strong detail. Scarce.(Thank you for viewing the coin. All our coins and artefacts are guaranteed to be genuine and authentic. We've been dealing in coins and antiquities for over 40 years. Questions about the coin are always welcome. Kind Regards, Ancient17).
[#1171513] Coin, Sasanian Kings, Khusrau II, Drachm, 591-628, EF(40-45), Silver - Coin, Sasanian Kings, Khusrau II, Drachm, 591-628, EF(40-45), Silver. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
[#1171503] Coin, Parthian Empire (247 BC – AD 224), Vardanes I, Tetradrachm, 40- - Coin, Parthian Empire (247 BC – AD 224), Vardanes I, Tetradrachm, 40-47. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
[#1171499] Coin, Parthian Empire (247 BC – AD 224), Chalkous Æ, Uncertain date - Coin, Parthian Empire (247 BC – AD 224), Chalkous Æ, Uncertain date. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
[#1069813] Coin, Parthia (Kingdom of), Vonones II, Drachm, ca. 51, Ekbatana, EF( - Coin, Parthia (Kingdom of), Vonones II, Drachm, ca. 51, Ekbatana, EF(40-45). Bust of Vonones II in front., Archer seated right on a throne, holding a bow in his right hand. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
Silver Sasanian drachm of Yazdgard I - Silver drachm of the Sasanid Yazdgard I, 399-420 CE. As usual with Sasanian drachms, the reverse of this coin shows the Zoroastrian fire altar flanked by richly dressed attendants. Reference: Göbl, Sasanian Numismatics, crown type I, reverse type 1.
Silver Sasanian drachm of Yazdgard I - Silver drachm of the Sasanid Yazdgard I, 399-420 CE. As usual with Sasanian drachms, the reverse of this coin shows the Zoroastrian fire altar flanked by richly dressed attendants. Reference: Göbl, Sasanian Numismatics, crown type I, reverse type 1.
Silver Sasanian drachm of Yazdgard I - Silver drachm of the Sasanid Yazdgard I, 399-420 CE. As usual with Sasanian drachms, the reverse of this coin shows the Zoroastrian fire altar flanked by richly dressed attendants. Reference: Göbl, Sasanian Numismatics, crown type I, reverse type 1.
Silver Sasanian drachm of Yazdgard I - Silver drachm of the Sasanid Yazdgard I, 399-420 CE. As usual with Sasanian drachms, the reverse of this coin shows the Zoroastrian fire altar flanked by richly dressed attendants. Reference: Göbl, Sasanian Numismatics, crown type I, reverse type 1.
Silver Sasanian drachm of Yazdgard I - Silver drachm of the Sasanid Yazdgard I, 399-420 CE. As usual with Sasanian drachms, the reverse of this coin shows the Zoroastrian fire altar flanked by richly dressed attendants. Reference: Göbl, Sasanian Numismatics, crown type I, reverse type 1.
Silver Sasanian drachm of Yazdgard I - Silver drachm of the Sasanid Yazdgard I, 399-420 CE. As usual with Sasanian drachms, the reverse of this coin shows the Zoroastrian fire altar flanked by richly dressed attendants. Reference: Göbl, Sasanian Numismatics, crown type I, reverse type 1.
Silver Sasanian drachm of Hormazd or Hormizd IV. Fire altar reverse. - Silver drachm of the Sasanian Hormazd or Hormizd IV, 579-590 CE. As usual with Sasanian drachms, the reverse of this coin shows the Zoroastrian fire altar flanked by richly dressed attendants. Reference: Göbl, Sasanian Numismatics, crown type I, reverse type 1.
Silver Sasanian drachm of Hormazd or Hormizd IV. Fire altar. - Silver drachm of the Sasanian Hormazd or Hormizd IV, 579-590 CE. As usual with Sasanian drachms, the reverse of this coin shows the Zoroastrian fire altar flanked by richly dressed attendants. Reference: Göbl, Sasanian Numismatics, crown type I, reverse type 1.
Bronze tetradrachm, Yaudheyas, c.300-340 AD, "dvi" (2), India (MACW 4711) - Yaudheya or Yaudheya Gana (Yaudheya Republic) was an ancient militant confederation. The Yaudheya Republic flourished up to the middle to the 4th century when it was conquered by Samudragupta and incorporated into the Gupta Empire.
Rare silver damma of Munabbih I (fl.913 CE), independent Amirs of Multan - Lillah Munabbih in Kufic/Arabic. 9mm, 0.49 grams. Multan mint. Fishman and Todd M73, Album-1503. They were settled in Oman prior to moving to Sindh and capturing the city of Multan. The Samids ruled Multan till its annexation by Mahmud of Ghazni towards the end of the tenth century CE.
Rare silver damma of Mohamed IV (early 900's), independent Amirs of Multan - They were settled in Oman prior to moving to Sindh and capturing the city of Multan. The Samids ruled Multan till its annexation by Mahmud of Ghazni towards the end of the tenth century CE. Lillah Muhammad (in Kufic/Arabic).
Extremely rare! Earliest silver drachma of Tapana, ca.650 AD, Multan - Earliest of all the Punjabi "damma" series coins, these coins imitated Gupta and Hunnic drachmas. Heavily stylized head facing right within a dotted border // Stylized fire altar with two dashes above the base, Brahmi/ Sharada legend "Sri Tapanasa" ("of Tapana").
Very nice quality 1/2 kakini, Ganapati, ca.340 AD, Nagas, India - Humped bull standing left / Complete "Maharaja Sri Ganendra" inscription (it is rarely complete, struck on flan and not abbreviated) in a circle in Brahmi. 8mm, 0.78 grams. Mitchiner 4739-4753. SKU T496-31529 Lovely quality coin! The Naga Kings held a large territory in Malwa and other regions (expending their territory as far as Mathura in the middle of the third century AD by taking it from the weakening Kushans). The last of the Nagas, Ganapati Naga, submitted to the Gupta Emperor Samudragupta. Unconditionally guaranteed to be authentic.
Extremely rare! Earliest silver drachma of Tapana, ca.650 AD, Multan - Earliest of all the Punjabi "damma" series coins, these coins imitated Gupta and Hunnic drachmas. Heavily stylized head facing right within a dotted border // Stylized fire altar with two dashes above the base, Brahmi/ Sharada legend "Sri Tapanasa" ("of Tapana").
Extremely rare! Earliest silver drachma of Tapana, ca.650 AD, Multan - Earliest of all the Punjabi "damma" series coins, these coins imitated Gupta and Hunnic drachmas. Heavily stylized head facing right within a dotted border // Stylized fire altar with two dashes above the base, Brahmi/ Sharada legend "Sri Tapanasa" ("of Tapana").
Extremely rare! Earliest silver drachma of Tapana, ca.650 AD, Multan - Earliest of all the Punjabi "damma" series coins, these coins imitated Gupta and Hunnic drachmas. Heavily stylized head facing right within a dotted border // Stylized fire altar with two dashes above the base, Brahmi/ Sharada legend "Sri Tapanasa" ("of Tapana").
Extremely rare! Earliest silver drachma of Tapana, ca.650 AD, Multan - Earliest of all the Punjabi "damma" series coins, these coins imitated Gupta and Hunnic drachmas. Heavily stylized head facing right within a dotted border // Stylized fire altar with two dashes above the base, Brahmi/ Sharada legend "Sri Tapanasa" ("of Tapana").
Extremely rare! Earliest silver drachma of Tapana, ca.650 AD, Multan - Earliest of all the Punjabi "damma" series coins, these coins imitated Gupta and Hunnic drachmas. Heavily stylized head facing right within a dotted border // Stylized fire altar with two dashes above the base, Brahmi/ Sharada legend "Sri Tapanasa" ("of Tapana").
Post-Mauryan heavy bronze coin, Malwa and Ganges Valley, 150-0 BC, India - Lotus flower in a circle // Blank. 13mm, 0.59 grams. Pieper #261. This unusual type is attributed to the post-Mauryan period Malwa and Ganges Valley by Pieper. The attribution seems reasonable, though in India this type is given a diverse attribution, sometimes placed as far as Kannada in Southern India.
Nice silver karshapana, Nanda period (ca.345-323 BC), Magadha, India (G/H #450) - Five punch-mark symbols / Small bankers' marks. Irregular flat silver planchet, 11mmx20mm, 3.53 grams. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC series IV XXXIII A1 (#450). Scarce, nice quality. The Nanda Empire originated from the kingdom of Magadha in Ancient India during the 5th and 4th centuries BC. At its greatest extent, the Nanda Empire extended from Bengal in the east, Punjab in the west and as far south as the Vindhya Range.
Quality post-Shahi billon jital from Punjab/Gandhara, late 1000s AD (Tye 33) - Bull facing left, crude Nagari SRI SAMANTA DEVA / Horseman right, Bhi (or Sri) in the right upper field. 13mm, 3.48 grams. Mintless type, uncertain anonymous issue. Tye 33; Deyell 235. Very nice quality for this crude issue. It is not known who issued these coins, but stylistically they can be dated to the very last years of the Kabul Shahi in northern India immediate post-Shahi Islamic period. These billon or silver-plated coins are debased versions of the very late Kabulshahi silver coins (Tye 32). They likely come from the last Kabulshahi strongholds in Gandhara or northern Punjab, though it is not known at this point who this person was and the exact location where these were minted is not known as well.
Billon jital of unknown King Mahipala, 1100s, Central India (Tye 39) - Bull facing left, crude Nagari SRI MAHIPA / Horseman right. 14mm, 3.06 grams. Mintless type, uncertain region. Tye 39. Very nice quality for this crude issue. It is not known who this King "Mahipala" was or even where his Kingdom was, since no ruler with this name is known from the relevant period (12th-13th century). Mitchiner cautiously places it somewhere in Central India, noting that the flans are different from the contemporary north Indian jitals, but the exact identification of this Mahipala is impossible at the moment.
Scarce billon jital of unknown King Mahipala, 1100s, Central India (Tye 39) - Bull facing left, crude Nagari SRI MAHIPA / Horseman right. 14mm, 3.00 grams. Mintless type, uncertain region. Tye 39. Very nice quality for this crude issue. It is not known who this King "Mahipala" was or even where his Kingdom was, since no ruler with this name is known from the relevant period (12th-13th century). Mitchiner cautiously places it somewhere in Central India, noting that the flans are different from the contemporary north Indian jitals, but the exact identification of this Mahipala is impossible at the moment.
Unlisted silver karshapana, Nanda period (c.345-323 BC), Magadha, India (G/H #43 - Five punch-mark symbols / Small bankers' marks. Irregular flat silver planchet, 16mmx20mm, 3.44 grams. Unlisted in Gupta/Hardaker ISPC series IV, #438 var (different 2nd and 5th symbols). This type is unlisted in Gupta/Hardaker (either in the first or the second edition). It is a part of the series IV XXXI, related to #438. However, the second symbol is incompletely engraver and the elephant on the 5th symbol faces left and not right like in G/H 438. Rare and unique. The Nanda Empire originated from the kingdom of Magadha in Ancient India during the 5th and 4th centuries BC. At its greatest extent, the Nanda Empire extended from Bengal in the east, Punjab in the west and as far south as the Vindhya Range.
Silver hemidrachm, King Ramachandra (1271-1309), Yadavas of Devagiri, India - Stylized lion walking right / Blank. 9mm, 1.72 grams. MNIS-; Numista #199825. Fairly scarce - I have a group of these coins I bought in the 1990s, they rarely come up for sale. The attribution of these coins is based on the find spots and on the similarity of the lion on some of the Yadavas' gold coins. The coins of the Yadavas are known mostly in gold, and no silver coins are found in any of the standard publications, though a number of different types (small dumpy coins weighing 0.8 to 1.6 grams) are known to exist. The Yadavas (or the Savunas) were a Kshatriya family administrating the city of Deulatabad and the surrounding area on behalf of their more powerful neighbors.
Silver drachm, Pushyamitra Sunga (187-151 BC), Malwa, Mauryan Empire (G/H 585) - Five punch-mark symbols (see below) / Small punchmarks. Irregular flat silver planchet, 15x11mm, 3.35 grams. Vidisa or Eran mint. Gupta/Hardaker 585; MACW 4327. Very scarce Sunga provincial issue, lacking the sun and the six-armed symbol, common on the normal Mauryan issues. The Shunga Empire was an ancient Indian dynasty from Magadha that controlled areas of the most of the northern Indian subcontinent from around 185 to 73 BCE. The dynasty was established by Pushyamitra, after taking the throne of the Maurya Empire.
Silver hemidrachm, King Ramachandra (1271-1309), Yadavas of Devagiri, India - Stylized lion walking right / Blank. 9mm, 1.69 grams. MNIS-; Numista #199825. Fairly scarce - I have a group of these coins I bought in the 1990s, they rarely come up for sale. The attribution of these coins is based on the find spots and on the similarity of the lion on some of the Yadavas' gold coins. The coins of the Yadavas are known mostly in gold, and no silver coins are found in any of the standard publications, though a number of different types (small dumpy coins weighing 0.8 to 1.6 grams) are known to exist. The Yadavas (or the Savunas) were a Kshatriya family administrating the city of Deulatabad and the surrounding area on behalf of their more powerful neighbors.
Early issue silver drachm, Alchon Huns (Hephthalites), c. 485-600 CE - Crowned bust right; countermarked tamgha in the right margin, four pellets, without the Greek legend below / Fire altar with attendants and ribbon, star and crescent flanking flame. 29mm, 3.03 grams. Gobl, Dokumente Em. 289; Mitchiner ACW 1463-1464. This coin was used as jewelry in ancient times and has some damage on the edge, where a loop was once attached and later removed. Imitating Sasanian king Peroz. Scarce without any countermarks.
Silver punch drachm of Kunala (ca.232-224 BC), Mauryan Empire (G/H #524) - Five punch-mark symbols (see below) / A single punch-mark. Irregular flat silver planchet, 15mmx14mm, 3.33 grams. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC #524. The Mauryan Empire was India's first great unified empire. It lasted from 321 to 185 BCE, and was ruled by the Mauryan dynasty. At its height it ruled virtually all of northern and central India and parts of Afghanistan and Pakistan.
Rare anonymous falus, Ujjain, c.1560, Malwa Sultanate, India - Falus darb Ujjain // Fi al-tarikh (and date, off-flan). 16mmx13mm, 6.57 grams. Ujjain mint. Goron/Goenka #M261 (rated Rare). Interesting anonymous issue. On the plate coin date 968 AH (1560 CE) can be discerned, placing this type between the two reigns of Baz Bahadur, so it might be some interregnum issue. It might also be an issue of one of the few rulers who occupied parts of Malwa as it collapsed under the Mughal assult.
Silver hemidrachm, King Ramachandra (1271-1309), Yadavas of Devagiri, India - Stylized lion walking right / Blank. 9mm, 1.58 grams. MNIS-; Numista #199825. Fairly scarce - I have a group of these coins I bought in the 1990s, they rarely come up for sale. The attribution of these coins is based on the find spots and on the similarity of the lion on some of the Yadavas' gold coins. The coins of the Yadavas are known mostly in gold, and no silver coins are found in any of the standard publications, though a number of different types (small dumpy coins weighing 0.8 to 1.6 grams) are known to exist. The Yadavas (or the Savunas) were a Kshatriya family administrating the city of Deulatabad and the surrounding area on behalf of their more powerful neighbors.
Silver hemidrachm, King Ramachandra (1271-1309), Yadavas of Devagiri, India - Stylized lion walking right / Blank. 9mm, 1.68 grams. MNIS-; Numista #199825. Fairly scarce - I have a group of these coins I bought in the 1990s, they rarely come up for sale. The attribution of these coins is based on the find spots and on the similarity of the lion on some of the Yadavas' gold coins. The coins of the Yadavas are known mostly in gold, and no silver coins are found in any of the standard publications, though a number of different types (small dumpy coins weighing 0.8 to 1.6 grams) are known to exist. The Yadavas (or the Savunas) were a Kshatriya family administrating the city of Deulatabad and the surrounding area on behalf of their more powerful neighbors.
RR AR drachm, Amoghabhuti (100 BC), Kunindas, India (Kumar#II-1var) - Deer standing right, crowned by two cobras, attended by Lakshmi holding a lotus flower; Legend in Prakrit (Brahmi script): Rajnah Kunindasa Amoghabhutisa maharajasa / Stupa surmounted by the Buddhist symboltriratna, and surrounded by a swastika, a Indradhavjha (the "Y" symbol) with a split shaft, and a tree in railing; Kharoshti legend Rana Kunindasa Amoghabhutisa maharajasa ("Great King Amoghabhuti, of the Kunindas").
Rare silver drachm, King Amoghabhuti (100 BC), Kunindas, India (Kumar#I-26) - Rana Kunindasa Amoghabhutisa maharajasa ("Great King Amoghabhuti, of the Kunindas"). 17mm, 2.20 grams. MACW 4440-4441 (for the basic type); Sanjeev Kumar (JONS 218 (2014)) #I-26. The Greek historian Ptolemy linked the origin of the Kuninda to the country where the rivers Beas, Sutlej, Yamuna and Ganges originate.
Silver drachm, Amoghabhuti (100 BC), Kuninda Kingdom, India (Kumar#II-1) - The Greek historian Ptolemy linked the origin of the Kuninda to the country where the rivers Beas, Sutlej, Yamuna and Ganges originate. Rana Kunindasa Amoghabhutisa maharajasa ("Great King Amoghabhuti, of the Kunindas").
Silver drachm, Amoghabhuti (100 BC), Kuninda Kingdom, India (Kumar#I1) - The Greek historian Ptolemy linked the origin of the Kuninda to the country where the rivers Beas, Sutlej, Yamuna and Ganges originate. Rana Kunindasa Amoghabhutisa maharajasa ("Great King Amoghabhuti, of the Kunindas").
Rare silver drachm, King Amoghabhuti (100 BC), Kunindas, India (Kumar#V-5) - Rana Kunindasa Amoghabhutisa maharajasa ("Great King Amoghabhuti, of the Kunindas"). 17mm, 2.20 grams. MACW 4440-4441 (for the basic type); Sanjeev Kumar (JONS 218 (2014)) #V-5. The Greek historian Ptolemy linked the origin of the Kuninda to the country where the rivers Beas, Sutlej, Yamuna and Ganges originate.
Rare silver drachm, King Amoghabhuti (100 BC), Kunindas, India (Kumar#I-2) - Rana Kunindasa Amoghabhutisa maharajasa ("Great King Amoghabhuti, of the Kunindas"). 17mm, 2.27 grams. MACW 4440-4441 (for the basic type); Sanjeev Kumar (JONS 218 (2014)) #I-2. The Greek historian Ptolemy linked the origin of the Kuninda to the country where the rivers Beas, Sutlej, Yamuna and Ganges originate.
RR AR drachm, Amoghabhuti (100 BC), Kunindas, India (Kumar#II-1var) - Deer standing right, crowned by two cobras, attended by Lakshmi holding a lotus flower; Legend in Prakrit (Brahmi script): Rajnah Kunindasa Amoghabhutisa maharajasa / Stupa surmounted by the Buddhist symboltriratna, and surrounded by a swastika, a Indradhavjha (the "Y" symbol) with a split shaft, and a tree in railing; Kharoshti legend Rana Kunindasa Amoghabhutisa maharajasa ("Great King Amoghabhuti, of the Kunindas").
Silver drachm, Amoghabhuti (100 BC), Kuninda Kingdom, India (Kumar#I1) - The Greek historian Ptolemy linked the origin of the Kuninda to the country where the rivers Beas, Sutlej, Yamuna and Ganges originate. Rana Kunindasa Amoghabhutisa maharajasa ("Great King Amoghabhuti, of the Kunindas").
Rare silver drachm, King Amoghabhuti (100 BC), Kunindas, India (Kumar#I-7) - Rana Kunindasa Amoghabhutisa maharajasa ("Great King Amoghabhuti, of the Kunindas"). 17mm, 2.18 grams. MACW 4440-4441 (for the basic type); Sanjeev Kumar (JONS 218 (2014)) #I-7. The Greek historian Ptolemy linked the origin of the Kuninda to the country where the rivers Beas, Sutlej, Yamuna and Ganges originate.
INDIA - "Gupta" - N Malwa 5th Century - Fractional Drachm - Four Coins - A Gupta Succession state of Northern Malwa Circa Late 5th Century AD. INDIA - "Gupta" - Ar Fractional Drachm - Four Coins. "Coins of this type were first published byCunningham (Achaeol. Survey of India, 1872-73 p.104) from a find made at Bavanni on the Ravva near Harappa.
INDIA - "Gupta" - N Malwa 5th Century - Fractional Drachm - Four Coins - A Gupta Succession state of Northern Malwa Circa Late 5th Century AD. INDIA - "Gupta" - Ar Fractional Drachm - Four Coins. "Coins of this type were first published byCunningham (Achaeol. Survey of India, 1872-73 p.104) from a find made at Bavanni on the Ravva near Harappa.
INDIA - "Gupta" - N Malwa 5th Century - Fractional Drachm - Four Coins - A Gupta Succession state of Northern Malwa Circa Late 5th Century AD. INDIA - "Gupta" - Ar Fractional Drachm - Four Coins. "Coins of this type were first published byCunningham (Achaeol. Survey of India, 1872-73 p.104) from a find made at Bavanni on the Ravva near Harappa.
Very rare! AE double unit of an unknown king, Parata Rajas, ca.1st century AD, s - Raja standing right, holding an uncertain object (?) / Swastika, unread Karoshti inscriptions around. 20mm, 4.47 grams. Mitch., Indo-Greek, -; Mitch., ACW, -; Senior, Indo-Scythian, 291-293; Mitch., ATC, -.Extremely rare, unpublished in most references. Very nice condition, die break on reverse.
AE 1/2 kakini, Ganapati Naga, c.340 AD, Nagas of Narwar, India - with MAHARAJA S - The Naga Kings held a large territory in Malwa and other regions (expending their territory as far as Mathura in the middle of the third century AD by taking it from the weakening Kushans). The last of the Nagas, Ganapati Naga, submitted to the Gupta Emperor Samudragupta.
Silver drachm (jital) of the Abbasid Governor Yaqub ibn Layith of Seistan as "Kh - Horseman right, holding banner; ma in Nagari to left; "Adl" ("Just") in Arabic to right / śri khudarayaka in Nagari, recumbent zebu bull to left with symbol on rump; to left, star above pellet above crescent. Kabul mint. 20mm, 2.89 grams. Tye #23. Shahi lands were subjected to repeated attacks and occupation by various Muslim states, with Kabul falling around 870 AD. However, the popular coinage of Kabul was retained soon after the takeover, the Abbasid Caliphal Governor of Kabul, Yaqub ibn Layith of Seistan, added his personal biruda œSri Khudarayaka� in Nagari above the bull and the Arabic word œadl�, meaning œjust�, to the right of the horseman™s head.
Silver drachm of the Abbasid Governor Yaqub ibn Layith of Seistan as "Khudarayak - Horseman right, holding banner; ma in Nagari to left; "Adl" ("Just") in Arabic to right / śri khudarayaka in Nagari, recumbent zebu bull to left with symbol on rump; to left, star above pellet above crescent. Kabul mint. 20mm, 2.98 grams. Tye #23. Shahi lands were subjected to repeated attacks and occupation by various Muslim states, with Kabul falling around 870 AD. However, the popular coinage of Kabul was retained soon after the takeover, the Abbasid Caliphal Governor of Kabul, Yaqub ibn Layith of Seistan, added his personal biruda œSri Khudarayaka� in Nagari above the bull and the Arabic word œadl�, meaning œjust�, to the right of the horseman™s head.
Silver drachm of the Abbasid Governor Yaqub ibn Layith of Seistan as "Khudarayak - Horseman right, holding banner; ma in Nagari to left; "Adl" ("Just") in Arabic to right / śri khudarayaka in Nagari, recumbent zebu bull to left with symbol on rump; to left, star above pellet above crescent. Kabul mint. 20mm, 2.96 grams. Tye #23. Shahi lands were subjected to repeated attacks and occupation by various Muslim states, with Kabul falling around 870 AD. However, the popular coinage of Kabul was retained soon after the takeover, the Abbasid Caliphal Governor of Kabul, Yaqub ibn Layith of Seistan, added his personal biruda œSri Khudarayaka� in Nagari above the bull and the Arabic word œadl�, meaning œjust�, to the right of the horseman™s head.
Silver drachm of the Abbasid Governor Yaqub ibn Layith of Seistan as "Khudarayak - Horseman right, holding banner; ma in Nagari to left; "Adl" ("Just") in Arabic to right / śri khudarayaka in Nagari, recumbent zebu bull to left with symbol on rump; to left, star above pellet above crescent. Kabul mint. 20mm, 2.87 grams. Tye #23. Shahi lands were subjected to repeated attacks and occupation by various Muslim states, with Kabul falling around 870 AD. However, the popular coinage of Kabul was retained soon after the takeover, the Abbasid Caliphal Governor of Kabul, Yaqub ibn Layith of Seistan, added his personal biruda œSri Khudarayaka� in Nagari above the bull and the Arabic word œadl�, meaning œjust�, to the right of the horseman™s head.
Silver Sasanian drachm of Vahran V - Silver drachm of the Sasanian Vahran V. As usual for Sasanian drachms, the reverse of this coin shows the Zoroastrian fire altar flanked by richly dressed attendants. Reference: Göbl Sasanian Numismatics, Yazdgard I, bust type I, reverse type 2 (plate IX/155. ).
Silver Sasanian drachm of Yazdgard I - Silver drachm of the Sasanian Yazdgard or Yazdgird I. Reference: Göbl Sasanian Numismatics, Yazdgard I, bust type I, reverse type 1 (Plate 9/147). As usual for Sasanian drachms, the reverse of this coin shows the Zoroastrian fire altar flanked by richly dressed attendants.
Sasanian Empire, Khusro II (590-628 AD) AR Drachm 33mm - Sasanian Empire, Khusro II AR Drachm. R everse : Fire altar with two attendants, crescents on heads, inside triple dotted-border, crescents with stars at 3, 6, 9 and 12. Die Axis: 9h. Weight: 4.02 g.
Tabaristan, Abbasid governors (c. 780-794 AD) AR Hemidrachm 24mm - Tabaristan, Abbasid governors AR Hemidrachm. triple dotted-border, crescents with stars at 3, 6, 9 and 12 o’clock, three pellets at the diagonals. crescents with stars at 3, 6 and 9 o’clock. Weight: 1.75 g.
SASANIAN KINGS.Husrav (Khosrau) II. AR Drachm.591-628 AD - SASANIAN KINGS. Husrav (Khosrau) II. AD 591-628. AR Drachm (32 mm, 4.02 gr). AY (Ērān-xvarrah-Šābuhr [Susa]) mint. RY 34 (AD 624). Lightly toned, a few minor marks on overse otherwise very fine.
Silver drachm, Salisuka (c.215-202 BC), Pataliputra, Mauryan Empire, India (G/H - Five punch-marked symbols / Small bankers' marks. Irregular flat silver planchet, 14mmx13mm, 3.41 grams. Pataliputra mint. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC VI IV A 1 (#542); Mitchiner ACW 4203ff. Salisuka Maurya was a ruler of the Indian Mauryan dynasty. He ruled from 215-202 BCE. He was the successor of Samprati Maurya. The Yuga Purana section of the Gargi Samhita mentions him as wicked, quarrelsome, unrighteous ruler, who cruelly oppressed his subjects.
Silver drachm, Ajaya Deva (c.1110-25), Chahamanas of Sakambhari, India - Four-armed Lakshmi seated facing / Two lines in Brahmi: Sri Aja/ya Deva. 16mm, 4.11 grams. Mitchiner NIS 456-457. Scarce. The Chahamanas of Sakambhari, at least in the 12th centrury, distinguished themselves by successfully fighting the Muslim invaders from Ghazni. At times, they were vassals of the Chaulukyas.
Silver drachm, Ajaya Deva (c.1110-25), Chahamanas of Sakambhari, India - Four-armed Lakshmi seated facing / Two lines in Brahmi: Sri Aja/ya Deva. 16mm, 4.21 grams. Mitchiner NIS 456-457. Scarce. The Chahamanas of Sakambhari, at least in the 12th centrury, distinguished themselves by successfully fighting the Muslim invaders from Ghazni. At times, they were vassals of the Chaulukyas.
Unlisted silver dramma, Gujarat (c.1000-1150), Chaulukya-Paramaras, India - Indian imitations of the Sassanian coins of Emperor Peroz (Firuz), Saindhava/Chalukya/Abhira/Chapa series. These coins were minted in Northern India by the Rajput dynasties of Saurashtra and Gujarat and imitated the earlier Sassanian drachms.
Billon tanka of Mohamed III (1325-1351), 735 AH, Delhi Sultanate, India (D370) - Duriba fi zaman al-abd al-rafi rahmat allah muhammad bin // al-sultan al-sa'id al-shahid tughluq shah, fi saneh khams thelathin wa deb miat. 20mm, 9.00 grams. NM (Delhi?), dated (with the date written out) to 735 AH (1334 AD). Goron/Goenka #D370. Nice and attractive example, well-centered. Muhammad bin Tughluq was born to Ghiyas-ud-din Tughlaq, who was in turn the son of a Turkic slave father and a Hindu Indian mother, and was the founder of the Tughluq dynasty after taking control of the Delhi Sultanate. He saw a long and eventful reign - numismatically, he left a fascinating record which included numerous coin types which included remarkable issues of fiduciary bronze tankas and half-tankas.
Unlisted silver dramma, Gujarat (c.1000-1150), Chaulukya-Paramaras, India - Indian imitations of the Sassanian coins of Emperor Peroz (Firuz), Saindhava/Chalukya/Abhira/Chapa series. These coins were minted in Northern India by the Rajput dynasties of Saurashtra and Gujarat and imitated the earlier Sassanian drachms.
Unlisted silver dramma, Gujarat (c.1000-1150), Chaulukya-Paramaras, India - Indian imitations of the Sassanian coins of Emperor Peroz (Firuz), Saindhava/Chalukya/Abhira/Chapa series. These coins were minted in Northern India by the Rajput dynasties of Saurashtra and Gujarat and imitated the earlier Sassanian drachms.
Unlisted silver dramma, Gujarat (c.1000-1150), Chaulukya-Paramaras, India - Indian imitations of the Sassanian coins of Emperor Peroz (Firuz), Saindhava/Chalukya/Abhira/Chapa series. These coins were minted in Northern India by the Rajput dynasties of Saurashtra and Gujarat and imitated the earlier Sassanian drachms.
Unlisted silver dramma, Gujarat (c.1000-1150), Chaulukya-Paramaras, India - Indian imitations of the Sassanian coins of Emperor Peroz (Firuz), Saindhava/Chalukya/Abhira/Chapa series. These coins were minted in Northern India by the Rajput dynasties of Saurashtra and Gujarat and imitated the earlier Sassanian drachms.
Silver karshapana, Nanda period (ca.345-323 BC), Magadha, India (G/H #450) - Five punch-mark symbols / Small bankers' marks. Irregular flat silver planchet, 17mmx16mm, 3.51 grams. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC series IV XXXIII A1 (#450). Scarce, nice quality. The Nanda Empire originated from the kingdom of Magadha in Ancient India during the 5th and 4th centuries BC. At its greatest extent, the Nanda Empire extended from Bengal in the east, Punjab in the west and as far south as the Vindhya Range.
Silver karshapana, Nanda period (ca.345-323 BC), Magadha, India (G/H #450) - Five punch-mark symbols / Small bankers' marks. Irregular flat silver planchet, 18mmx14mm, 3.53 grams. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC series IV XXXIII A1 (#450). Scarce, nice quality. The Nanda Empire originated from the kingdom of Magadha in Ancient India during the 5th and 4th centuries BC. At its greatest extent, the Nanda Empire extended from Bengal in the east, Punjab in the west and as far south as the Vindhya Range.
Silver karshapana, Nanda period (ca.345-323 BC), Magadha, India (G/H #450) - Five punch-mark symbols / Small bankers' marks. Irregular flat silver planchet, 17mmx15mm, 3.60 grams. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC series IV XXXIII A1 (#450). Scarce, nice quality. The Nanda Empire originated from the kingdom of Magadha in Ancient India during the 5th and 4th centuries BC. At its greatest extent, the Nanda Empire extended from Bengal in the east, Punjab in the west and as far south as the Vindhya Range.
Silver karshapana, Nanda period (c.345-323 BC), Magadha, India (G/H #464) - Five punch-mark symbols / Small bankers' marks. Irregular flat silver planchet, 20mmx17mm, 3.39 grams. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC series IV XXXIV A1 (#464). Scarce, nice quality. The Nanda Empire originated from the kingdom of Magadha in Ancient India during the 5th and 4th centuries BC. At its greatest extent, the Nanda Empire extended from Bengal in the east, Punjab in the west and as far south as the Vindhya Range.
Silver karshapana, Nanda period (c.345-323 BC), Magadha, India (G/H #464) - Five punch-mark symbols / Small bankers' marks. Irregular flat silver planchet, 20mmx15mm, 3.46 grams. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC series IV XXXIV A1 (#464). Scarce, nice quality. The Nanda Empire originated from the kingdom of Magadha in Ancient India during the 5th and 4th centuries BC. At its greatest extent, the Nanda Empire extended from Bengal in the east, Punjab in the west and as far south as the Vindhya Range.
Silver karshapana, Nanda period (c.345-323 BC), Magadha, India (G/H #428) - The Nanda Empire originated from the kingdom of Magadha in Ancient India during the 5th and 4th centuries BC. At its greatest extent, the Nandas extended from Bengal in the east, Punjab in the west and as far south as the Vindhya Range.
Silver karshapana, Nanda period (c.345-323 BC), Magadha, India (G/H #464) - Five punch-mark symbols / Small bankers' marks. Irregular flat silver planchet, 19mmx18mm, 3.46 grams. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC series IV XXXIV A1 (#464). Scarce, nice quality. The Nanda Empire originated from the kingdom of Magadha in Ancient India during the 5th and 4th centuries BC. At its greatest extent, the Nanda Empire extended from Bengal in the east, Punjab in the west and as far south as the Vindhya Range.
Silver square 8 gani of Mubarak (1316-1320), 720AH/1320, Delhi Sultanate, India - Arabic legends on both sides: Qutb al-dunya wal din in margins, abu'l muzaffar khalifat allah within a square / Mubarakshah al-sultan ibn al-sultan. Dated to 720 AH / 1320 AD. 14mm, 3.42 grams. Mintless type. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" D271, Rajgor 1023.
RR silver karshapana, Nanda period (ca.345-323 BC), Magadha, India (G/H #360) - Five punch-mark symbols / Small bankers' marks. 17mmx16mm, 3.47 grams. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC series IV X A 2 (#360). Rated VR (very rare) in Gupta/Hardaker. The Nanda Empire originated from the kingdom of Magadha in Ancient India during the 5th and 4th centuries BC. At its greatest extent, the Nanda Empire extended from Bengal in the east, Punjab in the west and as far south as the Vindhya Range.
Silver karshapana, Nanda period (c.345-323 BC), Magadha, India (G/H #428) - The Nanda Empire originated from the kingdom of Magadha in Ancient India during the 5th and 4th centuries BC. At its greatest extent, the Nandas extended from Bengal in the east, Punjab in the west and as far south as the Vindhya Range.
RR silver karshapana, Nanda period (c.345-323 BC), Magadha, India (G/H #441) - Five punch-mark symbols / Small bankers' marks. Irregular flat silver planchet, 15mmx18mm, 3.31 grams. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC series IV XXXI J 13 (#441). Very rare, rated VR in Gupta/Hardaker. The Nanda Empire originated from the kingdom of Magadha in Ancient India during the 5th and 4th centuries BC. At its greatest extent, the Nanda Empire extended from Bengal in the east, Punjab in the west and as far south as the Vindhya Range.
Silver square 8 gani of Mubarak (1316-1320), 718AH/1318, Delhi Sultanate, India - Arabic legends on both sides: Qutb al-dunya wal din in margins, abu'l muzaffar khalifat allah within a square / Mubarakshah al-sultan ibn al-sultan. Dated to 718 AH / 1318 AD. 14mm, 3.49 grams. Mintless type. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" D271, Rajgor 1023.
AR drachm of Samprati (c.216-207 BC), Pataliputra, Mauryan Empire, India (G/H 57 - Five various symbols / Small banker's mark. 13mmx14mm, 3.44 grams. Pataliputra mint. Mitchiner ACW 4193; Gupta/Hardaker ISPC VI IV F 26 (#573). Samprati was an emperor of Maurya dynasty who reigned from ca. 216-207 BCE. He was the son of Ashoka's blind son, Kunala. He succeeded his cousin, Dasharatha as emperor of the Mauryan Empire and ruled almost the entire present-day Indian subcontinent. Emperor Samprati is poorly highlighted in history. He is regarded as the "Jain Ashoka" for his patronage and efforts to spreading Jainism in east India.
Silver drachm, Vindhyavarman (c.1175-1194), Paramaras of Malwa, India (M-T3) - Over the years various attributions for these coins were proposed. The early attributions to the Rashtrakutas are untenable. Mitchiner attributed these coins to the Silaharas of Konkan, but that attribution is now out of favour, since the coins are not found in Konkan, but much further north, in Malwa region.
1st issue HUGE silver karshapana, ca.550-461 BC, Magadha Janapada, India (G/H#11 - Five various punchmarks / Blank. HUGE silver planchet, rare 1st issue karshapana. 29mmx21mm, 3.25 grams. Gupta and Hadraker I XXI A 4 (#150). A wonderful huge silver coin from the lifetime of Buddha. First issue Karshapanas are very rare, and are hard to find. The date when these coins started being issued is most obscure. It is fairly certain that by ca.470 BC the large flat karshapanas such as this coin were replaced by karshapanas of the same weight but struck on smaller, thicker flan. So the tentative dating of these coins is ca.550 BC (when the first coins of this type were produced) until about 470 BC, when they were replaced by type II karshapanas.
Silver karshapana, Nanda period (ca.345-323 BC), Magadha, India (G/H #450) - Five punch-mark symbols / Small bankers' marks. Irregular flat silver planchet, 19mmx11mm, 3.52 grams. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC series IV XXXIII A1 (#450). Scarce, nice quality. The Nanda Empire originated from the kingdom of Magadha in Ancient India during the 5th and 4th centuries BC. At its greatest extent, the Nanda Empire extended from Bengal in the east, Punjab in the west and as far south as the Vindhya Range.
Silver drachm, Vindhyavarman (c.1175-1194), Paramaras of Malwa, India (M-T3) - Over the years various attributions for these coins were proposed. The early attributions to the Rashtrakutas are untenable. Mitchiner attributed these coins to the Silaharas of Konkan, but that attribution is now out of favour, since the coins are not found in Konkan, but much further north, in Malwa region.
Silver drachm, Vindhyavarman (c.1175-1194), Paramaras of Malwa, India (M-T3) - Over the years various attributions for these coins were proposed. The early attributions to the Rashtrakutas are untenable. Mitchiner attributed these coins to the Silaharas of Konkan, but that attribution is now out of favour, since the coins are not found in Konkan, but much further north, in Malwa region.
Silver drachm, Vindhyavarman (c.1175-1194), Paramaras of Malwa, India (M-T3) - Over the years various attributions for these coins were proposed. The early attributions to the Rashtrakutas are untenable. Mitchiner attributed these coins to the Silaharas of Konkan, but that attribution is now out of favour, since the coins are not found in Konkan, but much further north, in Malwa region.
Silver drachm, Vindhyavarman (c.1175-1194), Paramaras of Malwa, India (M-T4) - Over the years various attributions for these coins were proposed. The early attributions to the Rashtrakutas are untenable. Mitchiner attributed these coins to the Silaharas of Konkan, but that attribution is now out of favour, since the coins are not found in Konkan, but much further north, in Malwa region.
Silver drachm, Vindhyavarman (c.1175-1194), Paramaras of Malwa, India (M-T3) - Over the years various attributions for these coins were proposed. The early attributions to the Rashtrakutas are untenable. Mitchiner attributed these coins to the Silaharas of Konkan, but that attribution is now out of favour, since the coins are not found in Konkan, but much further north, in Malwa region.
Silver drachm, Vindhyavarman (c.1175-1194), Paramaras of Malwa, India (M-T3) - Over the years various attributions for these coins were proposed. The early attributions to the Rashtrakutas are untenable. Mitchiner attributed these coins to the Silaharas of Konkan, but that attribution is now out of favour, since the coins are not found in Konkan, but much further north, in Malwa region.
Bronze 1/4 Karshapana, Sunga Kingdom (187-75 BC), unlisted variety - Elephant and rider left / Three-arched hill (chaitya) with crescent, single dot inside. Ancient cast coin, quite nice for these! 14mm, 1.9 grams. Mitchiner 4371-4373 var. (this exact type with a single on reverse is not listed).
Unpublished silver karshapana with swastika /w snakes of Pushyamitra Sunga (185- - Six different punchmarks on obverse, including a swastika with snake heads on each arm / small banker's marks on reverse. Dates to the later years of Pushyamitra Sunga, probably one of the very last issues of Pushyamitra Sunga ever issued.
Very rare barbarous imitation of an anonymous large bronze karshapana, local coi - Tree-in-railing to the right and sacred hill symbol to the left / Blank. 18x17mm, 3.95 grams. Imitating Pushkalavati mint, Mitchiner type 527.Most unusual crude copy of a karshapana, weighing about a third of what is should weigh (the size is almost the same, though). Unlisted in all my references.
Rare square karshapana with a frog, Ujjain (ca.150-75 BC) - Human figure, holding a standard with a tourine symbol, symbols in field, a line of tourine symbols within lines below / frog. 17x13mm, 3.5 grams. Boppearachchi Class 13, #2 (page 109). Rare!
Large 1/2 karshapana (40 ratti), Karttikeya type, Ujjain (ca.150-75 BC) - Small horse running right, Ujjain symbol in the left upper field / Ujjain symbol with swastikas between the arms. 17x15mm, 3.7 grams. Mitchiner ACW 4624; Boppearachchi p.99 #8. Rare!Mitchiner and some other references report the animal on obverse as a bull, but Boppearachchi assumes it is a horse (I agree with Boppearachchi's conclusion).
Unlisted punchmarked bronze 1/4 vimshatika (25 ratti), Central India, ca.2nd-1st - Variuos punchmarks, including an elephant walking left / blank. 17x12mm, 2.75 grams.Perhaps from Ujjain or from a neighbouring town. The weight standard is that of a late Sunga karshapana or a 1/4 vimshatika of 100 ratti. Interesting piece! Not in standard references, it seems.
Rare square 1/2 karshapana, Ujjain (ca.150-75 BC) - Three-arched hill with a bush on top / Wheel (?) surrounded by groups of symbols. 12x11mm, 2.2 grams. Boppearachchi Class 10, #3 (page 105); BMC pl. XIX #10 (attributed to Eran). Rare!This type is attributed to Eran by some authorities - that attributions seems more probable than Ujjain.
Bronze 1/4 karshapana (10 ratti), unpublished type, Ujjain or another city in ce - Tree-in-railing, standard and an uncertain symbol, punchmarked on a square planchet / Blank. 10x9mm, 0.9 grams. Boppearachchi p.115, #16.The coin is unpublished in Mitchiner or elsewhere - Boppearachchi is the only reference where this type appears. Rare.
Bronze 1/4 karshapana (10 ratti), unpublished type, Ujjain or another city in ce - Tree-in-railing, standard and an uncertain symbol, river underneath, punchmarked on a square planchet / Blank. 10x9mm, 0.9 grams. Boppearachchi p.115, #16.The coin is unpublished in Mitchiner or elsewhere - Boppearachchi is the only reference where this type appears. The river is not visible of the Boppearachchi coin. Rare.
Bronze 1/4 Karshapana, Sunga Kingdom (187-75 BC), Elephant RIGHT - VERY RARE - Elephant and rider RIGHT / Three-arched hill (chaitya) with crescent. Ancient cast coin, quite nice for these! 15mm, 2.4 grams. This type with elephant facing right (instead of the usual left) is known only from a single example, published in Bopearachchi (#15) as a unique coin.Unlisted in Mitchener and all other major references.The last ruler of the Mauryan dynasty was Brithadratha.
Cast bronze 1/16th Karshapana, Sunga Kingdom (187-75 BC), scarcer type - Tree-in-railing / Voided cross. Ancient cast coin, rare type. 8mm, 0.8 grams. Mitchiner ACW 4361-4362. The last ruler of the Mauryan dynasty was Brithadratha. With the fall of Mauryas, India lost its political unity.
Rare square 1/2 karshapana, Ujjain (ca.150-75 BC) - Blank / Wheel (?) surrounded by groups of symbols. 12x12mm, 1.5 grams. Boppearachchi Class 10 var., #3 (page 105); BMC pl. XIX #10 (attributed to Eran). Rare!This type is attributed to Eran by some authorities - that attributions seems more probable than Ujjain.
Bronze 1/4 karshapana (10 ratti), unpublished type, Ujjain or another city in ce - Tree-in-railing, standard and an uncertain symbol, punchmarked on a square planchet / Blank. 10x9mm, 0.9 grams. Boppearachchi p.115, #16.The coin is unpublished in Mitchiner or elsewhere - Boppearachchi is the only reference where this type appears. Rare.
Unpublished (?) bronze 1/16th (?) Karshapana, Sunga Kingdom (187-75 BC) - Elephant left / Three-arched hill (chaitya) with crescent. Ancient cast coin. Seems to be an unpublished tiny denomination! 11mm, 0.9 grams.The last ruler of the Mauryan dynasty was Brithadratha. The north-western regions comprising Rajputana, Malwa and Punjab passed into the hands of the foreign rulers.
Rare 1/2 karshapana from Malwa region, Kausambi (?), 3rd century BC - Horse standing right, a few letters in the right lower field / blank. 9x9mm, 0.9 grams. Bopearachchi p.114 #2;These punch-marked bronzes, struck with a single punch-mark on one side and unstuck on reverse, are regarded as the earliest bronze Indian coinage, struck in an attempt to change the coinage system based exclusively on silver karshapanas. Such pieces are known from various locations in central India - Mathura, Kausambi and Ujjain.
RRR punchmarked 1/4 shatamana, Kamboja Janada, c.500-400 BC, India - The coins of Kamboja Janapada were derived from the coins of Gandhara Jnapada, as they used a similar punchmarked symbol (with a different number of arms, though). They might be the earliest of all punchmarked Indian coins.
Rare commemorative silver 1/4 tanka, Ghiyas Shah in n/o Mahmud (1436-1469), Malw - All these coins are rare. The sacking of Delhi by the Mongol conqueror Timur in the early fifteenth century caused the breakup of that sultanate into smaller states, and in 1401 Dilawar Khan, previously Malwa's governor under the rule of Delhi, declared himself sultan of Malwa.
Square silver 1/4 tanka of Mahmud I (1436-1469), Malwa Sultanate - Legends on boths sides: Al-sultan al-adil ala al-dunya wa'l din / abu'l muzzaffar mahmud shah al-sultan. Dated to 860 AH = 1456 AD. Made of high quality silver. 13x12mm, 2.0 grams. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" M-35.
Unpublished? Square silver 1/12th tanka of Ghiyas Shah (1469-1500), Malwa Sultan - Legends on both sides: Ghiyas shah bin mahmud shah khalji / al kabriya lillah. Date off flan. Made of high quality silver. 10x10mm, 0.78 grams. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" M-. The sacking of Delhi by the Mongol conqueror Timur in the early fifteenth century caused the breakup of that sultanate into smaller states, and in 1401 Dilawar Khan, previously Malwa's governor under the rule of Delhi, declared himself sultan of Malwa.
Silver dramma, Saurashtra and Gujarat (c.900-1000), Gurjura-Pratiharas, N. India - Indian imitations of the Sassanian coins of Emperor Peroz (Firuz), Saindhava/Chalukya/Abhira/Chapa series. These coins were minted in Northern India by the Rajput dynasties of Saurashtra and Gujarat and imitated the earlier Sassanian drachms.
AE drachm of Megha Chandra Deva (15th century AD (?)), Kangra Kingdom - rare typ - Stylized horseman right, letter Sri above horseman / Maharaja Sri Meghasa Chandra Deva in Nagari in three lines. 15mm, 3.0 grams. "The Catalogue of Katoch rulers of Kangra"# 520-576. Tye 72.2. Rare type with the long version of the inscription. Kangra is a district is in the western part of Himachal Pradesh, in the low foothills of the Himalayas. It was the place of an ancient Hindu Kangra Kingdom. The kings of Kangra are almost unknown in history, their existence was shadowy and the dating of their reigns is tentative.Their coins are fairly scarce, not well-studied and difficult to find.
Silver tanka of Nasir al-din Nusrat (1519-1531), Khalifabad mint, Bengal Sultana - Al-Sultan bin al-sultan Nasir al-Dunya wa'l din abu'l Muzaffar Nusratshah al-Sultan bin-Husein Shah al-Sultan al-huseini khallada allah mulkahu spread on both sides, date and mint. Dated to 922 AH / 1516. 26.5mm in diameter, 10.81 g. Khalifabad mint. Scarce. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B833.
Bare bust type AR obol of Eurcratides I (172-145 BC), Balkh?, Indo-Greek Baktria - Bare bust right / Greek legend BAΣIΛEΩΣ EYKPATIΔOY (of King Eucratides), caps of the Dioskuri and palms, IAI monogram at lower left. 10mm, 0.50 grams. Balkh mint?. Bopp. Series 3; SNG ANS 469. SKU X3456-53445 Eucratides I (reigned 172/171–145 BC), was one of the most important Greco-Bactrian kings. Eucratides overthrew the Euthydemid dynasty of Bactria (possibly killing Demetrius) and restored the Diodotid dynasty of Diodotus I, allied to the Parthian Empire. Eucratides fought against the easternmost Hellenistic and Indian rulers in India, holding territory in the Indus and as far as Barigaza until he was finally defeated by Menander and pushed back to Bactria.
AE drachm of Megha Chandra Deva (15th century AD (?)), Kangra Kingdom - Stylized horseman right, letter Sri above horseman / Maharaja Sri Megha Chandra Deva in Nagari in four lines. Scarce. Much nicer than these usually are. 14mm, 3.4 grams. "The Catalogue of Katoch rulers of Kangra"#520-576. Scarce.Kangra is a district is in the western part of Himachal Pradesh, in the low foothills of the Himalayas. It was the place of an ancient Hindu Kangra Kingdom. The kings of Kangra are almost unknown in history, their existence was shadowy and the dating of their reigns is tentative.Their coins are fairly scarce, not well-studied and difficult to find.
AE drachm of Singar Chandra Deva (late 15th century AD (?)), Kangra Kingdom - Stylized horseman right / Inscriptions in 3 lines: "Maharaja Sri Singar Chandra Deva". Scarce. Much nicer than these usually are. 14mm, 3.02 grams. "The Catalogue of Katoch rulers of Kangra"#457-498.Kangra is a district is in the western part of Himachal Pradesh, in the low foothills of the Himalayas. It was the place of an ancient Hindu Kangra Kingdom. The kings of Kangra are almost unknown in history, their existence was shadowy and the dating of their reigns is tentative. Their coins are fairly scarce, not well-studied and difficult to find.
Rare huge bronze dam, Emperor Jahangir (1605-1628), Mughal Empire - Date off flan. Excellent large coin, very attractive, thick and heavy. Much nicer than the scan. 20mm, 20.59 grams. Mint unread. Nuruddin Jahangir (August 31, 1569 - 1628) was the ruler of the Mughal Empire from 1605 until 1628.
Rare! Bronze drachm with a tamgha reverse, issued ca.475-576 AD, Turko-Hepthalit - Bust right wearing bull headdress; Napki Malka in , tamgha behind bust / Tamgha within a double border. 22mm, 2.29 grams. Mitchiner ACW type 1527-1528.In 576 Turko-Hepthalites overran the Nezak posessions in Bactrian and Gandhara, and replaced the standard "Nezak Malka" with a new "Napki Malka" type (replacing the Bull crown with this spiky crown).
Silver tanka of Fakhr al-din Mubarak (1339-1349), Hadrat Jalal Sunargaon mint, E - Al sultan al-azam Fakhr al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar mubarakshah al-sultan / yamin khalifat allah nasir amir al-muminin within a circle, mint and date in the margin. Hadrat Jalal Sunargaon mint, dated to 746 AH (1345 AD). 25mm, 10.5 grams. Excellent condition, some drill marks. "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" B-136. Rare.
Completely unpublished silver punch drachm of Samprati (ca.216-207 BC), Mauryan - SIX punch-mark symbols (see below) / Two small punch-marks (a "wheel" and a dot surrounded by arrows and crescents). Irregular flat silver planchet, 17x16mm, 3.27 grams. Unpublished, but this coin is a derivative of Gupta/Hardaker ISPC VI IV F 145 (#574). Very unusual coin, showing the expected 5 punchmarks and another extra mark (shown below). Unpublished in the standard references. The Mauryan Empire was India's first great unified empire. It lasted from 321 to 185 BCE, and was ruled by the Mauryan dynasty. At its height it ruled virtually all of northern and central India and parts of Afghanistan and Pakistan.
Rare 1st series large silver vimshatika from Kashi Janapada, period of occupatio - Four punchmarks (see below) and a number of various bankers' marks / Three bankers' marks. HUGE size (24x24mm), 4.60 grams. RARE! Rajgor 771; "Kasala Silver Punchmarked Coinage" Series 1.4.15.1 (#24). In ca.525 BC Kashi, the long-time enemy of Kasala, was conquered by it, and was administered as a Kasala province until the conquest of Kasala by Magadha in ca.475 BC when both Janapadas were incorporated into the Magadha Empire. During the earlier part of this period, Kashi issued vimshatikas, and later (under Magadha) switched to a karshapana standard, closely adhering to the general layout of the Kasala coins.
Scarce quality silver tanka ("from the land tax of banga") of Rukn al-Din Kaikau - Arabic inscriptions within squares and in margins on both sides: al-sultan al-azzam rukn al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar kaikaus al-sultan bin al-sultan bin sultan, "from the land tax of banga" around / legends citing caliph al-Mustasim. Dated to 689 AH = 1290 AD. 29mm, 10.7 grams. Lakhnauti mint. Rare. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B88.
Superb HUGE silver tanka of Nasir al-din Nusrat (1519-1531), Bengal (B-805) - Al-Sultan bin al-sultan Nasir al-Dunya wa'l din abu'l Muzaffar Nusratshah al-Sultan bin-Husein Shah al-Sultan al-huseini spread on both sides within ornate double borders. Dated to ficticious date 926 AH = 1520 AD. 29mm in diameter, 10.7 g. Dar-ul-Darb mint. Scarce. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B-805.
Silver punch drachm, period of Mahapadma Nanda and his sons (ca.345-323 BC), Mag - Five punch-mark symbols / Small bankers' marks. Irregular flat silver plachet, 17x15mm, 3.3 grams. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC series IV XXXI D 1 (#406); Mitchiner ACW 4041. Scarce.The Nanda Empire originated from the kingdom of Magadha in Ancient India during the 5th and 4th centuries BC.
Rare Ujjain mint silver punch drachm of Kunala (ca.232-224 BC), Mauryan Empire - Three punched symbols: 3 figures on a single punchmark and other symbols (see below) / Rooster on stupa symbol. 15mm, 3.36 grams. Malwa mint (Ujjain). Gupta/Hardaker VII II C 25 (#591); Mitchiner ACW 4245. The Mauryan Empire was India's first great unified empire. It lasted from 321 to 185 BCE, and was ruled by the Mauryan dynasty. At its height it ruled virtually all of northern and central India and parts of Afghanistan and Pakistan.
EXTREMELY rare and unpublished! Æ Obol (AE14), Sahi Tigin, ca.710-720 AD, Nezak - Crowned bust facing right, holding spear, no inscriptions / Fire altar with a ribbon, four crosses in field. 14mm, 0.54 grams. Brown patina. Unpublished.A similar type, but with a bust facing three-quarters foward and holding spear is published in Gobl, Dokumente Em. 256. The type with the bust facing right seems to be unpublished.
Scarce bronze falus struck possibly struck by an unknown "Mahmud" in the early 1 - Inscriptions on both sides: Fi al-tarikh (date off flan) / Mahmud.. abu'l fadl. Thick square planchet. 15mmx16mm, 7.3 grams. "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" 260var/261; Rajgor -. The coin has the obverse of M260 but the reverse of M261, perhaps indicating that these were struck in the same time. This enigmatic type was probably issued in the period after the initial deposition of Baz Bahadur and the time when he regained the throne, or during some other even in these times when Malwa was overrun by the more powerful neighbours.This would suggest that a certain Mahmud (Mahmud of Gujarat?) took over the governemtn between the reigns of Baz Bahadur. Interesting and enigmatic coins
Scarce punched 1/2 karshapana of King Indramitra (ca.75-50 BC), Panchala, India - Standing deity on railing, a pillar on each side / Three "Panchala symbols" in a row, Indamitrasa in Brahmi in the second line, all deeply incused in a square. 15mm, 4.1 grams. Excellent condition, as nice as these come! Mitchener ACW 4539-4540.
High quality billon drachm or hemidrachm of 'Napki Malka' (after ca.576 AD), Tur - Bust right wearing winged head-dress; abbreviated Napki Malka, contracted into two letters - tamgha and two cornucopeas behind / Attendants and a fire altar, derived from the Sassanian coins. Very rare small-flan thick isse, 20.5mm, 2.35 grams. Mint of Gandhara, Mitchiner ACW 1533. In excellent condition, with beautiful black smooth patina, much nicer than the photo.In 576 Turko-Hepthalites overran the Nezak posessions in Bactrian and Gandhara, and replaced the standard "Nezak Malka" with a new "Napki Malka" type (replacing the Bull crown with this spiky crown).
Rare small 1/2 obol, Gandharan type with a standard, issued ca.475-576 AD, Weste - Bust right wearing bull headdress; no legend, tamgha behind bust, standard in front of the bust / Attendants and a fire altar, derived from the Sassanian coins. 15mm, 0.57 grams. Mitchiner ACW type 1541 (unlisted for hemiobol, only for obol). These rare coins imitated the coinage of Peroz. Their production was stopped with the Western Turks overran the Western Afghanistan area in 576 AD.
Very nice rare silver tanka of Shihab ud-Din Bayazid Shah (1412-1414 AD), mintle - Inscription: Al-Muayyad bi-tayid al-rahman shihab al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar bayazid shah al-sultan / Nasir amir al-muminin ghawth al-islam wa'l muslimin khallada khalifatahu, mint and date in the margin, Muazzamabad type, date off-flan. Excellent large silver coin. 29mm, 10.85 grams. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B-286. Coins of the short lived Sultan Bayazid are all rare. This coin has a somewhat crystallized silver.
EXTREMELY RARE silver tanka of Muizz al-Din Bahram (1240-1242), Delhi - Al-sultan al-sultan al-azam mu'izz al-dunya wa'l din abul'l muzaffar bahram Shah bin al-sultan in Arabic / fi' ahd legend and caliph al-Mustansir. Delhi mint, dated to 638 AH = 1241 AD. Extremely rare - one of the scarcest Sultans in the entire Delhi series, VERY difficult to find, especially in such a nice grade. Rajgor 888, "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" D111.
Gorgeous silver tanka of Sikandar Shah I (1357-1389 AD), Hadrat Firuzabad mint, - Al-imam al-azam abu'l mujahid sikandar shah ibn ilyas shah al-sultan / Yamin khalifat allah nasir amir al-muminin khallada allah khalifatahu, mint and date on the reverse. Mint of Hadrat Firuzabad, dated to 776 AH = 1373 AD. 30mm, 11.4 grams (exceptionally heavy). "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B181.
RARE huge silver Bengal mint tanka in the name of Sultan Iltutmish (1210-1235), - Al-Sultan al-muazzam shams al-dunya wa'l din abul muzaffar Iltutmish al-sultani yamin khalifat allah nisr amir al-muminin / Shahada and caliph (al-Nasir). Struck by Ghiyas al-Din Iwad, governor of Bengal, second series (622 AH / 1224 AD). 30mm, 10.7 grams. Bengal mint, dated to 622 AH / 1224 AD. Very rare. Rajgor 825, "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" B39.
RARE! Bengal issue tanka of Balban (1266-1287), Lakhnauti mint in Bengal, Delhi - Legend spread on both sides: Al Sultan al-azam ghiyath al-dunya wa'l din abu'l sutan muzaffar / al Imam al-Mustasim amir al-muminin ("Imam al-Mustasim, leader of the faithful), date and mint in circular margins. Superb high quality, light toning. Dated to 667 AH = 1268 AD. 29mm, 10.7 grams. Mint of Lakhnauti. Very rare!!! "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" B78, Rajgor 936. Might be of type B-79 (with the month of the issue written along with the year), but the month is not visible (struck off-flan?).
Unlisted 1/2 falus of Mahmud Shah (1458-1511), Gujarat Sultanate, India - Nasir al-dunya wa'l din / Mahmud Shah al-Sultan. 16mm, 4.58 grams. Mintless type. "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" #-; Rajgor -. SKU T774-3741 Interesting piece, unlisted in the standard references, though this type is fairly common.
Silver tanka of Sikandar bin Ilyas (1357-1389 AD), Bengal Sultanate (B-181), Ind - Inscriptions on both sides: Al-imam al-azam abu'l mujahid Sikandar Shah ibn Ilyas Shah al-Sultan / Yamin khalifat allah nasir amir al-muminin khallada allah khalifatahu. "Hadrat" Firuzabad mint, date off flan. Excellent large coin. Scarce. 29mm, 10.6 grams. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B181; R-208. Lots of bankers and cut marks.
Quality silver 2 ghani of Ghiyath al-Din Balban (1266-1287 AD), Sultanate of Del - Bilingual inscriptions (reflecting the intersection of Islamic and Hindu cultures): Balban in Arbic in a double circle, Sri Sultan Ghayasadin in nagari around / al-sultan al-azam ghiyath al-dunya wal din in arabic. Two-ghani piece (=2 jitals = jital dugani = 1/24th of a silver tanka). Excellent debased silver coin, decent quality metal. 16mm, 3.5 grams. "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" D-165; Rajgor 927, 930; Mitchiner WOI 2526.The Delhi Sultanate, or Sulthanath-e-Hind/Sulthanath-e-Dilli refers to the various dynasties that ruled in India from 1210 to 1526. Several Turko-Afghan dynasties ruled from Delhi: the Slave dynasty (1206-90), the Khilji dynasty (1290-1320), the Tughlaq dynasty (1320-1413), the Sayyid dynasty (1414-51), and the Lodi (1451-1526).
Scarce silver tanka of Taj al-Din Firuz Shah (1397-1422 AD) of Gulbarga - Arabic inscriptions on both sides, translating "Sultan of the time and the age, he who confides in the support of the Merciful One". Dated to819 AH = 1416 AD. 27mm, 11.1 grams, toned, large test-cut on reverse. Mint of Hadrat Ahsanabad. "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" BH63, Rajgor 2570.
Scarce billon drachm of Pithama Chandra Deva (after ca.1250 AD), Kangra Kingdom, - Stylized horseman right / Inscriptions "Sri Pithama Chandra Deva" in three lines. 13mm, 3.02 grams. "The Catalogue of Katoch rulers of Kangra"#358ff; Tye 69. Rare ruler! Kangra is a district is in the western part of Himachal Pradesh, in the low foothills of the Himalayas. It was the place of an ancient Hindu Kangra Kingdom. The kings of Kangra are almost unknown in history, their existence was shadowy and the dating of their reigns is tentative.Their coins are fairly scarce, not well-studied and difficult to find.
Silver tanka of Sikandar bin Ilyas (1357-1389 AD), Bengal (B-181) - Inscriptions on both sides: Al-imam al-azam abu'l mujahid Sikandar Shah ibn Ilyas Shah al-Sultan / Yamin khalifat allah nasir amir al-muminin khallada allah khalifatahu. "Hadrat" Firuzabad mint, date off flan. Excellent large coin. Scarce. 28mm, 10.5 grams. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B181; R-208.
Huge silver tanka of Sikandar bin Ilyas (1357-1389 AD), Bengal - Al wathiq bi-ta yid al-rahman abu'l mujahid Sikandar Shah bin Ilyas Shah al Sultan, in the margins: al-imam al azam wal khalifat almu'azzam and the four khaliphs / Yamin khalifat allah nasir amir al-muminin ghawth al-islam wal muslimin khalda khalifatahu. "Baldat-al-Mahrusah" Firuzabad mint, dated 781 AH = 1379 AD. Excelent high grade huge coin. 30mm, 10.8 grams. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B192.
Silver tanka of Shams Al-Din Ilyas (1342-1357 AD), Bengal (B-151) - Inscriptions on both sides: Al-Sultan al-adil shms al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar ilyas shah al-sultan / Sikandar al-thani yamin al-khalifa amir al-muminin. Firuzabad mint. Large silver coin, measuring 25mm, 10.6 grams. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B-151.
Quality silver 2 ghani of Ghiyath al-Din Balban (1266-1287 AD), Sultanate of Del - Ghiyasuddin Balban (reigned: 1266 1287 as a Sultan of Delhi) was a son of a Central Asian Turkic noble of the Ilbari tribe, but as a child he was captured by Mongols and sold as a slave at Ghazni. Later, he was bought by Sultan Iltutmish in 1232 CE.
Large slver tanka of Nasir al-din Nusrat (1519-1531), Dar al-Darb Fathabad mint, - Al-sultan bin al-sultan nasir al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar Nusrat Shah al-sultan bin husain shah al-sultan al-husaini khallada allah mulkahu in arabic spread on both sides, mint and date (dated to 965 AH (error for 925 AH) = 1518 AD. 26mm in diameter, 10.70 g. "Dar al-Darb" Fathabad. Scarce. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B810.
Silver tanka of Shams Al-Din Ilyas (1342-1357 AD), Bengal (B-151) - Inscriptions on both sides: Al-Sultan al-adil shms al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar ilyas shah al-sultan / Sikandar al-thani yamin al-khalifa amir al-muminin. Firuzabad mint. Large silver coin, measuring 25mm, 10.6 grams. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B-151.
Silver tanka of Shams Al-Din Ilyas (1342-1357 AD), Firuzabad mint, Bengal Sultan - Inscriptions on both sides: Al-Sultan al-adil shms al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar ilyas shah al-sultan / Sikandar al-thani yamin al-khalifa nasir al-muminin. Firuzabad mint. Large silver coin, measuring 25mm, 10.8 grams. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B-152. Rare!
Rare type! Silver tanka of Ghiyath al-din Azam (1389-1410), Muazzamabad mint, Be - Al-mu'ayyad bi-ta'yid al-rahman ghiyath al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar azam shah al sultan within a square, the names of the four Caliphs in margins / Nasir al-Islam wa'l muslimin nasir amir al-muminin within a multifoil, date and mint in the margin. Muazzamabad mint, date off-flan. 26mm in diameter, 10.75 g. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B-245.
Attractive large silver tanka, Ghiyas-Ud-Din Azam Shah (1389-1416), Bengal Sulta - Inscriptions in quatrefoil: Ghiyath al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzzafar azamshah al-sultan, additional inscriptions in the margin: al-sultan al-azam al-muayyad bi-tayid al-mulk al-rahman / Inscription in a circle: Nasir amir al-muminin ghawth al-islam wal muslimin khallada mulkahu, date and mint in the margin. One of the most beautiful issues from Bengal. Excellent HUGE silver coin, very attractive, thick and heavy. Nice! 30 mm in diameter (HUGE!!!), 10.7 grams. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B-241; Rajgor 227.
Large slver tanka of Nasir al-din Nusrat (1519-1531), Dar al-Darb Fathabad mint, - Al-sultan bin al-sultan nasir al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar Nusrat Shah al-sultan bin husain shah al-sultan al-husaini khallada allah mulkahu in arabic spread on both sides, mint and date (dated to 925 AH / 1518 AD. 25mm in diameter, 10.66 grams. "Dar al-Darb" Fathabad. Scarce. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B810.
Scarce Khazana mint tanka of Nasir al-din Nusrat (1519-1531), Bengal - Silver Tanka, Islamic inscriptions/ Islamic inscriptions. Dated to "93" = 930? AH = 1523 AD. 24mm in diameter, 10.3 g. Khazana mint. Rare. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B835. Khazana mint, active in that period of time produced relatively small numbers of coins of Nusrat for some reason. Nusrat's coins from that mint, like this tanka, are scarce.
Scarce tanka of Ghiyas ud-Din Mahmud Shah (939-945 AH/1532-1548 AD), Bengal Sult - 29mm in diameter (large!!!), 10.7 g. Silver Tanka, Inscriptions / Inscriptions. No mint (probably minted at Sayidabad), undated. Excellent large silver coin, very attractive, thick and heavy. Rare type! "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B941.
Billon tanka of Firuz (1351-1388 AD), Sultanate of Delhi - Islamic inscriptions on both sides, Firuz shah sultani darabat bi-hadrat dehli / Al-khalifat amir al-mu minin khulidat khilafatuhu. 17mm, 9.1 grams. Dated to 764 AH = 1362 AD. Hadrat Dehli mint. White colour, decent quality billon. "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" D473.
RARE type! Silver tanka of Nasir Al-Din Mahmudl (837-864 AH / 1433-1459), Bengal - Scarce silver tanka of Nasir Al-Din Mahmud (837-864 AH / 1433-1459), Bengal. Large silver coin, measuring 27mm, 10.9 grams. Inscriptions on both sides. Undated, no mintmark. Excellent high grade large and scarce silver coin. This type is among the rarest issues of Mahmud. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B427.
Huge bronze ghani of Ahmd Shah II (1435-1457), Gulbarga Sultanate - Islamic inscriptions on both sides. al-mu 'tasim bi-hail allah al-mannan sammi khalil al-rahman abu'l muzzafar (The protector with the strength of God, the munificent, known as the friend of Merciful One etc) / 'ala' al-dunya wa'l din Ahmd shah al-sultan. Dated to 841 AH = 1437 AD. 22mm in diameter, 6mm thick, 16.3grams. Large and thick! "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" BH-84, Rajgor 2600.
Rare 1/2 karshapana from Surasena Janapada (ca.400-350 BC), unlisted in Rajgor - One large punch-mark on obverse, depicting an animal standing right, surrounded by a number of minor symbols / blank, traces of the undertype visible. Overstruck on an earlier half-karshapana from Kuru. 12mm, 1.6 grams, rare. This type is not unlisted in Rajgor.Surasena was one of the sixteen original Mahajanapadas of the Buddhist chronicles. The name of that country is derived for the name of Sura, the King of Surasena and the father of Vasudeva and Kunti. The location is at Braj, the region around Mathura in Uttar Pradesh. The history of this Janapada is is very obscure - the ruling family is known to have styled itself "Yadava" family, and that some of their kings were cloely related to the royal family of Avanti. Around 350 AD Surasena was conquered by Mahapadma Nana of Magadha.
Silver tanka of Shams Al-Din Ilyas (1342-1357 AD), rare Hadrat Jalal Sunargaon m - Inscriptions on both sides: Al-Sultan al-adil shms al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar ilyas shah al-sultan / Sikandar al-thani yamin al-khalifa nasir al-muminin. Hadrat Jalal Sunargaon mint. Large silver coin, measuring 26mm, 10.8 grams. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B-158.
Silver tanka of Ala Al-Din Husain (899-925 AH / 1493-1519 AD), Bengal Sultanate, - 26mm in diameter (large!!!), 10.7 g. Silver Tanka, Inscriptions / Inscriptions within scalloped borders. Khazana mint, dated to 916 AH / 1510 AD (unlisted year for this type!). Excellent large silver coin, very attractive, thick and heavy. Scarce. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B709.
Fourth "Victory issue" tanka of Ala Al-Din Husain (899-925 AH / 1493-1519 AD), B - 28mm in diameter (large!!!), 10.7 g. Silver Tanka, Inscriptions / Inscriptions. Fourth "Victory issue", Dar al-Darb mint, dated to 922 AH / 1516. Excellent large silver coin, very attractive, thick and heavy. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B741.
Anonymous Indo-Sassanian silver drachm w/SRI HA, Chahamanas in Rajasthan, ca.900 - The territory ruled by them was known as Sapadalaksha. Until the 10th century, they ruled as Gurjara-Pratihara vassals. Decent silver, nice large coin. These coins are of unknown provenance - they are found in the Rajasthan and nearby areas, but it is uncertain who issued these coins.
Silver tanka of Ala Al-Din Husain (899-925 AH / 1493-1519 AD), Bengal Sultanate, - 29mm in diameter (large!!!), 10.7 g. Silver Tanka, Inscriptions / Inscriptions. Khazaba mint, dated to 809 (sic) / 908 AH / 1502 AD (unrecorded year). Excellent large silver coin, very attractive, thick and heavy. Scarcer type. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B709.
Silver punch drachm of Kunala (ca.232-224 BC) with an unpublished punch-mark, Ma - Many punch-mark symbols (see below) / A single punch-mark. Irregular flat silver planchet (15mm, 3.4g). Gupta/Hardaker ISPC V XIV A 21 (#510-515 var).The regular punchmark depicting tree-in-railing is depicted on this coin surrounded by a number of symmetric dots - this punchmark is unpublished anywhere in standard references. Interesting and unique.The Mauryan Empire was India's first great unified empire. It lasted from 321 to 185 BCE, and was ruled by the Mauryan dynasty. At its height it ruled virtually all of northern and central India and parts of Afghanistan and Pakistan.
Silver tanka of Ala Al-Din Husain (899-925 AH / 1493-1519 AD), Bengal Sultanate, - 27 mm in diameter (large!!!), 10.7 g. Silver Tanka, Inscriptions / Inscriptions within scalloped borders. Huseinabad mint, dated to 904 AH / 1498 AD. Excellent large silver coin, very attractive, thick and heavy. Scarce. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B765.
Fourth "Victory issue" tanka of Ala Al-Din Husain (899-925 AH / 1493-1519 AD), B - 30mm in diameter (large!!!), 10.7 g. Silver Tanka, Inscriptions / Inscriptions. Fourth "Victory issue", Muhammadabad mint, dated to 914 AH / 1506 AD. Excellent large silver coin, very attractive, thick and heavy. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B746.
Silver tanka of Rukn Al-Din Barbak (864-879 AH / 1459-1474 AD), Dar al-Darb mint - Rukn al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar barbakshah al-sultan bin mahmud al-sultan / al muayyad bi-tayid al-rahman khalifat allah bi'l hujjat wa'l burhan, date below. 28mm, 10.8 grams .Dar al-Darb mint. Dated to 867 AH / 1462 AD. 28mm, 10.80 grams. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B-536.
Rare type! Silver tanka of Nasir Al-Din Mahmud (837-864 AH / 1433-1459), Bengal - Extremely rare silver tanka of Nasir Al-Din Mahmud (837-864 AH / 1433-1459), Bengal. Large silver coin, measuring 25mm, 10.9 grams. Inscriptions on both sides. Khalifatabad mint, dated to 847 AH / 1443 AD. Very attractive and large. Extremely rare type! "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B417.
Scarcer tanka of Nasir al-Din Mahmud (1246-1266), Sultanate of Delhi, India (D-1 - Arabic inscriptions on both sides: Al-sultan al-azzam Nasir al-dunya wal din abul muzaffar Mahmud ibn sultan / Arabic inscriptions, citing Caliph al-Mustansir, date and mint name in the margins. Mint of Delhi. 28mm, 10.96 grams. "The Coin sof the Indian Sultanates" D-138, Rajgor 918. The Delhi Sultanate, or Sulthanath-e-Hind/Sulthanath-e-Dilli refers to the various dynastiesthat ruled in India from 1210 to 1526. Several Turko-Afghan dynastiesruled from Delhi: the Slave dynasty (1206-90), the Khilji dynasty(1290-1320), the Tughlaq dynasty (1320-1413), the Sayyid dynasty(1414-51), and the Lodi (1451-1526).
RRRR! Third "Victory issue" tanka of Ala Al-Din Husain (1493-1519 AD), Bengal Su - Inscriptions on both sides: Al-sultan al-fath al-kamru al-kamta wa jajnagar bi-inayat allah al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar husain shah al-sultan bin sayyid ashraf husaini khallad allah mulkahu wa sultanahu fathabad. Fathabad mint, dated to 89x AH (899) =1493 AD. 26mm, 10.29 g. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B725. This is an EXCEPTIONALLY rare third "Victory" issue which includes the"bi-inayat allah" expression. Of highest rarity!!! Excellent large silver coin, very attractive, thick and heavy. One or two specimens of this type were published. The third Victory type consisted only of this type.
Extremely rare and unpublished! 6-mashakas from Andhra Janapada, ca.500-350 BC, - Four punchmarked symbols symbols (yoni (female sexual organs), elephant left, bull left, plow left) / Blank. 17x14mm, 1.28 grams. Rajgor's "Punchmarked coins of the early historic India" series 2 (wrongly listed as 1/4 karshapana) (closely related to Series 2 #27), but an unpublished type. Extremely rare!!! Ancient country of Andhra was located between the Godavari and the Krishna rivers. The captial city was Dhanakataka, modern Bezwada. They issued silver karshapanas and fractions, all extremely rare and poorly studied.
Large silver rupee of Daud Shah Kararani (1572-1576 AD), Bengal. - Inscriptions on both sides. Da'ud Shah sulaiman shah kararani khallada allah mulkahu wa sultanahu, with Sti Daud Shahi in Nagari / Khallada mentioning the first four Caliphs. Mint of Tanda. Excellent high grade huge silver coin. Rare. Large silver coin, measuring 30mm, 11.1 grams. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B982.
Extremely rare and unpublished! 6-mashakas from Andhra Janapada, ca.500-350 BC, - Four punchmarked symbols symbols (yoni (female sexual organs), elephant left, bull left, plow RIGHT) / Blank. 17x14mm, 1.28 grams. Rajgor's "Punchmarked coins of the early historic India" series 2 (wrongly listed as 1/4 karshapana) (closely related to Series 2 #27), but an unpublished type. The right-facing "plow" mark is known from this coin only (it always faces left on Andhran coins). Extremely rare!!! Ancient country of Andhra was located between the Godavari and the Krishna rivers. The captial city was Dhanakataka, modern Bezwada. They issued silver karshapanas and fractions, all extremely rare and poorly studied.
Quality billon 2-ghani of Balban (1266-1287), Sultanate of Delhi, India - Ghiyasuddin Balban (reigned: 1266 1287 as a Sultan of Delhi) was a son of a Central Asian Turkic noble of the Ilbari tribe, but as a child he was captured by Mongols and sold as a slave at Ghazni. Later, he was bought by Sultan Iltutmish in 1232 CE.
RARE Satgaon mint tanka of Jalal ud-Din Muhammad Shah (818-836 AH/1415-1432 AD), - Inscriptions in Tughra characers on both sides: Al-Muayyad bi-tayid al-rahman Jalal al-din Mohammed Shah al-Sultan in Tughra / Shahada, mint and date in the margin. Arsah Satgaon mint, dated to 828 AH / 1424 AD. Excellent large silver coin. EXTREMELY rare, especially with a clear mint name like on this one. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B352. This date is unlisted in the "Coins of the Indian Sultanates" (only 827 AD is published)
Rare! Silver tanka of Jalal-Ud-Din Mohamed Shah (818-836 AH / 1415-1432 AD), Ben - Large silver tanka of Jalal-Ud-Din Mohamed Shah (818-836 AH / 1415-1432 AD) from his second reign, Bengal. Large silver coin, measuring 30mm, 10.8 grams. Inscriptions on both sides. Dated to 827 AH / 1424 AD. Arsah Chatgaon mint. Excellent high grade large silver coin. EXTREMELY RARE! "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B352.
Silver tanka of Shams Al-Din Ilyas (743-758 AH / 1342-1357 AD), Bengal Sultanate - Large silver tanka of Shams Al-Din Ilyas (743-758 AH / 1342-1357 AD), Bengal. Large silver coin, measuring 25mm, 10.8 grams. Inscriptions on both sides. Shahr-i-Nau mint. Excellent high grade large silver coin. Scarce. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B155.
RR silver tanka of Muhammad Shah (1415-1432), Arsah Chatgaon (Chittagong) mint, - RR silver tanka of Muhammad Shah (1415-1432), Arsah Chatgaon (Chittagong) mint, Bengal Sultanate, India (B-347) Inscriptions in Tughra characters on both sides: Al-Muayyad bi-tayid al-rahman Jalal al-din Mohammed Shah al-Sultan in Tughra / Shahada, mint and date in the margin. Arsah Chatgaon mint (modern Chittagong in Bangladesh), dated to 829 AH = 1425 AD. 30mm, 10.18 grams. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B347. Excellent large silver coin. EXTREMELY rare, especially with a clear mint name like on this one.
Late issue AE stater of King Harsha (1089-1101), Kashmir Kingdom, India - Harsha, also Harshadeva, (ruled 1089-1101 CE) was a Hindu king of Kashmir, India. Harsha belonged to the Utpala dynasty, of which he was the last ruler. Ha-rsha // Highly stylized King standing facing, sacrificing at altar at left, legend at right in Sharada script.
AE drachm of Triloka Chandra II (15th century AD (?)), Kangra Kingdom, India - Stylized horseman right / Inscriptions in 3 lines: "Maharaja Sri Triloka Chan Deva". Scarce. Much nicer than these usually are. 14mm, 3.2 grams. "The Catalogue of Katoch rulers of Kangra"#400-456. Kangra is a district is in the western part ofHimachal Pradesh, in the low foothills of the Himalayas. It was the place of anancient Hindu Kangra Kingdom. The kings of Kangra are almost unknown inhistory, their existence was shadowy and the dating of their reigns istentative. Their coins are fairly scarce, not well-studied and difficult tofind.
AE drachm of Rupa Chandra I (ca.13th century), Kangra Kingdom, India - Stylized horseman right / Stylized bull, inscriptions above ("Sri Rupa"). Scarce. Much nicer than these usually are. 13mm, 3.0 grams. "The Catalogue of Katoch rulers of Kangra"#11-12. Kangra is a district is in the western part of Himachal Pradesh, in the low foothills of the Himalayas. It was the place of an ancient Hindu Kangra Kingdom. The kings of Kangra are almost unknown in history, their existence was shadowy and the dating of their reigns is tentative.Their coins are fairly scarce, not well-studied and difficult to find.
Square silver 1/2 tanka of Ghiyas Shah (1469-1500), 891 AH / 1485 AD, Malwa Sult - The sacking of Delhi by the Mongol conqueror Timur in the early fifteenth century caused the breakup of that sultanate into smaller states, and in 1401 Dilawar Khan, previously Malwa's governor under the rule of Delhi, declared himself sultan of Malwa.
Extremely rare 1/4 shatamana, Kamboja Janapada, India, struck ca.500-400 BC - The coins of Kamboja Janapada were derived from the coins of Gandhara Jnapada, as they used a similar punchmarked symbol (with a different number of arms, though). They might be the earliest of all punchmarked Indian coins.
Rare silver drachm of Krishna Raja (ca.550-575 AD), Kalachuris in Deccan, India - The history of Western India from this period is almost unknown, but the coins of this type were based on the coins of the Traikutaka ruler Vyaghrasena, who ruled in the late 400's., as it is impossible to reconcile these coins otherwise.
Silver dramma, Saurashtra and Gujarat (c.900-1000), Gurjura-Pratiharas, N. India - Indian imitations of the Sassanian coins of Emperor Peroz (Firuz), Saindhava/Chalukya/Abhira/Chapa series. These coins were minted in Northern India by the Rajput dynasties of Saurashtra and Gujarat and imitated the earlier Sassanian drachms.
Rare! Silver "heavy" karshapana from Kasala Janapada, late independent period, 5 - Four punchmarks (as shown above) / A number of bankers' marks. Irregular flan, ca.25x22 mm, 3.00 grams. Rajgor 954. This issue was probably transitional between vimshatikas and the later, "light" karshapanas. This type was probably struck in the 5th century, either in the years immediately preceding the conquest of Kosala by Magadha or perhaps immediately afterwards. Rare coin, very nice for these.
Silver rupee, Maratha Confederacy, Bhonslas, Ahmd Shah (1748-1754), Kattak mint - Barbarized Inscriptions on both sides. Dated to ficticious regnal year 5x. Mint of Kattak (Cuttack). 19mm, 10.80 grams. KM 16var (with the normal Kattak mintmark). This issue without one of the two Kattak mintmarks (jugate arabic "3") is not listed in Krause. Rare.
Silver tetradrachm (Zeus Nikephorus type) of Azes II (ca. 35 BC - 5 AD), North C - BAΣILEΩΣ BAΣILEΩN MEΓALOY AZOY ("Great King of Kings Azes"), King on horse, holding whip, right / Kharoshti legend: Maharajasa Rajarajasa Mahatasa Ayasa ("The Great King of Kings Azes"), Zeus Nikephorus standing left, holding winged Nike and long scepter, monograms in fields. 23mm, 8.90 grams. North Chach C mint. Senior 854M. Azes II was king of Bactria from 35 BC to 5 AD. He is often associated with one of the three "Magi", the "Wise Men" or "Kings", who visited Jesus on the night of his birth according to the Gospel of Matthew.
Gold 1/4 Ashrafi of Suleiman Mirza, Sub-King in Badakhshan (1529-1584) in the na - Gold 1/4 Ashrafi of Suleiman Mirza, Sub-King in Badakhshan (1529-1584) in the name of the Mughal Emperor Humayun (1530-1556) Shahada / Name and titles of Humayun. 13mm, 0.72 g. Rare. Badakhshan mint. Album 2464. Excellent quality, much nicer than these usually are. The Mirzas were a sub-clan of the Timurids who conquered northern India and established the Mughal empire. Most of the fractional gold of Badakhshan bore the names of the Mughal rulers, Babar, Humayan, and Akbar.
Fourth "Victory issue" tanka of Ala Al-Din Husain (1493-1519 AD), Fathabad mint, - Long legends in arabic covering both sides, naming Husain and giving his titles. Date ("89") and mint name (Fathabad) in the end of the legend on the reverse. 28mm, 10.51 grams. Fathabad mint. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B739. "Fourth victory" issue, minted around 913 AH (1507 CE) or so. Rare with a clear date and mint.
Silver drachm of Skandagupta (455-467 AD), altar type, Gupta Empire - Crude bust of king right / Lighted altar with a few steps, in Brahmi: Parama-bhagavata Sri Skandagupta Kramaditya. 11mm, 1.70 grams. Mitchiner ACW 4869-4872. SKU T780-33569 Skandagupta (ca. 455-467 CE) was a Gupta Emperor of northern India. He famously repulsed an invasion by the Indo-Hephthalites (known as Hunas in India), probably the Kidarites, and is generally considered the last of the great Gupta Emperors.
Rare silver 1/16th shatamana (shana) from Gandhara Janapada, ca.500-400 BC, Indi - A single punchmark (6-armed Gandharan symbol with a dot between two of the arms) / blank. 12mm, 0.69 grams. Rare. Rajgor 579var. Gandhara was a region and a country in the ancient northern India (modern Pakistan). Gandhara Janapada was one of the 16 Janapadas mentioned in the Buddhist chronicles. It was a subject of the Achaemenid Empire during the reign of Darius in the late 6th century BC, and was the birthplace of the first indian coins.
Silver tetradrachm (Zeus Nikephorus type) of Azes II (ca. 35 BC - 5 AD), Taxila - BAΣILEΩΣ BAΣILEΩN MEΓALOY AZOY ("Great King of Kings Azes"), King on horse, holding whip, right / Kharoshti legend: Maharajasa Rajarajasa Mahatasa Ayasa ("The Great King of Kings Azes"), Zeus Nikephorus standing left, holding winged Nike and long scepter, monograms in fields. 23mm, 9.62 grams. Taxila Sirkap B mint. Senior 853H. Azes II was king of Bactria from 35 BC to 5 AD. He is often associated with one of the three "Magi", the "Wise Men" or "Kings", who visited Jesus on the night of his birth according to the Gospel of Matthew.
Silver tanka of Shams Al-Din Ilyas Shah (1342-1357 AD), dated 748 AH (1347 AD), - Shamsuddin Ilyas Shah was the first Sultan of Bengal and founder of the Ilyas Shahi dynasty, which lasted for nearly one hundred and fifty years. A Sunni Muslim of Sistani Afghan origin, he unified the Bengal region into an Islamic kingdom during the 14th century.
Silver rupee of Islam Shah (1545-1552), Narnol mint, Delhi Sultanate - Al-sultan bin al-sultan jalal al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar islam shah bin sher shah sultan khallada allah mulkahu spread on both sides. Narnol mint. Dated to 960 AH = 1552 AD. Very large, 25mm in diameter,11.4 grams. Superb high grade large silver coin. "The coins of theIndian Sultanates" D965, Rajgor 1780.
Silver tanka of Ala Al-Din Husain (1493-1519 AD), Bengal - Sultan's name and titles spread on both sides . Huseinabad mint, dated to 89[9] (last 9 omitted) AH = 1493 AD. Excellent large silver coin, very attractive, thick and heavy. 26mm in diameter (large!!!), 10.6 g. Scarce. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B-770. Please check our huge inventory @ http://www.ancientcoins.ca
Rare karshapana of Samprati (ca.216-207 BC), Ujjain (G/H 586), Mauryan Empire, A - Five punched symbols: 3 figures, rooster on stupa and geometrical symbol / Banker's mark. 13mm, 3.2 grams. Malwa mint (Ujjain). Mitchiner ACW 4246-4247; Gupta/Hardaker ISPC VII I C 26 (#586). SKU x3372-10926 Mitchiner attributes these coins to Samprati, some other authorities attribute this type to Kunala.
Huge and very rare silver vimshatika, Matsya Janapada (600-500 BC), India - Matsya (Sanskrit for "fish") were one of the Indo-Aryan tribes of Vedic India. By the late Vedic period, they ruled a kingdom located south of the Kurus, and west of the Yamuna river which separated it from the kingdom of Panchalas.
Early AR vimshatika, independent Kashi Janapada (c.600-525 BC), India (R-) - Four punchmarks (see below) / Various bankers' marks. 24mm, 4.60 grams. Rajgor Series 55, not listed (different marks 3 and 4) Rare very large early punchmarked Indian coin, pre-Kasala conquest. In ca.525 BC Kashi, the long-time enemy of Kasala, was conquered by it, and was administered as a Kasala province until the conquest of Kasala by Magadha in ca.475 BC. During the earlier part of this period, Kashi issued vimshatikas, and later switched to a karshapana standard, closely adhering to the general layout of the Kasala coins. This coin, as well as a few other we are offering, are from an old US collection of Kashi and Kasala vimshatikas and karshapanas sold by Steve Album. These very large early punchmarks are all rare.
Lot of 5 Kushan tetradrachms, Kanishka & later, Kushan Empire, 100-200 AD #1a - Lot of 5 authentic cleaned large copper tetradrachms of various types, showing various Kushan deities etc. Poor condition, with lots of wear as always. Interesting research group. The price is for the entire group of 5 coins shown on the picture, not per coin. SKU hv8801 The Kushan Empire was a syncretic empire, formed by the Yuezhi, in the Bactrian territories in the early 1st century. It spread to encompass much of modern-day territory of Afghanistan, Pakistan and northern India. The Empire went into decline in the 3rd century, but fragments of it lasted until the rise of the Guptas in the late 4th century,
RRR 1/2 karshapana, Surasena Janapada (c.400-350 BC), Ancient India - Surasena was one of the sixteen original Mahajanapadas of the Buddhist chronicles. The location is at Braj, the region around Mathura in Uttar Pradesh. Around 350 AD Surasena was conquered by Mahapadma Nana of Magadha.
Rare silver vimshatika, Kashi Janapada under Kasala (c.525-475 BC), India (R-776 - Four punchmarks (see below) / Various bankers' marks. 27mm24mm, 4.80 grams. Rajgor Series 58, #776. Rare large early punchmarked Indian coin. In ca.525 BC Kashi, the long-time enemy of Kasala, was conquered by it, and was administered as a Kasala province until the conquest of Kasala by Magadha in ca.475 BC. During the earlier part of this period, Kashi issued vimshatikas, and later switched to a karshapana standard, closely adhering to the general layout of the Kasala coins. This coin, as well as a few other we are offering, are from an old US collection of Kashi and Kasala vimshatikas and karshapanas sold by Steve Album. These very large early punchmarks are all rare.
Lot of 5 Kushan tetradrachms, Kanishka & later, Kushan Empire, 100-200 AD #10 - Lot of 5 authentic cleaned large copper tetradrachms of various types, showing various Kushan deities etc. Poor condition, with lots of wear as always. Interesting research group. The price is for the entire group of 5 coins shown on the picture, not per coin. SKU hv8803 The Kushan Empire was a syncretic empire, formed by the Yuezhi, in the Bactrian territories in the early 1st century. It spread to encompass much of modern-day territory of Afghanistan, Pakistan and northern India. The Empire went into decline in the 3rd century, but fragments of it lasted until the rise of the Guptas in the late 4th century,
Bronze stater of Queen Didda Rani (979-1003 AD), Kashmir Kingdom, India - Didda Rani was one of the celebrated queens, more of a strong than a beneficent monarch. Young husband spoke of her "force of character" as well as her "ruthlessness". She carried the latter trait to the extent of tyranny.
Lot of 5 Kushan tetradrachms, Kanishka & later, Kushan Empire, 100-200 AD #2g - Lot of 5 authentic cleaned large copper tetradrachms of various types, showing various Kushan deities etc. Poor condition, with lots of wear as always. Interesting research group. The price is for the entire group of 5 coins shown on the picture, not per coin. SKU hv8809 The Kushan Empire was a syncretic empire, formed by the Yuezhi, in the Bactrian territories in the early 1st century. It spread to encompass much of modern-day territory of Afghanistan, Pakistan and northern India. The Empire went into decline in the 3rd century, but fragments of it lasted until the rise of the Guptas in the late 4th century,
Nice silver karshapana, Nanda period (ca.345-323 BC), Magadha, India (G/H #464) - Five punch-mark symbols / Small bankers' marks. Irregular flat silver planchet, 17mmx15mm, 3.51 grams. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC series IV XXXIV A1 (#464). Scarce, nice quality. The Nanda Empire originated from the kingdom of Magadha in Ancient India during the 5th and 4th centuries BC. At its greatest extent, the Nanda Empire extended from Bengal in the east, Punjab in the west and as far south as the Vindhya Range.
Nice silver karshapana, Nanda period (ca.345-323 BC), Magadha, India (G/H #450) - Five punch-mark symbols / Small bankers' marks. Irregular flat silver planchet, 19mmx18mm, 3.57 grams. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC series IV XXXIII A1 (#450). Scarce, nice quality. The Nanda Empire originated from the kingdom of Magadha in Ancient India during the 5th and 4th centuries BC. At its greatest extent, the Nanda Empire extended from Bengal in the east, Punjab in the west and as far south as the Vindhya Range.
Nice silver karshapana, Nanda period (ca.345-323 BC), Magadha, India (G/H #450) - Five punch-mark symbols / Small bankers' marks. Irregular flat silver planchet, 21mmx17mm, 3.58 grams. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC series IV XXXIII A1 (#450). Scarce, nice quality. The Nanda Empire originated from the kingdom of Magadha in Ancient India during the 5th and 4th centuries BC. At its greatest extent, the Nanda Empire extended from Bengal in the east, Punjab in the west and as far south as the Vindhya Range.
Nice silver karshapana, Nanda period (ca.345-323 BC), Magadha, India (G/H #450) - Five punch-mark symbols / Small bankers' marks. Irregular flat silver planchet, 21mmx12mm, 3.54 grams. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC series IV XXXIII A1 (#450). Scarce, nice quality. The Nanda Empire originated from the kingdom of Magadha in Ancient India during the 5th and 4th centuries BC. At its greatest extent, the Nanda Empire extended from Bengal in the east, Punjab in the west and as far south as the Vindhya Range.
Rare 1/2 karshapana from Surasena Janapada (ca.400-350 BC), India (R-1194) - One large punch-mark on obverse, depicting an animal standing right, surrounded by a number of minor symbols / blank. 11x9mm, thick, 1.66 grams, rare. Rajgor 1194. Surasena was one of the sixteen original Mahajanapadas of the Buddhist chronicles. The name of that country is derived for the name of Sura, the King of Surasena and the father of Vasudeva and Kunti. The location is at Braj, the region around Mathura in Uttar Pradesh. The history of this Janapada is is very obscure - the ruling family is known to have styled itself "Yadava" family, and that some of their kings were cloely related to the royal family of Avanti. Around 350 AD Surasena was conquered by Mahapadma Nana of Magadha.
Late issue bronze stater of King Harsha (1089-1101), Kashmir Kingdom, India - Harsha, also Harshadeva, (ruled 1089-1101 CE) was a Hindu king of Kashmir, India. Harsha belonged to the Utpala dynasty, of which he was the last ruler. Ha-rsha // Highly stylized King standing facing, sacrificing at altar at left, legend at right in Sharada script.
Early bronze stater of King Harsha (1089-1101), Kashmir Kingdom, India - Harsha, also Harshadeva, (ruled 1089-1101 CE) was a Hindu king of Kashmir, India. Harsha belonged to the Utpala dynasty, of which he was the last ruler. This is an early issue of Harsha - the later issues were small and dumpy, crudely struck with worn dies.
Nice silver karshapana, Nanda period (ca.345-323 BC), Magadha, India (G/H #464) - Five punch-mark symbols / Blank. Irregular flat silver planchet, 19mmx18mm, 3.45 grams. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC series IV XXXIV A1 (#464). Scarce, nice quality. The Nanda Empire originated from the kingdom of Magadha in Ancient India during the 5th and 4th centuries BC. At its greatest extent, the Nanda Empire extended from Bengal in the east, Punjab in the west and as far south as the Vindhya Range.
Silver karshapana, c.185-150 BC, Sunga Kingdom, Malwa, India (G/H 613) - The debased silver coins depicting Ashoka's symbol both on obverse and the reverse were based on older Ashokan design (G/H #566). The weight of these coins was much more diverse compared to the Mauryan standard of 3.4 grams, the coins were struck on roughly cut rectangular flans and the symbols were crude.
Late issue brass stater of King Harsha (1089-1101), Kashmir Kingdom, India - Harsha, also Harshadeva, (ruled 1089-1101 CE) was a Hindu king of Kashmir, India. Harsha belonged to the Utpala dynasty, of which he was the last ruler. Ha-rsha // Highly stylized King standing facing, sacrificing at altar at left, legend at right in Sharada script.
Early bronze stater of King Harsha (1089-1101), Kashmir Kingdom, India - Harsha, also Harshadeva, (ruled 1089-1101 CE) was a Hindu king of Kashmir, India. Harsha belonged to the Utpala dynasty, of which he was the last ruler. This is an early issue of Harsha - the later issues were small and dumpy, crudely struck with worn dies.
Nice silver karshapana, Nanda period (ca.345-323 BC), Magadha, India (G/H #464) - Five punch-mark symbols / Blank. Irregular flat silver planchet, 20mmx13mm, 3.46 grams. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC series IV XXXIV A1 (#464). Scarce, nice quality. The Nanda Empire originated from the kingdom of Magadha in Ancient India during the 5th and 4th centuries BC. At its greatest extent, the Nanda Empire extended from Bengal in the east, Punjab in the west and as far south as the Vindhya Range.
Rare silver drachm, Nanda and his sons (ca.345-323 BC), Magadha, India (G/H #362 - Five punch-mark symbols / Small bankers' marks. Irregular flat silver planchet, 20x13mm, 3.51 grams. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC series IV X A 11 (#362) Rare type. The Nanda Empire originated from the kingdom of Magadha in Ancient India during the 5th and 4th centuries BC. At its greatest extent, the Nandas extended from Bengal in the east, Punjab in the west and as far south as the Vindhya Range. Mahapadma Nanda has been described as the destroyer of all the Kshatriyas. He defeated the Panchalas, Kasis, Haihayas, Kalingas, Asmakas, Kurus, Maithilas, Surasenas, Vitihotras, etc. He expanded his territory till south of Deccan.
RRR AR karshapana, Nanda period (ca.345-323 BC), Magadha, India (G/H #448var) - Five punch-mark symbols / Blank. Oval flat silver planchet, 20mmx19mm, 3.54 grams. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC series IV XXXII B 1 (#448 var (different second symbol)). Very rare type (rated VR (Very Rare) in Gupta Hardaker). The second symbol pictured in G/H for this type is different. It is uncertain if it is an error in the book or if this is a different variety of this rare type. The 4th symbol is incorrectly drawn in the old version of Gupta/Hardaker but was corrected in the last edition from 2014. The Nanda Empire originated from the kingdom of Magadha in Ancient India during the 5th and 4th centuries BC. At its greatest extent, the Nanda Empire extended from Bengal in the east, Punjab in the west and as far south as the Vindhya Range.
Silver karshapana, c.185-150 BC, Sunga Kingdom, Malwa, India (G/H 613) - The debased silver coins depicting Ashoka's symbol both on obverse and the reverse were based on older Ashokan design (G/H #566). The weight of these coins was much more diverse compared to the Mauryan standard of 3.4 grams, the coins were struck on roughly cut rectangular flans and the symbols were crude.
Bronze stater of Sangrama Deva (1003-1028), pre-Islamic Kashmir, India - Highly stylized King standing facing, sacrificing at altar at left, legend at right in Sharada script: Jaya // Ardochsho (Lakshmi) seated facing in lalitasana (with right leg folded under and left leg hanging down), holding diadem in right hand and long-stemmed lotus in left hand, legend in Sharada script: Sa-ngrama. 21mm, 5.90 grams. Very attractive. Mitchiner NIS 179-180. SKU T628-52520 Sangrama Deva was the founder of the Lohara dynasty; he was the nephew of Didda Rani. This coin is much nicer in hand than the photo indicates.
Silver 2-ghani of Ala al-Din Mohamed (1296-1316), Delhi Sultanate, India (Tye 41 - Al-sultan al-azam ala al-dunya wal din in arabic. 17mm, 2.93 grams. "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" D-233; Rajgor 985, 990; Tye 419.1. Juna Khan Khilji, commonly known by his title as Ala-ud-din Khilji, was the second ruler of the Turko-Afghan Khilji dynasty in India.
Silver 2-ghani of Ala al-Din Mohamed (1296-1316), Delhi Sultanate, India (Tye 41 - Al-sultan al-azam ala al-dunya wal din in arabic. 16mm, 3.07 grams. "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" D-233; Rajgor 985, 990; Tye 419.1. Juna Khan Khilji, commonly known by his title as Ala-ud-din Khilji, was the second ruler of the Turko-Afghan Khilji dynasty in India.
Silver 2-ghani of Ala al-Din Mohamed (1296-1316), Delhi Sultanate, India (Tye 41 - Al-sultan al-azam ala al-dunya wal din in arabic. 16mm, 3.47 grams. "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" D-233; Rajgor 985, 990; Tye 419.1. Juna Khan Khilji, commonly known by his title as Ala-ud-din Khilji, was the second ruler of the Turko-Afghan Khilji dynasty in India.
Post-Shahi billon jital from Punjab/Gandhara, late 1000s AD (Tye 33) - Bull facing left, crude Nagari SRI SAMANTA DEVA / Horseman right, Bhi (or Sri) in the right upper field. 13mm, 3.39 grams. Mintless type, uncertain anonymous issue. Tye 33; Deyell 235. SKU T1979-45323 With original silvering. It is not known who issued these coins, but stylistically they can be dated to the very last years of the Kabul Shahi in northern India immediate post-Shahi Islamic period. These billon or silver-plated coins are debased versions of the very late Kabulshahi silver coins (Tye 32). They likely come from the last Kabulshahi strongholds in Gandhara or northern Punjab, though it is not known at this point who this person was and the exact location where these were minted is not known as well.
Rare silver vimshatika, Kashi Janapada under Kasala (c.525-475 BC), India (R-900 - Four punchmarks (see below) / Various bankers' marks. 28mm23mm, 4.53 grams. Rajgor Series 58, #900. In ca.525 BC Kashi, the long-time enemy of Kasala, was conquered by it, and was administered as a Kasala province until the conquest of Kasala by Magadha in ca.475 BC. During the earlier part of this period, Kashi issued vimshatikas, and later switched to a karshapana standard, closely adhering to the general layout of the Kasala coins. This coin, as well as a few other we are offering, are from an old US collection of Kashi and Kasala vimshatikas and karshapanas sold by Steve Album. These very large early punchmarks are all rare.
Rare silver vimshatika, Kashi Janapada under Kasala (c.525-475 BC), India (R-800 - Four punchmarks (see below) / Various bankers' marks. 25mm, 4.72 grams. Rajgor Series 58, #800. Rare large early punchmarked Indian coin. In ca.525 BC Kashi, the long-time enemy of Kasala, was conquered by it, and was administered as a Kasala province until the conquest of Kasala by Magadha in ca.475 BC. During the earlier part of this period, Kashi issued vimshatikas, and later switched to a karshapana standard, closely adhering to the general layout of the Kasala coins. This coin, as well as a few other we are offering, are from an old US collection of Kashi and Kasala vimshatikas and karshapanas sold by Steve Album. These very large early punchmarks are all rare.
Rare silver vimshatika, Kashi Janapada under Kasala (c.525-475 BC), India (R-899 - Four punchmarks (see below) / Various bankers' marks. 27mm20mm, 4.56 grams. Rajgor Series 58, #899. In ca.525 BC Kashi, the long-time enemy of Kasala, was conquered by it, and was administered as a Kasala province until the conquest of Kasala by Magadha in ca.475 BC. During the earlier part of this period, Kashi issued vimshatikas, and later switched to a karshapana standard, closely adhering to the general layout of the Kasala coins. This coin, as well as a few other we are offering, are from an old US collection of Kashi and Kasala vimshatikas and karshapanas sold by Steve Album. These very large early punchmarks are all rare.
Silver drachm, c.950-1026, Kabul Shahi in Punjab and Gandhara (Tye #32) - Horseman right, holding banner; Nagari Bhi in the upper left, Adl (?). in Arabic in the upper right / śri samanta deva in Nagari, recumbent zebu bull to left with symbol on rump; to left, star above pellet above crescent.
Scarce billon tetradrachm, Aspavarma (c.15-45 CE), Arpacarajas, Indo-Scythians - King mounted on a horse, holding a whip. Greek legend around ΒΑΣÎΛΕΩΣ ΒΑΣÎΛΕΩΝ ÎΕΓΑΛΟΥ / ΑΖΟY // Pallas Athena holding spear, and triratna symbol. Kharoshthi legend around Imtravarmaputrasa Aspavarmasa strategasa jayatasa ("Victorious strategos (general) Aspavarma, son of Indravarma").
Rare HUGE silver 1/2 vimshatika, Kasala Janapada, c.600-470 BC, India (R-1021) - The denomination of these coins is unclear. Rajgor calls them "karshapana", but they average 2.6 grams, which is much too light for a standard karshapana of around 3.4 grams. 2.6 grams standard corresponds either to a 1/4 of a late shatamana of 10.8 grams or 1/2 vimshatika of about 5.6 grams.
Silver drachm, c.950-1026, Kabul Shahi in Punjab and Gandhara (Tye #32) - Horseman right, holding banner; Nagari Bhi in the upper left, Adl (?). in Arabic in the upper right / śri samanta deva in Nagari, recumbent zebu bull to left with symbol on rump; to left, star above pellet above crescent.
Silver drachm of Ananga Palla Deva (c.1130-1145), Rajas of Delhi, India - Horseman right, holding standard, Nagari legend: Cha Sri Samanta Deva / Bull facing left, Nagari legend above: Sri Ananga Devah. 15mm, 3.11 grams. Mint of Delhi, Tye #44. SKU T2112-52742 The silver drachms (or jitals) were issued by 9 different Tomaras and Chauhan Rajas of Delhi. These coins of the Hindu Delhi Rajas were copied by Muhammed bin Sam and some later muslim rulers of Delhi. These coins are made of fairly decent silver and of large flans. They are not exactly rare, but they do not show up on the market very often and are difficult to find.
Scarce billon tetradrachm, Aspavarma (c.15-45 CE), Arpacarajas, Indo-Scythians - King mounted on a horse, holding a whip. Greek legend around ΒΑΣÎΛΕΩΣ ΒΑΣÎΛΕΩΝ ÎΕΓΑΛΟΥ / ΑΖΟY // Pallas Athena holding spear, and triratna symbol. Kharoshthi legend around Imtravarmaputrasa Aspavarmasa strategasa jayatasa ("Victorious strategos (general) Aspavarma, son of Indravarma").
Silver 5-mana, Shakya Janapada - time of Buddha, c.600-500 BC, India (R#530) - Uniface cut ingot with a round punchmark, numerous different small bankers' marks around / Blank. 24x18mm, 7.00 grams. Rajgor 530. SKU T2064-53120 Beautiful high grade, very rare as such. The coin is differently described as a double karshapana of 5 shanas or half a shatamana. Shakya was an ancient janapada of India in the 1st millennium BCE, it was located on the modern India-Nepal border. In Buddhist texts, the Sakyas are mentioned as a Kshatriya clan of Gotama gotra. The Sakyas formed an independent kingdom at the foothills of the Himalayas. The Sakya capital was Kapilavastu, currently situated in Nepal. The most famous Sakya was Gautama Buddha, a member of the ruling Gautama clan of Lumbini, who is also known as Shakyamuni Buddha was born and grew up.
Post-Shahi billon jital from Punjab/Gandhara, late 1000s AD (Tye 33) - Bull facing left, crude Nagari SRI SAMANTA DEVA / Horseman right, Bhi (or Sri) in the right upper field. 13mm, 3.58 grams. Mintless type, uncertain anonymous issue. Tye 33; Deyell 235. SKU T1986-52956 It is not known who issued these coins, but stylistically they can be dated to the very last years of the Kabul Shahi in northern India immediate post-Shahi Islamic period. These billon or silver-plated coins are debased versions of the very late Kabulshahi silver coins (Tye 32). They likely come from the last Kabulshahi strongholds in Gandhara or northern Punjab, though it is not known at this point who this person was and the exact location where these were minted is not known as well.
Silver 5-mana, Shakya Janapada - time of Buddha, c.600-500 BC, India (R-) - Uniface cut ingot with a round punchmark, numerous different small bankers' marks around / Blank. 21x18mm, 6.65 grams. Unlisted in Rajgor. SKU T2065-53120 Beautiful high grade, very rare as such. The coin is differently described as a double karshapana of 5 shanas or half a shatamana. Shakya was an ancient janapada of India in the 1st millennium BCE, it was located on the modern India-Nepal border. In Buddhist texts, the Sakyas are mentioned as a Kshatriya clan of Gotama gotra. The Sakyas formed an independent kingdom at the foothills of the Himalayas. The Sakya capital was Kapilavastu, currently situated in Nepal. The most famous Sakya was Gautama Buddha, a member of the ruling Gautama clan of Lumbini, who is also known as Shakyamuni Buddha was born and grew up.
Post-Shahi billon jital from Punjab/Gandhara, late 1000s AD (Tye 33) - Bull facing left, crude Nagari SRI SAMANTA DEVA / Horseman right, Bhi (or Sri) in the right upper field. 13mm, 3.33 grams. Mintless type, uncertain anonymous issue. Tye 33; Deyell 235. SKU T1974-52926 It is not known who issued these coins, but stylistically they can be dated to the very last years of the Kabul Shahi in northern India immediate post-Shahi Islamic period. These billon or silver-plated coins are debased versions of the very late Kabulshahi silver coins (Tye 32). They likely come from the last Kabulshahi strongholds in Gandhara or northern Punjab, though it is not known at this point who this person was and the exact location where these were minted is not known as well.
Scarce billon tetradrachm, Aspavarma (c.15-45 CE), Arpacarajas, Indo-Scythians - King mounted on a horse, holding a whip. Greek legend around ΒΑΣÎΛΕΩΣ ΒΑΣÎΛΕΩΝ ÎΕΓΑΛΟΥ / ΑΖΟY // Pallas Athena holding spear, and triratna symbol. Kharoshthi legend around Imtravarmaputrasa Aspavarmasa strategasa jayatasa ("Victorious strategos (general) Aspavarma, son of Indravarma").
Rare silver vimshatika, Kashi Janapada under Kasala (c.525-475 BC), India (R-899 - Four punchmarks (see below) / Various bankers' marks. 26x25mm, 4.48 grams. Rajgor Series 58, #899 (slightly incorrect depiction of the second symbol). In ca.525 BC Kashi, the long-time enemy of Kasala, was conquered by it, and was administered as a Kasala province until the conquest of Kasala by Magadha in ca.475 BC. During the earlier part of this period, Kashi issued vimshatikas, and later switched to a karshapana standard, closely adhering to the general layout of the Kasala coins. This coin, as well as a few other we are offering, are from an old US collection of Kashi and Kasala vimshatikas and karshapanas sold by Steve Album. These very large early punchmarks are all rare.
Post-Shahi silvered jital from Punjab/Gandhara, late 1000s AD (Tye 33) - Bull facing left, crude Nagari SRI SAMANTA DEVA / Horseman right, Bhi (or Sri) in the right upper field. 13mm, 3.13 grams. Mintless type, uncertain anonymous issue. Tye 33; Deyell 235. SKU T1980-52679 With original silvering. It is not known who issued these coins, but stylistically they can be dated to the very last years of the Kabul Shahi in northern India immediate post-Shahi Islamic period. These billon or silver-plated coins are debased versions of the very late Kabulshahi silver coins (Tye 32). They likely come from the last Kabulshahi strongholds in Gandhara or northern Punjab, though it is not known at this point who this person was and the exact location where these were minted is not known as well.
Post-Shahi billon jital from Punjab/Gandhara, late 1000s AD (Tye 33) - Bull facing left, crude Nagari SRI SAMANTA DEVA / Horseman right, Bhi (or Sri) in the right upper field. 13mm, 3.33 grams. Mintless type, uncertain anonymous issue. Tye 33; Deyell 235. SKU T1976-52678 It is not known who issued these coins, but stylistically they can be dated to the very last years of the Kabul Shahi in northern India immediate post-Shahi Islamic period. These billon or silver-plated coins are debased versions of the very late Kabulshahi silver coins (Tye 32). They likely come from the last Kabulshahi strongholds in Gandhara or northern Punjab, though it is not known at this point who this person was and the exact location where these were minted is not known as well.
High quality jital, Sultan Iltutmish (1210-1235), Sultanate of Delhi - Horseman with spear, Nagari legends / Arabic legends. High quality silver coin. 16mm, 3.6 grams. Wright 92.The Delhi Sultanate, or Sulthanath-e-Hind/Sulthanath-e-Dilli refers to the various dynasties that ruled in India from 1210 to 1526. Several Turko-Afghan dynasties ruled from Delhi: the Slave dynasty (1206-90), the Khilji dynasty (1290-1320), the Tughlaq dynasty (1320-1413), the Sayyid dynasty (1414-51), and the Lodi (1451-1526).
Billon jital of Iltutmish (1210-1235) with number "1" on the bull, Sultanate of - Shams-ud-din Iltutmis (12101236) was the third ruler of the Mamluk dynasty of Delhi of Turkic origin. He was the Governor of Badaun when he deposed Qutub-ud-din's successor Aram Shah and acceeded to the throne of the Delhi Sultanate in 1211.
Large silver rupee of Daud Shah Kararani (1572-1576 AD), Bengal. - Inscriptions on both sides. Da'ud Shah sulaiman shah kararani khallada allah mulkahu wa sultanahu, with Sri Daud Shahiin Nagari / Khallada mentioning the first four Caliphs. Mint of Tanda.Excellent high grade huge silver coin, lightly toned. Rare. Largesilver coin, measuring 30mm, 11.4 grams. "The coins of IndianSultanates" #B-982. Rare.
Scarce square silver 1/8th tanka of Ghiyas Shah (1469-1500), Malwa Sultanate - Legends on both sides: Ghiyas shah bin mahmud shah khalji / al kabriya lillah. Date off flan. Made of high quality silver. 11mmx11mm, 1.25 grams. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" M-78. Small silver fraction from Malwa are quite a bit scarcer than the tankas or half-tankas.
Billon jital of Iltutmish (1210-1235) with number "10" on the bull, Sultanate of - Shams-ud-din Iltutmis (12101236) was the third ruler of the Mamluk dynasty of Delhi of Turkic origin. He was the Governor of Badaun when he deposed Qutub-ud-din's successor Aram Shah and acceeded to the throne of the Delhi Sultanate in 1211.
High quality jital, Sultan Iltutmish (1210-1235), Sultanate of Delhi - Horseman with spear, Nagari legends / Arabic legends. High quality silver coin. 16mm, 3.6 grams. Wright 92.The Delhi Sultanate, or Sulthanath-e-Hind/Sulthanath-e-Dilli refers to the various dynasties that ruled in India from 1210 to 1526. Several Turko-Afghan dynasties ruled from Delhi: the Slave dynasty (1206-90), the Khilji dynasty (1290-1320), the Tughlaq dynasty (1320-1413), the Sayyid dynasty (1414-51), and the Lodi (1451-1526).
Large silver rupee of Daud Shah Kararani (1572-1576 AD), Bengal. - Inscriptions on both sides. Da'ud Shah sulaiman shah kararani khallada allah mulkahu wa sultanahu, with Sri Daud Shahiin Nagari / Khallada mentioning the first four Caliphs. Mint of Tanda.Excellent high grade huge silver coin, lightly toned. Rare. Largesilver coin, measuring 30mm, 11.4 grams. "The coins of IndianSultanates" #B-982. Rare.
Silver drachm of Napki Malka (after ca.576 AD), Turko-Hepthalites in Gandhara - - Bust right wearing bull headdress; SRIO ShAHO and a letter 'A' behind bust, countermark in shape of a small beetle / Attendants and a fire altar, derived fromthe Sassanian coins, two 8-spoked sun wheels in upper fields. Beautiful largecoin, very dark toned silver, 29mm, 3.2 grams. MACW 1491-1494.In 576 Turko-Hepthalites overran the Nezak posessions in Bactrian and Gandhara, and replaced the standard "Nezak Malka" with a new "Napki Malka" type (replacing the Bull crown with this spiky crown).
Silver rupee, Nawab of Bhopal Bahadur (1777-1807), Daulatgarh, Princely States i - Silver rupee of the Mughal Emperor Shah Alam II (1759-1806), struck by the Nawab of Bhopal Hayat Muhammad Khan Bahadur (1777-1807), Daulatgarh mint, Princely States in India Inscriptions on both sides, flared trident mintmark. Dated to regnal year 38 = 1796/1797 AD. Mint of Daultgarh. 19mm, 11.20 grams. KM - (variation of C#12).This variety seems in not in the Krause books.
AE drachm of Apurva Chandra Deva (ca.1340-1351 (?) AD), Kangra Kingdom - Stylized horseman right / Stylized bull, inscriptions above ("Sri Apurva Chandra"). Scarce. Much nicer than these usually are. 14mm, 3.6 grams. "The Catalogue of Katoch rulers of Kangra"#148 or similar.Kangra is a district is in the western part of Himachal Pradesh, in the low foothills of the Himalayas. It was the place of an ancient Hindu Kangra Kingdom. The kings of Kangra are almost unknown in history, their existence was shadowy and the dating of their reigns is tentative.Their coins are fairly scarce, not well-studied and difficult to find.
AE drachm of Triloka Chandra II (15th century AD (?)), Kangra Kingdom - Stylized horseman right / Inscriptions in 3 lines: "Maharaja Sri Triloka Chan Deva". Scarce. Much nicer than these usually are. 14mm, 2.9 grams. "The Catalogue of Katoch rulers of Kangra"#400-456.Kangra is a district is in the western part ofHimachal Pradesh, in the low foothills of the Himalayas. It was the place of anancient Hindu Kangra Kingdom. The kings of Kangra are almost unknown inhistory, their existence was shadowy and the dating of their reigns istentative. Their coins are fairly scarce, not well-studied and difficult tofind.
Rare BILLON drachm of Singar Chandra Deva (late 15th century AD (?)), Kangra Kin - Stylized horseman right / Inscriptions in 3 lines: "Maharaja Sri Singar Chandra Deva". Scarce. Much nicer than these usually are. 14mm, 3.02 grams. "The Catalogue of Katoch rulers of Kangra"#457-498.Very interesting and unusual - the surface is visibly silver-enriched, rare as such!Kangra is a district is in the western part of Himachal Pradesh, in the low foothills of the Himalayas. It was the place of an ancient Hindu Kangra Kingdom. The kings of Kangra are almost unknown in history, their existence was shadowy and the dating of their reigns is tentative. Their coins are fairly scarce, not well-studied and difficult to find.
Silver drachm of Samprati (ca.216-207 BC), Mauryan Empire, Ancient India (G/H 57 - Samrat Samprati was an emperor of Maurya dynasty who reigned from c.224215 BCE. He was the son of Ashoka's blind son, Kunala. The Mauryan Empire was India's first great unified empire. It lasted from 321 to 185 BCE, and was ruled by the Mauryan dynasty.
Nice billon obol of Srio Shaho" (after ca.576 AD), Turko-Hepthalites in Gandhara - Bust right wearing bull headdress; Cursive greek SRIO ShH, tamgha behind bust / Attendants and a fire altar, derived from the Sassanian coins. 13mm, 0.74 grams. Gandhara mint. Mitchiner ACW 1495, Gobl Hunnen Em. 238. Rare!In 576 Turko-Hepthalites overran the Nezak posessions in Bactrian and Gandhara, and replaced the standard "Nezak Malka" with a new "Napki Malka" type (replacing the Bull crown with this spiky crown).
Billon tanka of Firuz (1351-1388 AD) dated to 769 AH/1367 AD, Sultanate of Delhi - Inscriptions on both sides, Firuz shah sultani darabat bi-hadrat dehli / Al-khalifat amir al-mu minin khulidat khilafatuhu. 17mm, 9.10 grams. Dated to 769 AH =1367 AD. Hadrat Dehli mint. White colour, decent quality billon. "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" D-475.
Billon tanka of Firuz (1351-1388 AD) dated to 767 AH/1365 AD, Sultanate of Delhi - Inscriptions on both sides, Firuz shah sultani darabat bi-hadrat dehli / Al-khalifat amir al-mu minin khulidat khilafatuhu. 17mm, 8.79 grams. Dated to 767 AH =1365 AD. Hadrat Dehli mint. White colour, decent quality billon. "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" D-475.
Bronze drachm of Triloka Chandra I (ca. late 13th century), Kangra Kingdom - rar - Stylized horseman right / Brahmi inscriptions in 3 lines: Maharaja / Sri Triloka / Chandra Deva. Scarce. Much nicer than these usually are. 14mm, 3.4 grams. "The Catalogue of Katoch rulers of Kangra"#17 or similar.Rare with underlines inscriptions on the reverse!Kangra is a district is in the western part of Himachal Pradesh, in the low foothills of the Himalayas. It was the place of an ancient Hindu Kangra Kingdom. The kings of Kangra are almost unknown in history, their existence was shadowy and the dating of their reigns is tentative.Their coins are fairly scarce, not well-studied and difficult to find.
Bronze drachm of Triloka Chandra I (1200s), Kangra Kingdom (Tye #68) - Kangra is a district is in the western part of Himachal Pradesh, in the low foothills of the Himalayas. It was the place of an ancient Hindu Kangra Kingdom. The kings of Kangra are almost unknown in history, their existence was shadowy and the dating of their reigns is tentative.Their coins are fairly scarce, not well-studied and difficult to find.
AE drachm of Singar Chandra Deva (late 15th century AD (?)), Kangra Kingdom - Stylized horseman right / Inscriptions in 3 lines: "Maharaja Sri Singar Chandra Deva". Scarce. Much nicer than these usually are. 14mm, 3.4 grams. "The Catalogue of Katoch rulers of Kangra"#457-498. Kangra is a district is in the western part of Himachal Pradesh, in the low foothills of the Himalayas. It was the place of an ancient Hindu Kangra Kingdom. The kings of Kangra are almost unknown in history, their existence was shadowy and the dating of their reigns is tentative. Their coins are fairly scarce, not well-studied and difficult to find.
AE drachm of Apurva Deva (ca.1230s?), Kangra Kingdom, India - scarcer type, with - Sri Apurva chandra Deva in three lines. Much nicer than these usually are. 14mm, 3.4 grams. Tye #67; "The Catalogue of Katoch rulers of Kangra"#189-190. Kangra is a district is in the western part of Himachal Pradesh, in the low foothills of the Himalayas.
Very rare! Anonymous bronze obol, Kidarites (Red Huns), Jammu issues (?), ca.5th - Kushan style king standing, no inscriptions / Crude enthroned Ardoksho, no inscriptions. 14mm, 1.04 grams. Mitchiner NIS -; Gobl -.These obscure coins are probably related to almost identical issues of Kidarite gold staters.This coin comes from a hoard of small hunnic bronze fractions, both Kidarite and Hepthalite (it was actually one of the largest coins in the hoard).
Silver punch drachm of Salisuka (ca.215-202 BC), Pataliputra mint, Mauryan Empir - Five punch-marked symbols / Small bankers' marks. Irregular flat silver planchet, 17.5mmx18mm, 3.35 grams. Pataliputra mint. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC VI IV B 129 (#546). Salisuka Maurya was a ruler of the Indian Mauryan dynasty. He ruled from 215-202 BCE. He was the successor of Samprati Maurya. The Yuga Purana section of the Gargi Samhita mentions him as wicked, quarrelsome, unrighteous ruler, who cruelly oppressed his subjects.
AE drachm of Avatar Chandra Deva (late 15th century AD (?)), Kangra Kingdom - Stylized horseman right, letter Sri above horseman / Maharaja Sri Avatar Chan Deva. in Nagari in three lines. Scarce. Much nicer than these usually are. 14mm, 3.4 grams. "The Catalogue of Katoch rulers of Kangra"#501 or similar.Kangra is a district is in the western part of Himachal Pradesh, in the low foothills of the Himalayas. It was the place of an ancient Hindu Kangra Kingdom. The kings of Kangra are almost unknown in history, their existence was shadowy and the dating of their reigns is tentative.Their coins are fairly scarce, not well-studied and difficult to find.
Silver drachm, Nanda and his sons (ca.345-323 BC), Magadha, Ancient India - G/H - Five punch-mark symbols / Small bankers' marks. Irregular flat silver plachet, 16x18mm, 3.2 grams. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC series IV XXXI G 13 (#425); Mitchiner ACW 4046. The Nanda Empire originated from the kingdom of Magadha in Ancient India during the 5th and 4th centuries BC. At its greatest extent, the Nandas extended from Bengal in the east, Punjab in the west and as far south as the Vindhya Range. Mahapadma Nanda has been described as the destroyer of all the Kshatriyas. He defeated the Panchalas, Kasis, Haihayas, Kalingas, Asmakas, Kurus, Maithilas, Surasenas, Vitihotras, etc. He expanded his territory till south of Deccan.
Very rare type! Silver sharukhi (light tanka) of Babur (1525-1530), Kabul mint, - Mintless/dateless Badshah type. Kalima in three lines across field; all within ornate circular frame; titles in outer margin / Name of Babur three lines across field; all within hexalobe; titles in outer margin. 23mm, 4.73 grams. Kabul mint. Cf. ur-Rahman 60 (for type).Very rare type - one of the few examples offered on the market sold by CNG in May 2008 (CNG 78, Lot: 2050) was estimated @ 500$ and realized 600$ + buyer's fees. That coin was significantly double-struck and much less nice than this coin.
Silver drachm of Samprati (ca.216-207 BC), Mauryan Empire (G/H 575) - Five punched symbols / Banker's mark. 13mmx14mm, 3.14 grams. Pataliputra mint. Mitchiner ACW 4197-4199; Gupta/Hardaker ISPC VI IV F 146 (#575)The Mauryan Empire was India's first great unified empire. It lasted from 321 to 185 BCE, and was ruled by the Mauryan dynasty. At its height it ruled virtually all of northern and central India and parts of Afghanistan and Pakistan.
Very rare type! Silver sharukhi (light tanka) of Babur (1525-1530), Kabul mint, - Mintless/dateless Badshah type. Kalima in three lines across field; all within ornate circular frame; titles in outer margin / Name of Babur three lines across field; all within hexalobe; titles in outer margin. 23mm, 4.60 grams. Kabul mint. Cf. ur-Rahman 60 (for type).Very rare type - one of the few examples offered on the market sold by CNG in May 2008 (CNG 78, Lot: 2050) was estimated @ 500$ and realized 600$ + buyer's fees. That coin was significantly double-struck and much less nice than this coin.
Silver punch drachm, period of Mahapadma Nanda and his sons (ca.345-323 BC), Mag - Five punch-mark symbols / Small bankers' marks. Irregular flat silver plachet, 17x18mm, 3.2 grams. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC series IV XXXI G 2 (#418); Mitchiner ACW -. The Nanda Empire originated from the kingdom of Magadha in Ancient India during the 5th and 4th centuries BC.
Nice billon obol of Srio Shaho" (after ca.576 AD), Turko-Hepthalites in Gandhara - Bust right wearing bull headdress; Cursive greek SRIO ShH, tamgha behind bust / Attendants and a fire altar, derived from the Sassanian coins. 13mm, 0.84 grams. Gandhara mint. Mitchiner ACW 1495, Gobl Hunnen Em. 238. Rare!In 576 Turko-Hepthalites overran the Nezak posessions in Bactrian and Gandhara, and replaced the standard "Nezak Malka" with a new "Napki Malka" type (replacing the Bull crown with this spiky crown).
Rare type! Billon tanka of Fath Khan (after 760 AH / 1359 AD), under Firuz II, S - Fath Khan Firuz Shah jall allah zillalahu jalalahu / Fi zaman al-imam amir al-muminin Abu Abd-Allah billah khulidat khalifatahu . 19mm, 9.01 grams. Struck after 760 AH. White colour, decent quality billon. "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" D511. Rare! The rarest type of all Fath Khan's tankas, descripbed but not pictured in "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates". This type was issued in the name of Fath Khan, his father Firuz Shah and the reigning Abbasid Caliph of Cairo Abu Abd-Allah. Firuz II Tughluq placed his son, Fath Khan, in charge of the Eastern portion of the Sultanate (which later became the independent Sultanate of Jaunpur) in 760 AH and allowed him to strike coins in his own name.
Bronze 2/3 ghani of Murtada Nizam Shah III (1600-1610), Ahmdnagar Sultanate, Ind - Inscription on both sides: Darb Murtada Ahmdnagar / Fi Shuhur Sanah. 18mm, 9.68 grams. Daulatabad mint. "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" N31.Ahmdnagar Sultanate rose from the ashes of the Bahmani Sultanate and maintained independence from 1490 AD until conquered by the Mughals in 1636 AD.
Silver punch drachm, period of Mahapadma Nanda and his sons (ca.345-323 BC), Mag - Five punch-mark symbols / Small bankers' marks. Irregular flat silver plachet, 17mmx15mm, 3.3 grams. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC series IV XXXV A 5 (#468); Mitchiner ACW 4062. The Nanda Empire originated from the kingdom of Magadha in Ancient India during the 5th and 4th centuries BC.
Silver sharukhi (tanka) of Nasir al-Din Muhammad Humayun (AH 937-947, 962-963 / - Kalima in four lines across field; all within ornate angled quadrilobe; titles of Rashidun in outer margin / Name of Humayun three lines across field; AH date below; all within polylobe; titles and mint in outer margin. Dated AH 946 (19 May AD 1539-7 May AD 1540). Lahore mint. 26m, 4.43 grams. Wright -; cf. Hull 1180; Lucknow 18. Rare type!
Extremely rare ancient silver punch drachm of Samprati (ca.216-207 BC), Mauryan - Five punch-mark symbols - the four symbols are of the series VI IV F (#573-#575), the fifth symbol is not listed / A single punch-mark (dot surrounded by arrows and crescents). 15mm, 3.4 grams. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC VI IV F series. The Mauryan Empire was India's first great unified empire. It lasted from 321 to 185 BCE, and was ruled by the Mauryan dynasty. At its height it ruled virtually all of northern and central India and parts of Afghanistan and Pakistan.
Very rare double-sided 2nd series drachm (G/H #267), period of Uddayina (461-445 - Five various punchmarks (Gupta/Hardaker series IV, #444) / Five various punchmarks (Gupta/Hardaker series II #267). 18x16mm, 3.1 grams.This coin is a second series coin, the reverse of which was (at a later date) overstruck with the 5 symbols from the 4th series.
Silver tanka of Fakhr al-din Mubarak (1339-1349), Hadrat Jalal Sunargaon mint, E - Al sultan al-azam Fakhr al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar mubarakshah al-sultan / yamin khalifat allah nasir amir al-muminin within a circle, mint and date in the margin. Hadrat Jalal Sunargaon mint, dated to 748 AH (1347 AD. 25mm, 10.63 grams. Excellent condition, some drill marks. "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" B-136. Rare.
Silver tanka of Jalal ud-Din Muhammad Shah (818-836 AH/1415-1432 AD), Arsah Chat - Jalal al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar mohammed shah al-sultan / Nasir amir al-muminin ghawth al-Islam wa'l muslimin khallada mulkahu within a square, mint and date in margins. Arsah Chatgaon mint, date off flan. 30mm, 10.8 grams. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B330. Creased flan.
Very nice rare silver tanka of Shihab ud-Din Bayazid Shah (1412-1414 AD), mintle - Inscription: Al-Muayyad bi-tayid al-rahman shihab al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar bayazid shah al-sultan / Nasir amir al-muminin ghawth al-islam wa'l muslimin khallada mulkahu. Mintless type, dated to 816 AH (1414 AD). Excellent large silver coin. 28mm, 10.88 grams. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B-291. Coins of the short lived Sultan Bayazid are all rare.
Large bronze hemiobol of Antialkidas (ca.115-95 BC), Pushkalavati mint, Greek Ki - BASILEW*S NIKYFOROU ANTIALKIDOU, Draped bust of Zeus right, hurling thunderbolt / Kharoshti legend: Maharajasa Jayadharasa Amtialkidasa, Palms between caps of the Dioskouroi; monogram left in exergue. 22mm, 3.7 grams. Pushkalavati mint. Mitchiner ACW 1851var (monogram right in exergue); Bopearachchi Série 14A var. (monogram right in exergue); SNG ANS 1104; MIG I 281a
Large bronze hemiobol of Antialkidas (ca.115-95 BC), Pushkalavati mint, Greek Ki - BASILEW*S NIKYFOROU ANTIALKIDOU, Draped bust of Zeus right, hurling thunderbolt / Kharoshti legend: Maharajasa Jayadharasa Amtialkidasa, Palms between caps of the Dioskouroi; monogram left in exergue. 22mm, 3.7 grams. Pushkalavati mint. Mitchiner ACW 1851var (monogram right in exergue); Bopearachchi Série 14A var. (monogram right in exergue); SNG ANS 1104; MIG I 281a
Large bronze hemiobol of Antialkidas (ca.115-95 BC), Pushkalavati mint, Greek Ki - BASILEW*S NIKYFOROU ANTIALKIDOU, Draped bust of Zeus right, hurling thunderbolt / Kharoshti legend: Maharajasa Jayadharasa Amtialkidasa, Palms between caps of the Dioskouroi; monogram right in exergue. 24mm, 5.2 grams. Pushkalavati mint. Bopearachchi Série 14A; Mitchiner ACW 1851; SNG ANS 1107.
Attractive mint silver tanka of Sikandar Shah I (1357-1389 AD), Firuzabad mint, - Shah Sikandar ibn Ilyas Shah al-Sultan within a circle / Al-Mujaheed fi sabil al-rahman within a circle, mint and date in the margin around. 24mm, 10..32 grams. Firuzabad mint, date off flan. Excellent large coin. Scarce. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B165.
Rare silver tanka of Sikandar bin Ilyas (1357-1389 AD), rare Balda al-Muazzam Mu - Al wathiq bi-ta yid al-rahman abu'l mujahid Sikandar Shah bin Ilyas Shah al Sultan, in the margins: al-imam al azam wal khalifat almu'azzam and the four khaliphs / Yamin khalifat allah nasir amir al-muminin ghawth al-islam wal muslimin khalda khalifatahu., mint name and date. Rare Balda al-Muazzam Muazzamabad mint, dated 786 AH = 1384 AD. 29mm, 10.62 grams. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B194. This coin has a closed crack in it, but it is stable. The coin is not glued or restored.
Silver tanka of Ala Al-Din Husain (1493-1519 AD), 899 AH/1493 AD, Husainabad min - Inscriptions on both sides: as-sultan al-adil al-badhil walad sayyid al-mursalin ala al-dunya wal din abu'l muzaffar husain shah al-sultan khallada allah mulkahu wa sultanahu, spread on both sides, mint and date on the reverse. 31mm, 10.6 grams. Reverse within a scalloped borders. Husseinabad mint, dated to 899 AH (1493 AD). "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B-694; Rajgor 470. Excellent large silver coin, very attractive, thick and heavy., struck on a large flan.
Billon tanka of Firuz (1351-1388 AD) dated to 766 AH/1364 AD, Sultanate of Delhi - Inscriptions on both sides, Firuz shah sultani darabat bi-hadrat dehli / Al-khalifat amir al-mu minin khulidat khilafatuhu. 17mm, 8.79 grams. Dated to 764 AH =1362 AD. Hadrat Dehli mint. White colour, decent quality billon. "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" D-474.
Quality silver square 8 gani of Mubarak (1316-1320 AD), 1319, Delhi Sultanate, I - Arabic legends on both sides: Qutb al-dunya wal din in margins, abu'l muzaffar khalifat allah within a square / Mubarakshah al-sultan ibn al-sultan. Dated to 719 AH / 1319 AD. 14mm, 3.63 grams. Mintless type. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" D271, Rajgor 1023.
Silver tanka of Shams Al-Din Ilyas (1342-1357 AD), Firuzabad mint, Bengal Sultan - Inscriptions on both sides: Al-sultan al-adil shams al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar ilyas shah al-sultan / Sikandar al-thani yamin al-khalifa amir al-mumunin. Dated to 750 AH = 1349 AD. "Al-baladFiruzabad" mint.Excellent high grade large silver coin. Large silvercoin, measuring 25mm, 10.8 grams. "The coins of IndianSultanates"#B-152.
Silver tanka of Shams Al-Din Ilyas (1342-1357 AD), Firuzabad mint, Bengal Sultan - Inscriptions on both sides: Al-sultan al-adil shams al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar ilyas shah al-sultan / Sikandar al-thani yamin al-khalifa amir al-mumunin. Dated to 750 AH = 1349 AD. "Al-baladFiruzabad" mint.Excellent high grade large silver coin. Large silvercoin, measuring 26mm, 10.8 grams. "The coins of IndianSultanates"#B-152.
Silver tanka of Shams Al-Din Ilyas (1342-1357 AD), Rare Iqlim Shar-i-Nau mint, B - Inscriptions on both sides: Al-sultan al-adil shams al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar ilyas shah al-sultan / Sikandar al-thani yamin al-khalifa amir al-mumunin. Dated to 755 AH = 1354 AD. Iqlim Shahr-i-Nau mint.Excellent high grade large silver coin. Large silvercoin, measuring 26mm, 10.8 grams. "The coins of IndianSultanates"#B-157. Rare.
Silver tanka of Fakhr al-din Mubarak (1339-1349), Hadrat Jalal Sunargaon mint, E - Al sultan al-azam Fakhr al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar mubarakshah al-sultan / yamin khalifat allah nasir amir al-muminin within a circle, mint and date in the margin. Hadrat Jalal Sunargaon mint, dated to 747 AH (1346 AD. 25mm, 10.5 grams. Excellent condition, some drill marks. "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" B-136. Rare.
Scarcer tanka of Nasir al-Din Mahmud (1246-1266), Sultanate of Delhi - Arabic inscriptions on both sides: Al-sultan al-azzam Nasir al-dunya wal din abul muzaffar Mahmud ibn sultan / Arabic inscriptions, citing Caliph al-Mustansir, date and mint name in the margins. Mint of Delhi. 30mm, 11.0 grams. "The Coinsof the Indian Sultanates" D-138, Rajgor 918.The Delhi Sultanate, or Sulthanath-e-Hind/Sulthanath-e-Dilli refers to the various dynastiesthat ruled in India from 1210 to 1526. Several Turko-Afghan dynastiesruled from Delhi: the Slave dynasty (1206-90), the Khilji dynasty(1290-1320), the Tughlaq dynasty (1320-1413), the Sayyid dynasty(1414-51), and the Lodi (1451-1526).
Silver karshapana of Bindusara (ca.297-272 BC) w/unpublished symbol, Mauryan Emp - Five punch-mark symbols (see below) / Small bankaer's mark (4 tourine symbols around a dot). Irregular flat silver plachet, 14x14mm, 3.4g. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC #-. Unpuiblished 5th symbol, unique?The unpublished symbol depicts a "pup" replacing one of the branched on the tree-in-railing.
Silver tanka of Shams Al-Din Ilyas (1342-1357 AD), Shar-i-Nau mint, Bengal Sulta - Inscriptions on both sides: Al-sultan al-adil shams al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar ilyas shah al-sultan / Sikandar al-thani yamin al-khalifa amir al-mumunin, mint and date in margins. Dated to 757 AH = 1356 AD. Shahr-i-Nau mint.Excellent high grade large silver coin. Large silver coin, measuring 27mm, 10.8 grams. "The coins of IndianSultanates"#B-156. Very rare. Clear mint name.
Silver tanka of Ala Al-Din Husain (1493-1519 AD), Dar al-Darb Husainabad mint, B - Silver Tanka, Perisan inscriptions: Al-sultan al-adil ala al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar husein shah al-sultan bin sayyid ashraf al-husanii khallada mulkahu. Dar al-Darb husainabad mint, dated to 904 AH = 1498 AD. 29mm in diameter (large!!!), 10.7 g."The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B-766.Type without any Victory legends (just with the titles of Husein).
Silver tanka of Shams Al-Din Ilyas (1342-1357 AD), Firuzabad mint, Bengal Sultan - Inscriptions on both sides: Al-sultan al-adil shams al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar ilyas shah al-sultan / Sikandar al-thani yamin al-khalifa amir al-mumunin. Dated to 758 AH = 1357 AD. "Al-baladFiruzabad" mint.Excellent high grade large silver coin. Large silvercoin, measuring 27mm, 10.8 grams. "The coins of IndianSultanates"#B-152.
Scarcer tanka of Nasir al-Din Mahmud (1246-1266), Sultanate of Delhi - Arabic inscriptions on both sides: Al-sultan al-azzam Nasir al-dunya wal din abul muzaffar Mahmud ibn sultan / Arabic inscriptions, citing Caliph al-Mustansir, date and mint name in the margins. Mint of Delhi. 30mm, 11.0 grams. "The Coinsof the Indian Sultanates" D-138, Rajgor 918.The Delhi Sultanate, or Sulthanath-e-Hind/Sulthanath-e-Dilli refers to the various dynastiesthat ruled in India from 1210 to 1526. Several Turko-Afghan dynastiesruled from Delhi: the Slave dynasty (1206-90), the Khilji dynasty(1290-1320), the Tughlaq dynasty (1320-1413), the Sayyid dynasty(1414-51), and the Lodi (1451-1526).
Billon drachm of Vasishtiputra Pulumavi (ca.131-159 AD), Satavahana Empire - Elephant advancing right, legend in Brahmi "Rano siri Pulumavisa" / Ujjain symbol, pellet in each segment. 19mm, 3.9 grams. Exceptionally nice for these. Mitchiner 1975-1976, #1339; Sarma, 1980, plate XII, B 43.The reign of Vasishtiputra Pulumavi is dated to ca.131-159 AD by Mitchiner and to ca.88-116 AD by Sarma.
Silver tanka of Nasir al-din Nusrat (1519-1531), Fathabad mint (B-811), Bengal - Al-Sultan bin al-sultan Nasir al-Dunya wa'l din abu'l Muzaffar Nusratshah al-Sultan bin-Husein Shah al-Sultan al-huseini khallada allah mulkahu spread on both sides. Fathabad on obverse, Darl-al-darb on reverse. Dated to 965 AH (error for 925 AH) = 1519 AD. 27mm in diameter, 10.5 g. Fine style. Dar-al-darb Fathabad mint. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B-811.
Rare silver tanka of Ghiyas al-Din Bahadur (1320-1324 AD), Bengal - Arabic inscriptions within a square, and in the margins: al-sultan al-azam ghiyath al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar bahadur shah al-sultan bin sultan / Arabic inscriptions citing Caliph al-Mustasim. 10.7 grams. Probably "Shahr Lakhnauti" mint. "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" B-109. Rare.
Silver tanka of Ala Al-Din Husain (1493-1519 AD), 4th "victory issue", Barbakaba - Inscriptions spread on both sides: Al-sultan al-adin ala-al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar hussein shah al-sultan bin-sayyid ashraf al-husaini khallada mulkahu. The fourth "Victory" issue. Barbakabad mint, undated. 29mm in diameter (large!!!), 10.7 g. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B760.
Silver tanka of Fakhr al-din Mubarak (1339-1349), Hadrat Jalal Sunargaon mint, E - Al sultan al-azam Fakhr al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar mubarakshah al-sultan / yamin khalifat allah nasir amir al-muminin within a circle, mint and date in the margin. Hadrat Jalal Sunargaon mint, dated to 747 AH (1346 AD. 25mm, 10.62 grams. Excellent condition, some drill marks. "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" B-136. Rare.
Lead 1/2 karshapana (unknown unlisted type with an elephant), anonymous issues, - Elephant walking right / Satavahana symbol and a tourine symbol. 16mmx14mm, 3.15 grams. Mitchiner NIS -; Mitchiner ACW -. This type seems to be unlisted. We also listed a 1/4 karshapana in lead with a lion - it is probably a related type. Rare.
Rare silver tanka of Ghiyas al-Din Bahadur (1320-1324 AD), Bengal - Arabic inscriptions within a square, and in the margins: al-sultan al-azam ghiyath al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar bahadur shah al-sultan bin sultan / Arabic inscriptions citing Caliph al-Mustasim. Dated to 720 AH = 1320 AD. 27mm, 10.7 grams. Mint of Khitta Lakhnauti (either Khitta or Shahr - the epiphet is off flan). "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" B108. Rare. These coins are very difficult to find with a clear mint name and date, like on this coin.
Rare silver tanka of Ghiyas al-Din Bahadur (1320-1324 AD), Bengal - Arabic inscriptions within a square, and in the margins: al-sultan al-azam ghiyath al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar bahadur shah al-sultan bin sultan / Arabic inscriptions citing Caliph al-Mustasim. 27mm, 10.7 grams. Mint of Lakhnauti (either Khitta or Shahr - the epiphet is off flan). "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" B108-109. Rare.
Large silver tanka of Nasir al-din Nusrat (1519-1531), Dar al-Darb mint, Bengal - Al-Sultan bin al-sultan Nasir al-Dunya wa'l din abu'l Muzaffar Nusratshah al-Sultan bin-Husein Shah al-Sultan al-huseini spreadon both sides within ornate double borders. Dated to ficticious date928 AH. 29 mm in diameter, 10.7 g. Dar-ul-Darb mint. Scarce. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B-805.
Silver tanka of Ala Al-Din Husain (1493-1519 AD), Fathabad mint, Bengal Sultanat - Sultan's name and titles spread on both sides: Ala al-sultan al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar husain shah al-sultan khallada allah mulkahu wa sultanahu. Fathabad mint, dated to 899 AH = 1493 AD. Excellent large silver coin, thick and heavy. 28mm in diameter (large!!!), 10.6 g. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B706
Silver tanka of Nasir al-din Nusrat (1519-1531), Bengal Sultanate, India - Al-Sultanbin al-sultan Nasir al-Dunya wa'l din abu'l Muzaffar Nusratshah al-Sultan bin-Husein Shah al-Sultan al-huseini khallada allah mulkahu spread on both sides within ornate dotted borders. Dated to 927 AH = 1521 AD. 23mmin diameter, 10.7 g, a number of test cuts on the edge. Dar ul-Darb mint. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B-806.
Unlisted silver tanka of Nasir al-din Nusrat (1519-1531), Bengal (B-835 var.) - Al-Sultan bin al-sultan Nasir al-Dunya wa'l din abu'l Muzaffar Nusratshah al-Sultan bin-Husein Shah al-Sultan al-huseini spread on both sides within double borders lined by 4 circles on each side. Date completely mangled and unreadable (known for "93"). 23mm in diameter, 10.8 g. Khazana mint. Rare. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B-835 var. RARE! Though the coins of other rulers from the mint of Khazana are fairly common, it was a rare mint for Nusrat. This arrangement of dates and the 4 circles within the double border on each side is not published.
Silver tanka of Shams Al-Din Ilyas (1342-1357 AD), Firuzabad mint, Bengal Sultan - Inscriptions on both sides: Al-sultan al-adil shams al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar ilyas shah al-sultan / Sikandar al-thani yamin al-khalifa amir al-mumunin. Dated to 750 AH = 1349 AD. "Al-balad Firuzabad" mint.Excellent high grade large silver coin. Large silver coin, measuring 25mm, 10.8 grams. "The coins of IndianSultanates" #B-152.
Anonymous silver drachm (with tamgha as a part of the die), Alchon Huns - Hephth - Crowned bust right; tamgha (not countermarked, but engraved on the die) in the right margin, four pellets, crude Greek legend mentioning the tribal name below: ALChOON / Fire altar with attendants and ribbon, star and crescent flanking flame. 30mm, 3.02 grams. Gobl, Dokumente Em. 289; Mitchiner ACW 1463-1464.Imitating Sasanian king Peroz. The coins are usually porous and come in low grade - they rarely come as nice this piece! Scarce without any countermarks.
Extremely rare ancient imitative silver punch drachm of Samprati (ca.216-207 BC) - Five crude punch-mark symbols (see below - the sun-symbol shown only half a sun, the rest of the symbol is replaced by something else (it is unclear as to what it is, though) / A single punch-mark (dot surrounded by arrows and crescents). Irregular flat silver planchet, 17x12mm, 2.98 grams. Imitating Gupta/Hardaker ISPC VI IV F 145 (#574). The coin is an ancient imitation of a Mauryan silver coin - these are EXCEEDINGLY rare and had to find. The Mauryan Empire was India's first great unified empire. It lasted from 321 to 185 BCE, and was ruled by the Mauryan dynasty. At its height it ruled virtually all of northern and central India and parts of Afghanistan and Pakistan.
Silver tanka of Nasir al-din Nusrat (1519-1531), Fathabad mint (D-810), Bengal - Al-Sultan bin al-sultan Nasir al-Dunya wa'l din abu'l Muzaffar Nusratshah al-Sultan bin-Husein Shah al-Sultan al-huseini khallada allah mulkahu spread on both sides. Fathabad on obverse, Darl-al-darb on reverse. Dated to 925 AH = 1519 AD. 25mm in diameter, 10.61 g. Dar-al-darb Fathabad mint. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B-810.
Unpublished type! Silver rupee of Sher Shah Suri (1538-1545 AD), mintless type, - Al-sultan Sher Shah and a date within a square, Fard al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar khallada allah mulkahu in margins / Shahada and the names of the four Caliphs. Mintless type. Excellent high grade huge silver coin. Dated to 94x AH. 26mm, 10.92 grams. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #D-, Wight -; Rajgor -. Completely unpublished variety, it seems. Sher Shah Suri (born Fahrid Khan; later renamed Sher Khan after killing a tiger; c. 1486 - May 22, 1545), was an Afghan ruler (shah) in North India (1540-45) and founder of Sur dynasty.
Rare silver tanka of Ghiyas al-Din Bahadur (1320-1324 AD), Ghiyathpur mint, Beng - Arabic inscriptions within a square, and in the margins: al-sultan al-azam ghiyath al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar bahadur shah al-sultan bin sultan / Arabic inscriptions citing Caliph al-Mustasim. 10.7 grams. Ghiyathpur mint, though the epiphet is struck off flan. "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" B-105-106. Rare.
Barbarous (hunnic?) silver Sassanian drachm of Kavadh I, second reign (499-532 A - Crowned and cuirassed bust right, crescents and cornucopeas on shoulders, stars flanking crown, no legible inscriptions, star in each field / Fire altar with attendants and ribbon; star and crescent flanking flames, mintmark (ABR - unreported for any Sassanian coins), corrupt date (corrupt RY 11?) (510/511 AD). 28.5mm, 4.09 grams. MACW -; Gobl -.Unusual silver drachm, probably a Hunnic imitation. The mintmark is unreported for any Sassanian drachms.Ex.Garth R. Drewry Collection (comes with his collection ticket); Ex-CNG.
Uncertain ancient Indo-Scythian or other drachm (20-100 AD) - Greek legend / Pallas standing right with thunderbolt and shield. 12mm, 2.4g.These bronze drachms are usually attributed to Gondophares, but the beardless portrait is very different from that on common drachms and tetradrachms of Gondophares.
Silver punch karshapana, period of Mahapadma Nanda and his sons (ca.345-323 BC), - Five punch-marked symbols (see below) / Blank. Oval flat silver plachet, 21x14mm, 3.11 grams. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC series IVd, IV XXXIII A1 (#450). These silver coins with various punchmarks are the earliest silver Indian coins. Magadha was an ancient kingdom in India, mentioned in both the Ramayana and the Mahabharata. It was also one of the four main kingdoms of India at the time of Buddha, having risen to power during the reigns of Bimbisara (c. 544-491 BCE)and his son Ajatashatru (c. 491-460 BCE). The core of the kingdom was that portion of Bihar lying south of the Ganges, with its capital atRajagriha (modern Rajgir). Magadha expanded to include most of Biharand parts of Bengal with the conquest of Anga, and then expanded up theGanges valley annexing Kosala and Kashi.
Lot of 8 various bronze kasu and 1/2 kasu, anonymous 18th century issues from My - Lot of 8 various 1 kasu and 1/2 kasu bronze coins. 11-14mm, 1.5-3 grams. Uncertain mints, various types. These coins are a part of a large issue of various anonymous bronze kasus produced in the 18th century (and probably earlier) at various mints around Mysore. These coins are poorly studied and understood.
Silver tanka of Shams Al-Din Ilyas (1342-1357 AD), Bengal (B-151) - Inscriptions on both sides: Al-Sultan al-adil shms al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar ilyas shah al-sultan / Sikandar al-thani yamin al-khalifa amir al-muminin. Firuzabad mint. Large silver coin, measuring 24mm, 10.3 grams. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B-151.
Silver dramma, Saurashtra and Gujarat (c.900-1000), Gurjura-Pratiharas, N. India - Indian imitations of the Sassanian coins of Emperor Peroz (Firuz), Saindhava/Chalukya/Abhira/Chapa series. These coins were minted in Northern India by the Rajput dynasties of Saurashtra and Gujarat and imitated the earlier Sassanian drachms.
Silver tanka of Shams Al-Din Ilyas (1342-1357 AD), Bengal (B-151) - Inscriptions on both sides: Al-Sultan al-adil shms al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar ilyas shah al-sultan / Sikandar al-thani yamin al-khalifa amir al-muminin. Firuzabad mint. Large silver coin, measuring 27mm, 10.4 grams. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B-151.
Rare early heavy Vira Raya gold fanam, Vijayanagar Kingdom, 15th-16th century?, - Vira Raya pattern, 9mm, 0.39 grams. These are heavy fanams - this generic type was made in the far South of India (see Herrli type 1.31-1.32). The earliest coins are heavier than the normal Indian fanams (which weighed about 0.32-0.36 grams), weighing 0.4 to 0.45 grams. The style is similar to the coins made in the far south of India, but all have the typical short vertical stroke from the right arm of Kali, though this mark is known only from silver fanams of Vijayanagar. These heavy fanams are tentatively attributed to 15th-17th century Vijayanagar Empire, but the exact attribution is unknown (might be Bukka I who minted similar silver fanams/taras).
Rare early heavy Vira Raya gold fanam, Vijayanagar Kingdom, 15th-16th century?, - Vira Raya pattern, 9mm, 0.40 grams. These are heavy fanams - this generic type was made in the far South of India (see Herrli type 1.31-1.32). The earliest coins are heavier than the normal Indian fanams (which weighed about 0.32-0.36 grams), weighing 0.4 to 0.45 grams. The style is similar to the coins made in the far south of India, but all have the typical short vertical stroke from the right arm of Kali, though this mark is known only from silver fanams of Vijayanagar. These heavy fanams are tentatively attributed to 15th-17th century Vijayanagar Empire, but the exact attribution is unknown (might be Bukka I who minted similar silver fanams/taras).
Silver tanka of Sikandar bin Ilyas (1357-1389 AD), Bengal (B-181) - Inscriptions on both sides: Al-imam al-azam abu'l mujahid Sikandar Shah ibn Ilyas Shah al-Sultan / Yamin khalifat allah nasir amir al-muminin khallada allah khalifatahu. "Hadrat" Firuzabad mint, date off flan. Excellent large coin. Scarce. 27mm, 10.8 grams. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B181; R-208. Lots of bankers and cut marks.
Silver tanka of Shams Al-Din Ilyas (1342-1357 AD), Bengal (B-151) - Inscriptions on both sides: Al-Sultan al-adil shms al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar ilyas shah al-sultan / Sikandar al-thani yamin al-khalifa amir al-muminin. Firuzabad mint. Large silver coin, measuring 25mm, 10.5 grams. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B-151.
Scarce type late issue silver drachm of Saurashtra and Gujarat (ca.1000-1100 AD) - Indian imitations of the Sassanian coins of Emperor Peroz (Firuz), Saindhava/Chalukya/Abhira/Chapa series. These coins were minted in Northern India by the Rajput dynasties of Saurashtra and Gujarat and imitated the earlier Sassanian drachms.
Unlisted early silver punchmarked 1/4 karshapana from Cheitya Janapada, ca.400-3 - Four punchmarks. 17mmx13mm, 0.97 grams. Rajgor - (similar to series 26) The coins from the hoard from Chhindawara in Madhya Pradesh were recently published by Shtrugan Jain in JNSI. The coins were found on Waiganga river in Chhindawara. Their addtribution is to Chetiya Janapada and is based on the find spots of these types of coins. This beautiful type is very rare, not previousely published. The denomination is unclear - it is probably a 1/4 karshapana of the early heavy standard. Chedi (or Chetiya) Janapada, covering parts of Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra, was one of the original 16 Janapadas. Sometimes in ca.4th century, the Vidarbha region (previousely a part of Chetiya) became independent.
Scarce bronze kesarah of Hasan Shah (1472-1484), Kashmir - Islamic inscriptions on both sides. Pleasant brown patina, scarce.20mm, 5.4 grams. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" K33.The coins of the muslim Kashmir were unlike any other coins of the Indian Sultanates. Silver sasnus and bronze kaserahs were overvalued in Kashmir - it is said that 1.5 sasnu's (about 9.3 grams silver content) went to a rupee (about 11.5 grams of silver content). Bronze coinage was similarly overvalued. The coins did not see wide circulation and were not often hoarded. This is the reason why the coins of Kashmir are almost never found outside of its' boundries and are all scarce.
Scarce bronze kesarah of Hasan Shah (1472-1484), Kashmir - Arabic inscriptions on both sides, square knot type. Pleasant brown patina, scarce.20mm, 5.4 grams. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" K32.The coins of the muslim Kashmir were unlike any other coins of the Indian Sultanates. Silver sasnus and bronze kaserahs were overvalued in Kashmir - it is said that 1.5 sasnu's (about 9.3 grams silver content) went to a rupee (about 11.5 grams of silver content). Bronze coinage was similarly overvalued. The coins did not see wide circulation and were not often hoarded. This is the reason why the coins of Kashmir are almost never found outside of its' boundries and are all scarce.
Scarce silver tanka of Taj al-Din Firuz Shah (1397-1422 AD), Gulbarga Sultanate, - Arabic inscriptions on both sides, translating "Sultan of the time andthe age, he who confides in the support of the Merciful One"). Dated to812 AH = 1409 AD. 26mm, 10.8 grams, sharply struck, toned, small areas of hor silver. Mint of HadratAhsanabad. "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" BH63, Rajgor 2570.
AR obol of Eurcratides I (172-145 BC), unknown minor mint?, Indo-Greek Baktria - Helmeted bust / Barbarized Greek legend BAΣIΛEΩΣ EYKPATIΔOY (of King Eucratides), caps of the Dioskuri and palms. 10mm, 0.63 grams. Unknown minor mint?. Based MIG 181c; Bopp. 9. SKU X3451-53443 Rare crude issue from a minor (or unofficial) mint. Eucratides I (reigned 172/171–145 BC), was one of the most important Greco-Bactrian kings. Eucratides overthrew the Euthydemid dynasty of Bactria (possibly killing Demetrius) and restored the Diodotid dynasty of Diodotus I, allied to the Parthian Empire. Eucratides fought against the easternmost Hellenistic and Indian rulers in India, holding territory in the Indus and as far as Barigaza until he was finally defeated by Menander and pushed back to Bactria.
Helmeted bust type AR obol of Eurcratides I (172-145 BC), Balkh?, Indo-Greek Bak - Helmeted bust / Greek legend BAΣIΛEΩΣ EYKPATIΔOY (of King Eucratides), caps of the Dioskuri and palms. 10mm, 0.53 grams. Balkh mint?. MIG 181c; Bopp. 9. SKU X3453-53444 Eucratides I (reigned 172/171–145 BC), was one of the most important Greco-Bactrian kings. Eucratides overthrew the Euthydemid dynasty of Bactria (possibly killing Demetrius) and restored the Diodotid dynasty of Diodotus I, allied to the Parthian Empire. Eucratides fought against the easternmost Hellenistic and Indian rulers in India, holding territory in the Indus and as far as Barigaza until he was finally defeated by Menander and pushed back to Bactria.
AR obol of Eurcratides I (172-145 BC), unknown minor mint?, Indo-Greek Baktria - Helmeted bust / Barbarized Greek legend BAΣIΛEΩΣ EYKPATIΔOY (of King Eucratides), caps of the Dioskuri and palms. 10mm, 0.52 grams. Unknown minor mint?. Based MIG 181c; Bopp. 9. SKU X3454-53446 Rare crude issue from a minor (or unofficial) mint. Eucratides I (reigned 172/171–145 BC), was one of the most important Greco-Bactrian kings. Eucratides overthrew the Euthydemid dynasty of Bactria (possibly killing Demetrius) and restored the Diodotid dynasty of Diodotus I, allied to the Parthian Empire. Eucratides fought against the easternmost Hellenistic and Indian rulers in India, holding territory in the Indus and as far as Barigaza until he was finally defeated by Menander and pushed back to Bactria.
High quality bronze dam of Akbar (1556-1605), Dar ul-Khalifat Agra mint, Mughal - Akbar (14 October 1542 27 October 1605), also known as Akbar the Great, was Mughal Emperor from 1556 until his death. He was the third and one of the greatest ruler of the Mughal Dynasty in India. Akbar succeeded his father, Humayun, under a regent, Bairam Khan, who helped the young emperor expand and consolidate Mughal domains in India.
Rare! Bronze drachm (second bilingual series) of Vima Kadphises (circa 100 - 127 - King standing left, altar and trident on left; club and tamgha on right. Greek legend / Shiva standing facing, holding trident; and the bull, right (Cribb series IIIa/C3); Nandipada symbol in left field. Karosthi legend. 19mm, 3.7 grams. Rare! Mitchiner ACW 3050; Gobl Kushan 764
Huge silver tanka of Sikandar bin Ilyas (1357-1389 AD), Bengal - Al wathiq bi-ta yid al-rahman abu'l mujahid Sikandar Shah bin Ilyas Shah al Sultan, in the margins: al-imam al azam wal khalifat almu'azzam and the four khaliphs / Yamin khalifat allah nasir amir al-muminin ghawth al-islam wal muslimin khalda khalifatahu. "Baldat-al-Mahrusah" Firuzabad mint, dated 781 AH = 1379 AD. Excelent high grade huge coin. 30mm, 10.8 grams. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B192.
RRR silver drachm, Heliocles I (c.145-130 BC), Balkh mint?, Indo-Greek Baktria - Heliocles I (reigned 145–120 BCE) was a Greco-Bactrian king, brother and successor of Eucratides the Great, and considered (along with his co-ruler and son/nephew Heliocles II) the last Greek king to reign over the Bactrian country.
Billon tanka of Sikandar Shah Lodi (1488-1517 AD), 906 AH / 1500 AD, Sultanate o - Sikandar was the son of Sultan Bahlul Khan Lodi and Bibi Ambha, the daughter of a Hindu goldsmith of Sirhind. Sikandar was of Afghan origin through his father. He died in 1517 and has an elaborate burial tomb that resides in Lodi Gardens, Delhi.
Scarce silver tanka of Firuz Shah (1397-1422 AD) of Gulbarga, India - Arabic inscriptions on both sides, translating "Sultan of the time andthe age, he who confides in the support of the Merciful One"). Dated to800 AH = 1397 AD. Scarce early variety. 26mm, 10.8 grams, sharply struck, toned. Mint of Hadrat Ahsanabad. "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" BH63, Rajgor 2570.
Huge silver tanka of Sikandar bin Ilyas (1357-1389 AD), Bengal - Al wathiq bi-ta yid al-rahman abu'l mujahid Sikandar Shah bin Ilyas Shah al Sultan, in the margins: al-imam al azam wal khalifat almu'azzam and the four khaliphs / Yamin khalifat allah nasir amir al-muminin ghawth al-islam wal muslimin khalda khalifatahu. "Baldat-al-Mahrusah" Firuzabad mint, dated 781 AH = 1379 AD. Excelent high grade huge coin. 30mm, 10.8 grams. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B192.
Huge silver tanka of Sikandar bin Ilyas (1357-1389 AD), Bengal - Al wathiq bi-ta yid al-rahman abu'l mujahid Sikandar Shah bin Ilyas Shah al Sultan, in the margins: al-imam al azam wal khalifat almu'azzam and the four khaliphs / Yamin khalifat allah nasir amir al-muminin ghawth al-islam wal muslimin khalda khalifatahu. "Baldat-al-Mahrusah" Firuzabad mint, dated 785 AH = 1383 AD. Excelent high grade huge coin. 29mm, 10.8 grams. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B192.
Huge silver tanka of Sikandar bin Ilyas (1357-1389 AD), Hadrat Firuzabad mint, B - Alwathiq bi-ta yid al-rahman abu'l mujahid Sikandar Shah bin Ilyas Shahal Sultan, in the margins: al-imam al azam wal khalifat almu'azzam and the four khaliphs / Yamin khalifat allah nasir amir al-muminin ghawth al-islam wal muslimin khalda khalifatahu. Hadrat Firuzabad mint, dated 782 AH = 1380 AD. Excelent high grade huge coin. 32mm, 10.8 grams. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B193.
Scarce punched 1/2 karshapana of King Indramitra (ca.75-50 BC), Panchala, India - Standing deity on railing, a pillar on each side / Three "Panchala symbols" in a row, Indamitrasa in Brahmi in the second line, all deeply incused in a square. 15mm, 3.6 grams. Excellent condition, as nice as these come! Mitchener ACW 4539-4540.
Scarce punched 1/2 karshapana of King Indramitra (ca.75-50 BC), Panchala, India - Standing deity on railing, a pillar on each side / Three "Panchala symbols" in a row, Indamitrasa in Brahmi in the second line, all deeply incused in a square. 15mm, 5.1 grams. Excellent condition, as nice as these come! Mitchener ACW 4539-4540.
Silver punch karshapana, period of Mahapadma Nanda and his sons (ca.345-323 BC), - Five punch-marked symbols (see below) / Blank. Oval flat silver plachet, 20x13mm, 3.1g. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC series IVd, IV XXXIII A12 (#456).These silver coins with various punchmarks are the earliest silver Indian coins.Magadha was an ancient kingdom in India, mentioned in both the Ramayana and the Mahabharata. It was also one of the four main kingdoms of India at the time of Buddha, having risen to power during the reigns of Bimbisara (c. 544-491 BCE)and his son Ajatashatru (c. 491-460 BCE). The core of the kingdom was that portion of Bihar lying south of the Ganges, with its capital atRajagriha (modern Rajgir). Magadha expanded to include most of Biharand parts of Bengal with the conquest of Anga, and then expanded up theGanges valley annexing Kosala and Kashi.
Silver tanka of Ala Al-Din Husain (1493-1519 AD), Bengal - Silver Tanka, Perisan inscriptions: Al-sultan al-adil ala al-dunyawa'l din abu'l muzaffar husein shah al-sultan bin sayyid ashraf al-husanii khallada mulkahu. "Khazana" ("treasury") mint, date unclear. Overstruck with many bankers' marks. 30mm in diameter (large!!!), 10.7 g."The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B-766. Type without any Victory legends (just with the titles of Husein).
Rare type billon dehliwal of Masud (1242-1246), Sultanate of Delhi - Horseman left, holding standard, Sri Shalifa in Nagari / Bull standing left, Sri Alava Sulitan in Nagari. 14mm, 3.4 grams. Mint of Delhi. "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" D129. Rare.The rare type with Sri Shailfa is MUCH rarer than the common Sri Hamira type.The Delhi Sultanate, or Sulthanath-e-Hind/Sulthanath-e-Dilli refers to the various dynasties that ruled in India from 1210 to 1526. Several Turko-Afghan dynasties ruled from Delhi: the Slave dynasty (1206-90), the Khilji dynasty (1290-1320), the Tughlaq dynasty (1320-1413), the Sayyid dynasty (1414-51), and the Lodi (1451-1526).
Quality silver 2 ghani of Ghiyath al-Din Balban (1266-1287 AD), Sultanate of Del - Bilingual inscriptions (reflecting the intersection of Islamic and Hindu cultures): Balban in Arbic in a double circle, Sri Sultan Ghayasadin in nagari around / al-sultan al-azam ghiyath al-dunya wal din in arabic. Two-ghani piece (=2 jitals = jital dugani = 1/24th of a silver tanka). Excellent debased silver coin, decent quality metal. 18mm, 3.5 grams. "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" D-165; Rajgor 927, 930; Mitchiner WOI 2526.The Delhi Sultanate, or Sulthanath-e-Hind/Sulthanath-e-Dilli refers to the various dynasties that ruled in India from 1210 to 1526. Several Turko-Afghan dynasties ruled from Delhi: the Slave dynasty (1206-90), the Khilji dynasty (1290-1320), the Tughlaq dynasty (1320-1413), the Sayyid dynasty (1414-51), and the Lodi (1451-1526).
AR karshapana, Mahapadma Nanda period (ca.345-323 BC), Magadha, India (G/H 416) - Five punch-marked symbols (see below) / Blank. Oval flat silver plachet, 17mmx16mm, 3.4g. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC series IVd, IV XXXI G1 (#416). These silver coins with various punchmarks are the earliest silver Indian coins. Magadha was an ancient kingdom in India, mentioned in both the Ramayana and the Mahabharata. It was also one of the four main kingdoms of India at the time of Buddha, having risen to power during the reigns of Bimbisara (c. 544-491 BCE)and his son Ajatashatru (c. 491-460 BCE). The core of the kingdom was that portion of Bihar lying south of the Ganges, with its capital atRajagriha (modern Rajgir). Magadha expanded to include most of Biharand parts of Bengal with the conquest of Anga, and then expanded up theGanges valley annexing Kosala and Kashi.
Silver punch drachm w/frog, period of Mahapadma Nanda and his sons (ca.345-323 B - Many punch-mark symbols, including a frog / Blank. Irregular flat silver plachet, 17x21mm, 3.2g. Scarce. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC series IVd, XXXI A13 (#400).These silver coins with various punchmarks are the earliest silver Indian coins.Magadha was an ancient kingdom in India, mentioned in both the Ramayana and the Mahabharata. It was also one of the four main kingdoms of India at the time of Buddha, having risen to power during the reigns of Bimbisara (c. 544-491 BCE)and his son Ajatashatru (c. 491-460 BCE). The core of the kingdom was that portion of Bihar lying south of the Ganges, with its capital atRajagriha (modern Rajgir). Magadha expanded to include most of Biharand parts of Bengal with the conquest of Anga, and then expanded up theGanges valley annexing Kosala and Kashi.
Very unusual silver rupee with a completely retrograde reverse, Emperor Muhamed - Legends with the titles of Aurangzeb, normal on obverse and completely retrograde on reverse. VERY rare and unusual. 23mm, 11.4 grams. Krause -.Most unusual piece - it seems to have seen some circulation, with a bumber of banker's marks on the edge and a number of drill marks on both sides. The style of the inscriptions is very crude - it is perhaps an imitative piece, though it is not likely since it was struck in good silver, or a sort of a mint "test" coin.
Silver tanka of Shams Al-Din Ilyas (743-758 AH = 1342-1357 AD), Bengal (B-151) - Large silver tanka of Shams Al-Din Ilyas (743-758 AH = 1342-1357 AD), Bengal. Large silver coin, measuring 26mm, 10.8 grams. Islamic inscriptions / Islamic inscriptions within a square. Firuzabad mint. Excellent high grade large silver coin. Scarce. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B151.
Rare square AR light tanka of Islam Shah (1545-1552), Gwaliar, Delhi Sultanate - Legend within a dotted square / Inscriptions, no Shahada, dated to [9]52 AH = 1545 AD. 20mmx20mm, 9.0 grams. Mint of Gwaliar. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" D-961B var., Rajgor -. SKU 924-v3982 Because the Shahada is missing on these coins, they are sometimes referred to a "temple" tankas. All the light tankas of this type are extremely rare.
Scarce silver square temple token, rupee-weight, Emperor Akbar (1556-1605) - Inscriptions on both sides. Dated to 988 AH = 1580 AD.Excellent coin, very attractive, thick and heavy (12.6 g - extremely heavy!). Excellentcondition, well-centered. Scarce.Rare temple token - a "1 rupee" token, made of silver and of 1 rupee weight. Used in Hindu temple donations.
Scarce silver square temple token, rupee-weight, Emperor Akbar (1556-1605), Mugh - Inscriptions on both sides. Dated to (9)88 AH = 1580 AD.Excellent coin, very attractive, thick and heavy (11.9 g). Excellentcondition, well-centered. Scarce.Rare temple token - a "1 rupee" token, made of silver and of 1 rupee weight. Used in Hindu temple donations.
Scarcer tanka of Nasir al-Din Mahmud (1246-1266), Sultanate of Delhi - Arabic inscriptions on both sides: Al-sultan al-azzam Nasir al-dunya wal din abul muzaffar Mahmud ibn sultan / Arabic inscriptions, citing Caliph al-Mustansir, date and mint name in the margins. Mint of Delhi. 28mm, 10.9 grams. "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" D-138, Rajgor 918.The Delhi Sultanate, or Sulthanath-e-Hind/Sulthanath-e-Dilli refers to the various dynastiesthat ruled in India from 1210 to 1526. Several Turko-Afghan dynastiesruled from Delhi: the Slave dynasty (1206-90), the Khilji dynasty(1290-1320), the Tughlaq dynasty (1320-1413), the Sayyid dynasty(1414-51), and the Lodi (1451-1526).
Scarcer tanka of Nasir al-Din Mahmud (1246-1266), Sultanate of Delhi - Islamicinscriptions within a square / Islamic inscriptions. Mint of Delhi.Beautiful HUGE silver coin, 29mm, 10.9 grams. Crudely engraved dies. "The Coinsof the Indian Sultanates" D-138, Rajgor 918.The Delhi Sultanate, orSulthanath-e-Hind/Sulthanath-e-Dilli refers to the various dynastiesthat ruled in India from 1210 to 1526. Several Turko-Afghan dynastiesruled from Delhi: the Slave dynasty (1206-90), the Khilji dynasty(1290-1320), the Tughlaq dynasty (1320-1413), the Sayyid dynasty(1414-51), and the Lodi (1451-1526).
Silver tanka of Sikandar Shah I (1357-1389 AD), Hadrat Firuzabad mint, Bengal Su - Al-imam al-azam abu'l mujahid sikandar shah ibn ilyas shah al-sultan / Yamin khalifat allah nasir amir al-muminin khallada allah khalifatahu, mint and date on the reverse. Mint of Hadrat Firuzabad, dated to [77]3 AH = 1371 AD. 27mm, 10.8 grams. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B181. Unpublished date for this issue.
Silver tanka of Ala Al-Din Husain (899-925 AH = 1493-1519 AD), Bengal - Silver Tanka, Islamic inscriptions / Islamic inscriptions within scalloped borders. Huseinabad mint, dated to 904 AH = 1498 AD. Excellent large silver coin, very attractive, thick and heavy. Scarce. 27 mm in diameter (large!!!), 10.5 g. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B765.
Silver tanka of Shams Al-Din Ilyas (743-758 AH / 1342-1357 AD), al-Balad Firuzab - Inscriptions on both sides: Al-Sultan al-adil shms al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar ilyas shah al-sultan / Sikandar al-thani yamin al-khalifa amir al-muminin. Al-baldat Firuzabad mint. Large silver coin, measuring 26mm, 10.82 grams. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B-152.
Large slver tanka of Nasir al-din Nusrat (1519-1531), Dar al-Darb Fathabad mint, - Al-sultan bin al-sultan nasir al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar Nusrat Shah al-sultan bin husain shah al-sultan al-husaini khallada allah mulkahu in arabic spread on both sides, mint and date (dated to 925 AH / 1518 AD. 25mm in diameter, 10.54 grams. "Dar al-Darb" Fathabad. Scarce. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B810.
Nice! Bronze stater of King Harsha (1089-1101), Kashmir Kingdom, India - Harsha, also Harshadeva, (ruled 1089-1101 CE) was a Hindu king of Kashmir, India. Harsha belonged to the Utpala dynasty, of which he was the last ruler. Ha-rsha // Highly stylized King standing facing, sacrificing at altar at left, legend at right in Sharada script.
Silver tanka of Sikandar bin Ilyas (1357-1389 AD), Bengal (B-181) - Inscriptions on both sides: Al-imam al-azam abu'l mujahid Sikandar Shah ibn Ilyas Shah al-Sultan / Yamin khalifat allah nasir amir al-muminin khallada allah khalifatahu. "Hadrat" Firuzabad mint, date off flan. Excellent large coin. Scarce. 29mm, 10.5 grams. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B181; R-208.
Silver tanka of Nasir al-din Nusrat (1519-1531), Dar al-Darb Fathabad mint, Beng - Al-Sultan bin al-sultan Nasir al-Dunya wa'l din abu'l Muzaffar Nusratshah al-Sultan bin-Husein Shah al-Sultan al-huseini khallada allah mulkahu spread on both sides. Fathabad on obverse, Darl-al-darb on reverse. Dated to 925 AH = 1519. 25mm in diameter, 9.9 g. Dar-al-darb Fathabad mint. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B-810.
Silver tanka of Shams Al-Din Ilyas (743-758 AH / 1342-1357 AD), al-Balad Firuzab - Inscriptions on both sides: Al-Sultan al-adil shms al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar ilyas shah al-sultan / Sikandar al-thani yamin al-khalifa amir al-muminin. Al-baldat Firuzabad mint. Large silver coin, measuring 26mm, 10.81 grams. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B-152.
Extremely rare square silver sasnu, minted in the name of the Mughal Emperor Akb - Azam Muhammed/Jalal al-Din/Akbar in three lines in Arabic / mint and date (966 AH = 1558 AD). 15mm, 6.1 grams. The coins wereminted between 959 AH and 966 AH by the Kashmiri Sultan Muhammed Ghazi Shah (1555-1562) in the name of Akhbar.RARE and impossible to find!! "The coins of the Islamic Sultanates"K-151.
Silver tanka of Ghiyath al-din Azam (1389-1410), Muazzamabad mint, Bengal Sultan - Al-mu'ayyad bi-ta'yid al-rahman ghiyath al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar azam shah al sultan within a square, the names of the four Caliphs in margins / Nasir al-Islam wa'l muslimin nasir amir al-muminin within a multifoil, date and mint in the margin. Muazzamabad mint, date off-flan. 26mm in diameter, 10.41 g. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B-245.
Rare silver tanka of Sikandar Shah I (1357-1389 AD), Shahr-i-Nau mint, mint, Ben - Shah Sikandar ibn Ilyas Shah al-Sultan within a circle / Al-Mujaheed fi sabil al-rahman within a circle, mint and date in the margin around. 25mm, 10.5 grams. Shah-i-Nau mint, date off flan. Excellent large coin. Scarce. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B167. Rare.
Rare silver tanka of Ghiyas al-Din Bahadur (1320-1324 AD), Bengal - Islamic inscriptions within a square, and in the margins / Islamic inscriptions. Date and mint are struck off flan, as usual. "ShahrLakhnauti" mint. 28mm, 10.7 grams. Rare. "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" B109. [v3372.pg]
Fourth "Victory issue" tanka of Ala Al-Din Husain (1493-1519 AD), Bengal - 29mm in diameter (large!!!), 10.7 g. Silver Tanka, Islamic inscriptions / Islamic inscriptions.Fourth "Victory issue", Dar al-Darb mint, dated to 922 AH = 1516. Excellent large silver coin, very attractive, thick and heavy. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B738.
Later AE stater naming Toramana II, ca.570-855 AD, Hephthalite North India - King standing left, holding a severed head over an altar, trident in the left hand, SRI TORAMANA in the left upper field / Goddess seated cross-legged, lion laying at her feet, JEYA in the right field. 21mm, 6.8 grams. Mitchiner NIS 155-158. SKU T970-v6723 This is a post-Toramana issue, minted by his successors. Following the death of Toramana, the coins in his name kept being issued for the next 300 years. They are easily distringuishable from the life-time issues of Toramana because of their dumpy fabric and later, "Kashmiri", style.
AR tanka of Sikandar Shah (1357-1389), Firuzabad, Bengal Sultanate, India (B-165 - Shah Sikandar ibn Ilyas Shah al-Sultan within a circle / Al-Mujaheed fi sabil al-rahman within a circle, mint and date in the margin around. 24mm, 10..74 grams. Firuzabad mint, date off flan. Excellent large coin. Scarce. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B165. SKU T883-17815
RRR AR rupee w/peacock, Akbar (1556-1605), Azar, Berar mint, Mughal Empire - Excellent coin, very attractive. Mint of Berar. 17mm, 11.3 grams. KM 93 var. SKU T766-v6369. The Mughal Dynasty is a line of Muslim emperors who reigned in India from 1526 to 1858. Babur, the first mughal emperor, was a descendant of the Turkish conqueror Timur on his father's side and of the Mongol (n, mughal) conqueror Genghis Khan on his mother's side, Invaded India from Afghanistan and founded the Mughal Empire on the ruin of the Delhi Sultanate.
RRR imitation AR drachm of Samprati (c.216-207 BC), Mauryan Empire - completely - Five crude punch-mark symbols (see below - the sun-symbol shown only half a sun, the rest of the symbol is replaced by something else (it is unclear as to what it is, though) / A single punch-mark (dot surrounded by arrows and crescents). Irregular flat silver planchet, 17x13mm, 2.54 grams. Imitating Gupta/Hardaker ISPC VI IV F 145 (#574). SKU T775-3819 The coin is an ancient local imitation of a Mauryan silver coin - these are EXCEEDINGLY rare and had to find. The Mauryan Empire was India's first great unified empire. It lasted from 321 to 185 BCE, and was ruled by the Mauryan dynasty. At its height it ruled virtually all of northern and central India and parts of Afghanistan and Pakistan.
A beauty! AR rupee, Jahangir (1605-1628), Qandahar, Mughal Empire - in the joint - 21mm, 11.42 grams. Qandahar mint. SKU T768-35178. Scarce type. Nuruddin Jahangir (August 31, 1569 - 1628) was the ruler of the Mughal Empire from 1605 until 1628. The Mughal Dynasty is a line of Muslim emperors who reigned in India from 1526 to 1858.
Silver tanka of Nasir al-din Nusrat (1519-1531), Dar al-Darb Fathabad mint, Beng - Al-Sultan bin al-sultan Nasir al-Dunya wa'l din abu'l Muzaffar Nusratshah al-Sultan bin-Husein Shah al-Sultan al-huseini khallada allah mulkahu spread on both sides. Fathabad on obverse, Darl-al-darb on reverse. Dated to 925 AH = 1519. 28mm in diameter, 10.8 g. Dar-al-darb Fathabad mint. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B-810.
RARE! Huge and RARE silver tanka of Mubarak (1316-1320), Qila Qutbabad mint, Del - Rare round silver rupee. Inscriptions on both sides: Al-imam al-azam khalifa rabb al-alamin qutb al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzzafar bubarakshah al-sultan ibn al-sultan al-wathiq billah amir al-muminin, date and mint in margins (mostly off-flan). Qila Qutbabad mint. Large and thick, 27mm wide, 10.8 grams. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" #D260, Rajgor 1035, NW 374A. Rare! Actually scarcer and harder to find than the rare square tankas of the same Sultan.
Billon drachm of Vasishtiputra Pulumavi (ca.131-159 AD), Satavahana Empire - Elephant advancing right, legend in Brahmi "Rano siri Pulumavisa" / Ujjain symbol, pellet in each segment. 19mm, 2.9 grams. Exceptionally nice for these. Mitchiner 1975-1976, #1339; Sarma, 1980, plate XII, B 43.The reign of Vasishtiputra Pulumavi is dated to ca.131-159 AD by Mitchiner and to ca.88-116 AD by Sarma.
Nice bahloli of Humayun (1530-1556), Mughal Empire, 938 AH / 1531 AD - Dar-Ul-Kh - Humayun (March 6, 1508 - February 22, 1556), second Mughal Emperor, and ruled in India from 1530-1540 and 1555-1556. Humayun succeeded his father Baber in India in 1530, while his brother Kamran obtained the sovereignty of Kabul and Lahore.
Silver tanka of Sikandar bin Ilyas (1357-1389 AD), Bengal (B-181) - Inscriptions on both sides: Al-imam al-azam abu'l mujahid Sikandar Shah ibn Ilyas Shah al-Sultan / Yamin khalifat allah nasir amir al-muminin khallada allah khalifatahu. "Hadrat" Firuzabad mint, date off flan. Excellent large coin. Scarce. 28mm, 10.5 grams. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B181; R-208. Some of bankers' and cut marks.
Rare 1/2 karshapana of 8 mashakas, Pre-Mauryan Deccan, Upper Tapti (Betul), unce - Uniface cut flan with punchmarks: two triskeles surrounded by pellets, taurine symbol in square, and elephant standing left / Blank. 16mmx16mm, 1.74 grams. Unknown issue. G&H -; cf. ATEC 3255-3256 (taurine; Magadha), 3629 (triskeles; Sidhi), and 3680 (elephant; Ujjain-Nagda). This uncertain type was probably some local issue from the Upper Tapri area, though it is unknown under the jurisdiction of which city or Janapada it was minted. A few pieces of this type recently came up for sale by CNG - http://www.cngcoins.com/Coin.aspx?CoinID=103599, selling for up t 500$ + fees.
Fourth "Victory issue" tanka of Ala Al-Din Husain (899-925 AH / 1493-1519 AD), B - 28mm in diameter (large!!!), 10.7 g. Silver Tanka, Inscriptions / Inscriptions. Fourth "Victory issue", Dar al-Darb mint, dated to 912 AH / 1506 AD. Excellent large silver coin, very attractive, thick and heavy. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B741.
EXCEPTIONALLY rare third "Victory issue" tanka of Ala Al-Din Husain (1493-1519 A - 28mm in diameter (large!!!), 10.7 g. Silver Tanka, Inscriptions / Inscriptions. The EXCEPTIONALLY rare third "Victory" issue which includes the "bi-inayat allah" expression. Fathabad mint, dated to 89x AH (899) = 1493 AD. Of highest rarity!!! Excellent large silver coin, very attractive, thick and heavy. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B725.
Silver tanka of Ala Al-Din Husain (899-925 AH / 1493-1519 AD), Bengal Sultanate, - 26mm in diameter (large!!!), 10.7 g. Silver Tanka, Inscriptions / Inscriptions within scalloped borders. Khazana mint, dated to 899 AH = 1493 AD (unlisted year for this type!). Excellent large silver coin, very attractive, thick and heavy. Scarce. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B709.
Rare tanka of Ala Al-Din Husain (899-925 AH / 1493-1519 AD), Bengal Sultanate, I - 29mm in diameter (large!!!), 10.7 g. Silver Tanka, Inscriptions / Inscriptions within scalloped borders. Khazana mint, dated to 917 AH / 1511 AD. Excellent large silver coin, very attractive, thick and heavy. Scarcer type. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B708.
Rare 1/2 karshapana from Surasena Janapada (ca.400-350 BC), R-1194 - One large punch-mark on obverse, depicting an animal standing right, surrounded by a number of minor symbols / blank, traces of the undertype visible. 12mm, 1.7 grams, rare. Rajgor #1194. Surasena was one of the sixteen original Mahajanapadas of the Buddhist chronicles. The name of that country is derived for the name of Sura, the King of Surasena and the father of Vasudeva and Kunti. The location is at Braj, the region around Mathura in Uttar Pradesh. The history of this Janapada is is very obscure - the ruling family is known to have styled itself "Yadava" family, and that some of their kings were cloely related to the royal family of Avanti. Around 350 AD Surasena was conquered by Mahapadma Nana of Magadha.
Rare type! Billon tanka of Fath Khan (after 760 AH / 1359 AD), under Firuz II, S - Fath Khan Firuz Shah jall allah zillalahu jalalahu / Fi zaman al-imam amir al-muminin Abu Abd-Allah billah khulidat khalifatahu . 19mm, 9.01 grams. Struck after 760 AH. White colour, decent quality billon. "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" D511. Rare! The rarest type of all Fath Khan's tankas, described but not pictured in "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates". This type was issued in the name of Fath Khan, his father Firuz Shah and the reigning Abbasid Caliph of Cairo Abu Abd-Allah. Firuz II Tughluq placed his son, Fath Khan, in charge of the Eastern portion of the Sultanate (which later became the independent Sultanate of Jaunpur) in 760 AH and allowed him to strike coins in his own name.
Silver tanka of Ala Al-Din Husain (899-925 AH = 1493-1519 AD), Bengal Sultanate, - 26mm in diameter (large!!!), 10.7 g. Silver Tanka, Inscriptions / Inscriptions within scalloped borders. Khazana mint, dated to 901 AH = 1495 AD (unlisted year for this type!). Excellent large silver coin, very attractive, thick and heavy. Scarce. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B709.
Fourth "Victory issue" tanka of Ala Al-Din Husain (899-925 AH / 1493-1519 AD), B - Inscriptions spread on both sides: "Al-sultan al-fath al-kamru wa kamta wa jajnagar wa urissa ala-al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar husain shah al-sultan bin sayyid ashraf al-hussaini khallada allah mulkahu wa sultanahu". Fathabad mint, dated to 89(9) AH = 1493 AD. Excellent large silver coin, very attractive, thick and heavy. 25mm in diameter (large!!!), 10.7 g. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B-739.
Silver tanka of Ala Al-Din Husain (899-925 AH / 1493-1519 AD), Bengal Sultanate, - 27mm in diameter (large!!!), 10.7 g. Silver Tanka, Inscriptions / Inscriptions within scalloped borders. Khazana mint, dated to 899 AH / 1493 AD. Excellent large silver coin, very attractive, thick and heavy. Scarce. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B708.
Silver tanka of Ala Al-Din Husain (899-925 AH / 1493-1519 AD), Bengal Sultanate, - 29mm in diameter (large!!!), 10.7 g. Silver Tanka, Islamic inscriptions / Islamic inscriptions. Dar al-Darb mint, dated to 907 AH / 1501 AD (unrecorded year). Excellent large silver coin, very attractive, thick and heavy. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B762.
Huge bronze ghani of Ahmd Shah II (1435-1457), Gulbarga Sultanate - Islamic inscriptions on both sides. al-mu 'tasim bi-hail allah al-mannan sammi khalil al-rahman abu'l muzzafar (The protector with the strength of God, the munificent, known as the friend of Merciful One etc) / 'ala' al-dunya wa'l din Ahmd shah al-sultan. Dated to 847 AH = 1443 AD. 22mm in diameter, 6mm thick, 15.9grams. Large and thick! "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" BH-84, Rajgor 2600.
Billon tanka of Muhammad III (1325-1351 AD), Sultanate of Delhi - Islamic inscriptions on both sides. Excellent silver coin, very attractive, thick and heavy. 18mm, 8.9 grams. "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" D448.This issue was struck in the name of Caliph al-Hakim II.
Billon tanka of Fath Khan (after 760 AH / 1359 AD), under Firuz II, Sultanate of - Fath Khan Firuz Shah jall allah zillal jalalahu darabat hadhini al-sikka / Fi zaman al-imam amir al-muminin Abu abd-Allah billah khulidat khalifatahu . 19mm, 9.09 grams. Struck after 760 AH. White colour, decent quality billon. "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" D512. This type was issued in the name of Fath Khan, his father Firuz Shah and the reigning Abbasid Caliph of Cairo Abu Abd-Allah. Firuz II Tughluq placed his son, Fath Khan, in charge of the Eastern portion of the Sultanate (which later became the independent Sultanate of Jaunpur) in 760 AH and allowed him to strike coins in his own name.
Anonymous Indo-Sassanian silver drachm w/SRI HA, Chahamanas in Rajasthan, ca.900 - The territory ruled by them was known as Sapadalaksha. Until the 10th century, they ruled as Gurjara-Pratihara vassals. Decent silver, nice large coin. These coins are of unknown provenance - they are found in the Rajasthan and nearby areas, but it is uncertain who issued these coins.
Anonymous Indo-Sassanian silver drachm w/SRI HA, Chahamanas in Rajasthan, ca.900 - The territory ruled by them was known as Sapadalaksha. Until the 10th century, they ruled as Gurjara-Pratihara vassals. Decent silver, nice large coin. These coins are of unknown provenance - they are found in the Rajasthan and nearby areas, but it is uncertain who issued these coins.
Anonymous Indo-Sassanian silver drachm w/SRI HA, Chahamanas in Rajasthan, ca.900 - The territory ruled by them was known as Sapadalaksha. Until the 10th century, they ruled as Gurjara-Pratihara vassals. Decent silver, nice large coin. These coins are of unknown provenance - they are found in the Rajasthan and nearby areas, but it is uncertain who issued these coins.
Silver tanka of Ala Al-Din Husain (899-925 AH / 1493-1519 AD), Fathabad mint, Be - Inscriptions spreado on both sides: "Al-sultan al-fath al-kamru wa kamta wa jajnagar wa urissa ala-al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar husain shah al-sultan bin sayyid ashraf al-hussaini khallada allah mulkahu wa sultanahu". Fathabad mint, dated to 89(9) AH = 1493 AD. Excellent large silver coin, very attractive, thick and heavy. 26mm in diameter (large!!!), 10.7 g. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B-739.
Anonymous Indo-Sassanian silver drachm w/SRI HA, Chahamanas in Rajasthan, ca.900 - The territory ruled by them was known as Sapadalaksha. Until the 10th century, they ruled as Gurjara-Pratihara vassals. Decent silver, nice large coin. These coins are of unknown provenance - they are found in the Rajasthan and nearby areas, but it is uncertain who issued these coins.
Anonymous Indo-Sassanian silver drachm w/SRI HA, Chahamanas in Rajasthan, ca.900 - The territory ruled by them was known as Sapadalaksha. Until the 10th century, they ruled as Gurjara-Pratihara vassals. Decent silver, nice large coin. These coins are of unknown provenance - they are found in the Rajasthan and nearby areas, but it is uncertain who issued these coins.
HUGE silver tanka, Ghiyas-Ud-Din Azam Shah (792-819 AH / 1389-1416), Bengal Sult - 29 mm in diameter (large!!!), 10.7 g. Silver Tanka, Inscriptions in quatrefoil / Inscriptions in a circle. One of the most beautiful issues from Bengal. Date off flan, mint of Arsah Satgaon. Excellent HUGE silver coin, very attractive, thick and heavy. Nice! B247.
Silver tanka, Ghiyas-Ud-Din Azam Shah (792-819 AH/1389-1416), Bengal, Sultanate, - 27mm in diameter (large!!!), 10.7 g. Silver Tanka, Inscriptions within an 8-pointed star / Inscriptions. One of the most beautiful issues from Bengal. No mintmark and undated. Excellent large silver coin, very attractive, thick and heavy. Scarce. B252.
Silver tanka of Ala Al-Din Husain (899-925 AH/1493-1519 AD), Bengal Sultanate,In - 28mm in diameter (large!!!), 10.7 g. Silver Tanka, Inscriptions / Inscriptions. Dar al-Darb/Huseinabad mint, dated to 904 AH/1498 AD. Excellent large silver coin, very attractive, thick and heavy. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B765.
Silver tanka of Shams ud-Din Yusuf Shah (879-885 AH/1474-1481 AD), Bengal Sultan - Silver tanka of Shams ud-Din Yusuf Shah (879-885 AH = 1474-1481 AD), Bengal. Large silver coin, measuring 27mm, 10.8 grams. Inscriptions on both sides. Dar al-Darb mint, dated to 883 AH = 1478 AD. Superb condition, scarce! "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B561.
Silver tanka of Ala Al-Din Husain (899-925 AH / 1493-1519 AD), Bengal Sultanate, - 26mm in diameter (large!!!), 10.7 g. Silver Tanka, Inscriptions / Inscriptions within scalloped borders. Huseinabad mint, dated to 899 AH / 1493 AD. Excellent large silver coin, very attractive, thick and heavy. Scarce. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B770.
HUGE silver tanka, Ghiyas-Ud-Din Azam Shah (792-819 AH / 1389-1416), Bengal Sult - 29 mm in diameter (large!!!), 10.7 g. Silver Tanka, Islamic inscriptions in quatrefoil / inscriptions in a circle. One of the most beautiful issues from Bengal. Dated 801 AH / 1398 AD, mint of Arsah Satgaon. Excellent HUGE silver coin, very attractive, thick and heavy. Nice! B247. Please check our huge inventory @http://www.ancientcoins.ca
HUGE silver tanka, Ghiyas-Ud-Din Azam Shah (792-819 AH / 1389-1416), Bengal Sult - Silver Tanka, Inscriptions in quatrefoil / inscriptions in a square. One of the most beautiful issues from Bengal. Hadrat Firuzabad mint, dated 812 AH / 1409 AD. Excellent HUGE silver coin, very attractive, thick and heavy. 29 mm in diameter (large!!!), 10.7 g. Nice! "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" B243.
Silver tanka of Ghiyath al-din Azam (1389-1410), Muazzamabad mint, Bengal Sultan - Al-mu'ayyad bi-ta'yid al-rahman ghiyath al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar azam shah al sultan within a square, the names of the four Caliphs in margins / Nasir al-Islam wa'l muslimin nasir amir al-muminin within a multifoil,date and mint in the margin. Dated to 793 AH / 1390 AD, Muazzamabad mint, date off-flan. 26mm in diameter, 10.75 g. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B-245.
Silver tanka of Jalal ud-Din Muhammad Shah (818-836 AH/1415-1432 AD), NM (Sunarg - Al-Sultan al-adil Jalal Shah al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar (bin) mohammed shah al-sultan / Nasir amir al-muminin ghawth al-Islam wa'l muslimin within an octafoil, date in margins. 30mm, 10.77 grams. No mintmark (attributed to Sunargaon), dated to 818 AH = 1415 AD.Excellent large silver coin. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B309.
Silver tanka of Jalal ud-Din Muhammad Shah (818-836 AH/1415-1432 AD), Firuzabad - Jalal al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar mohammed shah al-sultan / Nasir amir al-muminin ghawth al-Islam wa'l muslimin khallada mulkahu within a square, mint and date in margins. Firuzabad mint, dated to 822 AH / 1428 AD. 29mm, 10.8 grams. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B331.
Bronze stater of Queen Didda Rani (979-1003 AD), Kashmir Kingdom, India - Didda Rani was one of the celebrated queens, more of a strong than a beneficent monarch. Young husband spoke of her "force of character" as well as her "ruthlessness". She carried the latter trait to the extent of tyranny.
Silver tanka of Jalal ud-Din Muhammad Shah (818-836 AH/1415-1432 AD), Arsah Chat - Jalal al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar mohammed shah al-sultan / Nasir amir al-muminin ghawth al-Islam wa'l muslimin khallada mulkahu within a square, mint and date in margins. Arsah Chatgaon mint, dated to 822 AH / 1428 AD. 30mm, 10.8 grams. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B330.
First reign AR tanka of Mohamed Shah (1415-1432), Arsah Satgaon, Bengal Sultanat - Large silver tanka of Jalal-Ud-Din Mohamed Shah (818-836 AH / 1415-1432 AD) from his first reign, Bengal. Large silver coin, measuring 30mm, 10.42 grams. Inscriptions on both sides. Dated to 818 AH / 1415 AD. Arsah Sargaon mint. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B308A. Rare.
Bronze stater of Queen Didda Rani (979-1003 AD), Kashmir Kingdom, India - Didda Rani was one of the celebrated queens, more of a strong than a beneficent monarch. Young husband spoke of her "force of character" as well as her "ruthlessness". She carried the latter trait to the extent of tyranny.
Bronze tetradrachm of Vasu Deva I (ca.191-232 AD), Taxila, Kushan Empire - King standing left wearing sword, holding trident to right, altar at his feet, standard above, partial Bactrian legend / Siva standing beside bull (left) holding trident, tamgha right. 19mm, 8.20 grams. Taxila series, very late crude series, Mitchiner ACW 3471ff. SKU T992-51940 Vāsudeva I was a Kushan emperor, last of the "Great Kushans."
Large silver tanka of Nasir al-din Nusrat (1519-1531), Husainabad mint, Bengal S - Al-Sultan bin al-sultan Nasir al-Dunya wa'l din abu'l Muzaffar Nusratshah al-Sultan bin-Husein Shah al-Sultan al-huseini spread on both sides within ornate double borders. Dated to frozen year 925 AH. 27mm in diameter, 10.69 g. Husainabad mint. Scarce. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B-820.
Silver tanka of Sultan Ghiyas-Ud-Din Azam Shah (1389-1410), 1390 AD, Bengal Sult - Legends on both sides: Al-muayyad bi-tayid al-rahman and ruler's titles, the names of the four Caliphs in the margins / Nasir al-Islam wa'l muslimin nasir amir al-muminin. Muazzamabad mint, dated to 793 AH / 1390 AD. Excellent large silver coin, very attractive, thick and heavy. 25mm, 10.4 grams. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B-245; Rajgor 231.
Attractive large silver tanka, Ghiyas-Ud-Din Azam Shah (1389-1416), Bengal Sulta - Inscriptions in quatrefoil: Ghiyath al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzzafar azamshah al-sultan, additional inscriptions in the margin: al-sultan al-azam al-muayyad bi-tayid al-mulk al-rahman / Inscription in a circle: Nasir amir al-muminin ghawth al-islam wal muslimin khallada mulkahu, date and mint in the margin. One of the most beautiful issues from Bengal. Excellent HUGE silver coin, very attractive, thick and heavy. Nice! 30 mm in diameter (HUGE!!!), 10.7 grams. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B-241; Rajgor 227.
Attractive large silver tanka, Ghiyas-Ud-Din Azam Shah (1389-1416), Bengal Sulta - Inscriptions in quatrefoil: Ghiyath al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzzafar azamshah al-sultan, additional inscriptions in the margin: al-sultan al-azam al-muayyad bi-tayid al-mulk al-rahman / Inscription in a circle: Nasir amir al-muminin ghawth al-islam wal muslimin khallada mulkahu, date and mint in the margin. One of the most beautiful issues from Bengal. Excellent HUGE silver coin, very attractive, thick and heavy. Nice! 30 mm in diameter (HUGE!!!), 10.7 grams. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B-241; Rajgor 227.
Attractive mint silver tanka of Sikandar Shah I (1357-1389 AD), Firuzabad mint, - Shah Sikandar ibn Ilyas Shah al-Sultan within a circle / Al-Mujaheed fi sabil al-rahman within a circle, mint and date in the margin around. 25mm, 10.8 grams. Firuzabad mint, date off flan. Excellent large coin. Scarce. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B165.
Attractive large silver tanka, Ghiyas-Ud-Din Azam Shah (1389-1416), Bengal Sulta - Inscriptions in quatrefoil: Ghiyath al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzzafar azamshah al-sultan, additional inscriptions in the margin: al-sultan al-azam al-muayyad bi-tayid al-mulk al-rahman / Inscription in a circle: Nasir amir al-muminin ghawth al-islam wal muslimin khallada mulkahu, date and mint in the margin. One of the most beautiful issues from Bengal. Excellent HUGE silver coin, very attractive, thick and heavy. Nice! 30 mm in diameter (HUGE!!!), 10.7 grams. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B-241; Rajgor 227.
Extremely nice and rare! Silver punchmarked 1/2 karshapana from Cheitya Janapada - Four punchmarks - an elephant, two geometric symbols and and interesting large symbol consisting of three tourine symbols, circles and a border of dot / Blank. 17mmx16mm, 1.69 grams. Rajgor - (similar to series 22 and 26) The coins from the hoard from Chhindawara in Madhya Pradesh were recently published by Shtrugan Jain in JNSI. The coins were reportedly found in Chhindawara. Their addtribution is to Chetiya Janapada and is based on the find spots of these types of coins. This beautiful type is very rare, not previousely published. Chedi (or Chetiya) Janapada, covering parts of Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra, was one of the original 16 Janapadas. Sometimes in ca.4th century, the Vidarbha region (previousely a part of Chetiya) became independent.
Scarce silver tanka of Taj al-Din Firuz Shah (1397-1422 AD), Hadrat Ahsanabad mi - Arabic inscriptions on both sides, translating "Sultan of the time and the age, he who confides in the support of the Merciful One". Dated to 819 AH = 1416 AD. 26mm, 10.92 grams, sharply struck, toned.Mint of Hadrat Ahsanabad. "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" BH63, Rajgor 2570. A test cut on one side of the coin pierced the coin, resulting in a hole.
RRRR Chittagong trade tanka, Bahadur (1555-1560), Chittagong area (B-1009) - Very crude Legends on both sides: Bahadur Shah Sultan ibn Mahmud Shah Sultan Khallada Allah Mulkahu Wa Sultanahu / Shahada and al-sultan bin al-Sultan, four Caliphs in margins. 24.5mm in diameter, 10.10 grams. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B1009. Extremely rare type, rated RRR (highest rarity ranking) in Goron/Goenka. Chittagong (an area in Eastern Bengal) issued Bengal-type coins whenever it would come under the influence of Bengal. The coins issued in Chittagong are characteristically crude, full of spelling errors and retrograde letters (like on this coin) and struck to a tanka standard (10.3-10.7 grams), not to a rupee standard used by Islam Shah (11.4 grams). All Chittagong coins are rare to very rare, and are very difficult to find.
Extremely nice and rare! Silver punchmarked 1/2 karshapana from Chhindawara, Che - Four punchmarks - an elephant, two geometric symbols and and interesting large symbol consisting of lines and circles / Blank. 20mmx14mm, 1.67 grams. Rajgor - (similar to series 22 and 26) The coins from the hoard from Chhindawara in Madhya Pradesh were recently published by Shtrugan Jain in JNSI. The coins were found on Waiganga river in Chhindawara. Their addtribution is to Chetiya Janapada and is based on the find spots of these types of coins. This beautiful type is very rare, not previousely published. Chedi (or Chetiya) Janapada, covering parts of Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra, was one of the original 16 Janapadas. Sometimes in ca.4th century, the Vidarbha region (previousely a part of Chetiya) became independent.
Billon tanka of Firuz (1351-1388 AD) dated to 763 AH/1361 AD, Sultanate of Delhi - Inscriptions on both sides, Firuz shah sultani darabat bi-hadrat dehli / Al-khalifat amir al-mu minin khulidat khilafatuhu. 17mm, 8.69 grams. Dated to 763 AH =1361 AD. Hadrat Dehli mint. White colour, decent quality billon. "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" D-473.
Large silver rupee of Daud Shah Kararani (1572-1576 AD), Bengal Sultanate, India - Inscriptions on both sides. Da'ud Shah sulaiman shah kararani khallada allah mulkahu wa sultanahu, with Sri Daud Shahi in Nagari / Khallada mentioning the first four Caliphs. 30mm, 11.34 grams. Mint of Tanda. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B-982. Superb condition, exceptionally rare this nice. Rare.
Rare type billon dehliwal (jital) of Masud (1242-1246), Delhi mint, Sultanate of - Horseman left, holding standard, Sri Shalifa in Nagari / Bull standing left, Sri Alava Sulitan in Nagari. 14mm, 3.31 grams. Mint of Delhi. "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" D129; Tye 404. he rare type with Sri Shailfa is MUCH rarer than the common Sri Hamira type. The Delhi Sultanate, or Sulthanath-e-Hind/Sulthanath-e-Dilli refers to the various dynasties that ruled in India from 1210 to 1526. Several Turko-Afghan dynasties ruled from Delhi: the Slave dynasty (1206-90), the Khilji dynasty (1290-1320), the Tughlaq dynasty (1320-1413), the Sayyid dynasty (1414-51), and the Lodi (1451-1526).
Completely unpublished type! "Square border" rupee of Aurangzeb (1658-1707 AD), - Inscriptions on both sides within square borders with ornaments at angles, and in all 4 margins. Dated to regnal year 28 = 1685/1686 AD. 23mm, 11.4 grams. Akbarabad mint, unpublished in Krause, Wright and Whitehead. The word "Shah" n in the second line within the square on obverse is missing - the second line reads simply as "Alamgir", NOT "Shah Alamgir" as on all published coins. The coin is unlisted in all standard references, and I could not locate a similar one in any sales catalogues or specialized references. The coin seems to be completely unpublished.
RARE! Silver tanka of Mohamed Shah (1415-1432 AD), Bengal Sultanate, India (B-36 - Large silver tanka of Jalal-Ud-Din Mohamed Shah (818-836 AH / 1415-1432 AD) from his second reign, Bengal. Large silver coin, measuring 30mm, 10.56 grams. Tughra on both sides. Dated to 832-AH / 1428 AD. Arsah Chatgaon mint. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B366. Excellent high grade large silver coin. Very RARE!
Silver tanka of Sikandar Shah I (1357-1389 AD), Hadrat Firuzabad mint, Bengal Su - Al-imam al-azam abu'l mujahid sikandar shah ibn ilyas shah al-sultan / Yamin khalifat allah nasir amir al-muminin khallada allah khalifatahu, mint and date on the reverse. Mint of Hadrat Firuzabad, date off-flan. 29mm, 10.88 grams.. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B181.
Silver rupee, Emperor Alamgir II (1754-1759), Arkat, Madras Presidency, British - Inscriptions on both sides, title is given as "Badshah Alamgir". Dated to (frozen) regnal year 6 = 1759 AD. Mint of Arkat. 21mm, 11.29 grams. KM 384. SKU T720-51259 The Madras Presidency, or the Presidency of Fort St. George, and also known as Madras Province, was an administrative subdivision (presidency) of British India.
Silver tanka of Shams Al-Din Ilyas (743-758 AH / 1342-1357 AD), al-Balad Firuzab - Inscriptions on both sides: Al-Sultan al-adil shms al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar ilyas shah al-sultan / Sikandar al-thani yamin al-khalifa amir al-muminin. Al-baldat Firuzabad mint. Large silver coin, measuring 26mm, 10.83 grams. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B-152.
Silver punch drachm of Salisuka (ca.215-202 BC) - without the "sun" symbol and w - Five punch-mark symbols (see below) / Three kartikeyas (rare with the figures) and an additional small punchmark. Irregular flat silver planchet, 12x10mm, 3.4 grams. Vidisa or Eran mint. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC VII III C 18 (#595); MACW 4251-4257. Very scarce provincial issue, lacking the sun and the six-armed symbol, common on the normal Mauryan issues. They do date to The Mauryan Empire was India's first great unified empire. It lasted from 321 to 185 BCE, and was ruled by the Mauryan dynasty. At its height it ruled virtually all of northern and central India and parts of Afghanistan and Pakistan.
Extremely rare and unpublished! 6-mashakas from Andhra Janapada, ca.500-350 BC, - Four punchmarked symbols symbols (yoni (female sexual organs), elephant left, bull left, plow left) / Blank. 17x13mm, 1.17 grams. Rajgor's "Punchmarked coins of the early historic India" series 2 (wrongly listed as 1/4 karshapana) (closely related to Series 2 #27), but an unpublished type. Extremely rare!!! Ancient country of Andhra was located between the Godavari and the Krishna rivers. The captial city was Dhanakataka, modern Bezwada. They issued silver karshapanas and fractions, all extremely rare and poorly studied.
Extremely rare and unpublished! 6-mashakas from Andhra Janapada, ca.500-350 BC, - Four punchmarked symbols symbols (yoni (female sexual organs), elephant left, bull left, plow left) / Blank. 16x17mm, 1.15 grams. Rajgor's "Punchmarked coins of the early historic India" series 2 (wrongly listed as 1/4 karshapana) (closely related to Series 2 #27), but an unpublished type. Extremely rare!!! Ancient country of Andhra was located between the Godavari and the Krishna rivers. The captial city was Dhanakataka, modern Bezwada. They issued silver karshapanas and fractions, all extremely rare and poorly studied.
Extremely rare two-sided type! Silver punchmarked 1/2 karshapana from Cheitya Ja - Four punchmarks - an elephant, two geometric symbols consisting of three tourine symbols, and one symbol consisting of 3 S-shaped symbols within border of dots / Undertype consisting of 4 visible marks shown above. 18mmx17mm, 1.60 grams. Rajgor - (similar to series 22 and 26). The coins from the hoard from Chhindawara in Madhya Pradesh. Their addtribution is to Chetiya Janapada and is based on the find spots of these types of coins. This beautiful type is extremely rare! Chedi (or Chetiya) Janapada, covering parts of Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra, was one of the original 16 Janapadas. Sometimes in ca.4th century, the Vidarbha region (previousely a part of Chetiya) became independent.
Attractive silver tanka of Sikandar Shah (1357-1389), Firuzabad, Bengal Sultanat - Shah Sikandar ibn Ilyas Shah al-Sultan within a circle / Al-Mujaheed fi sabil al-rahman within a circle, mint and date in the margin around. 26mm, 10.7 grams. Firuzabad mint, date off flan. Excellent large coin. Scarce. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B165.
Silver tanka of Sikandar Shah I (1357-1389 AD), Hadrat Firuzabad mint, Bengal Su - Al-imam al-azam abu'l mujahid sikandar shah ibn ilyas shah al-sultan / Yamin khalifat allah nasir amir al-muminin khallada allah khalifatahu, mint and date on the reverse. Mint of Hadrat Firuzabad, dated to 776 AH = 1373 AD. 27mm, 10.8 grams. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B181.
Quality silver drachm of Skandagupta (455-467 AD), altar type, Gupta Empire - Crude bust of king right / Lighted altar with a few steps, in Brahmi: Parama-bhagavata Sri Skandagupta Kramaditya. 12x9mm, 2.00 grams. Scarce this nice. Mitchiner ACW 4869-4872. SKU T782-51217 Very nice quality piece, rare this nice. Skandagupta (ca. 455-467 CE) was a Gupta Emperor of northern India. He famously repulsed an invasion by the Indo-Hephthalites (known as Hunas in India), probably the Kidarites, and is generally considered the last of the great Gupta Emperors.
Rare square fouree rupee of Islam Shah (1545-1552), Patna (?), Delhi Sultanate - Legend within a dotted square / Inscriptions, Shahada, dated to 956 AH = 1549 AD. 19mmx19mm, 11.13 grams. Mint of Patna (?). "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" D-965A var. (round coin depicted, RRR), Rajgor -. SKU T942-52158 This seems to be a variation of the very rare round rupee from Patna mint (D-965A) - the design is the same, but it is struck on a square flan. It seems to be a fouree, with the small piece of the plating missing. Unique, completely unpublished.
Silver rupee, Emperor Alamgir II (1754-1759), Arkat, Madras Presidency, British - Inscriptions on both sides, title is given as "Badshah Alamgir". Dated to (frozen) regnal year 6 = 1759 AD. Mint of Arkat. 21mm, 10.99 grams. Arkat mint. KM 384. SKU T725-51269 The Madras Presidency, or the Presidency of Fort St. George, and also known as Madras Province, was an administrative subdivision (presidency) of British India.
Attractive silver tanka of Sikandar Shah (1357-1389), Firuzabad, Bengal Sultanat - Shah Sikandar ibn Ilyas Shah al-Sultan within a circle / Al-Mujaheed fi sabil al-rahman within a circle, mint and date in the margin around. 26mm, 10.18 grams. Firuzabad mint, date off flan. Excellent large coin. Scarce. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B165.
Silver tanka of Shams Al-Din Ilyas (743-758 AH / 1342-1357 AD), Bengal Sultanate - Large silver tanka of Shams Al-Din Ilyas (743-758 AH / 1342-1357 AD), Bengal. Large silver coin, measuring 26mm, 10.8 grams. Inscriptions on both sides. Firuzabad mint. Excellent high grade large silver coin. Scarce. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B151.
Silver drachm of Madana Palla Deva (ca.1145-1167), Tomaras and Chauhan Rajas of - Horseman right, holding standard, Nagari legend: SRI MA-DANA PALA DEVA / Bull facing left, Nagari legend above: MADHAVA-SRI SAMANTA DEVA. Decent silver, large flan - 16mm, 3.27 grams. Mint of Delhi, Tye #45.1a. The silver drachms (or jitals) were issued by 9 different Tomaras and Chauhan Rajas of Delhi. These coins of the Hindu Delhi Rajas were copied by Muhammed bin Sam and some later muslim rulers of Delhi. These coins are made of fairly decent silver and of large flans. They are not exactly rare, but they do not show up on the market very often and are difficult to find.
Extremely rare and unpublished! 6-mashakas from Andhra Janapada, ca.500-350 BC, - Four punchmarked symbols symbols (yoni (female sexual organs), elephant left, bull left, plow left) / Blank. 20x14mm, 1.12 grams. Rajgor's "Punchmarked coins of the early historic India" series 2 (wrongly listed as 1/4 karshapana) (closely related to Series 2 #27), but an unpublished type. Extremely rare!!! Ancient country of Andhra was located between the Godavari and the Krishna rivers. The captial city was Dhanakataka, modern Bezwada. They issued silver karshapanas and fractions, all extremely rare and poorly studied.
Very nice silver tanka of Muhammad II (1296-1316 AD), Sultanate of Delhi, India - Inscriptions on both sides: Al-sultan al-azam ala al-dunya wal din abul muzaffar muhammad shah al-sultan / Additional titles, with Muhammad calling himself "Sikandar al-thani" ("The second Alexander (the Great)"). Mint of Delhi. Beautiful HUGE silver coin. 29mm, 10.8 grams. H.N.Wright #308; "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" #225/226. The Delhi Sultanate, or Sulthanath-e-Hind/Sulthanath-e-Dilli refers to the various dynasties that ruled in India from 1210 to 1526. Several Turko-Afghan dynasties ruled from Delhi: the Slave dynasty (1206-90), the Khilji dynasty (1290-1320), the Tughlaq dynasty (1320-1413), the Sayyid dynasty (1414-51), and the Lodi (1451-1526).
Extremely rare and unpublished! 6-mashakas from Andhra Janapada, ca.500-350 BC, - Four punchmarked symbols symbols (yoni (female sexual organs), elephant left, bull left, plow left) / Blank. 17x14mm, 1.17 grams. Rajgor's "Punchmarked coins of the early historic India" series 2 (wrongly listed as 1/4 karshapana) (closely related to Series 2 #27), but an unpublished type. Extremely rare!!! Ancient country of Andhra was located between the Godavari and the Krishna rivers. The captial city was Dhanakataka, modern Bezwada. They issued silver karshapanas and fractions, all extremely rare and poorly studied.
Extremely rare and unpublished! 1/2 karshapana from Andhra Janapada, ca.500-350 - Four punchmarked symbols symbols (shown above) / Blank. 16mmx13mm, 1.73 grams. Rajgor's "Punchmarked coins of the early historic India" series 1 (closely related to number 18), but an unpublished type. Extremely rare!!! Ancient country of Andhra was located between the Godavari and the Krishna rivers. The captial city was Dhanakataka, modern Bezwada. They issued silver karshapanas and fractions, all extremely rare and poorly studied.
Silver tanka of Ala Al-Din Husain (899-925 AH / 1493-1519 AD), Bengall Sultanate - 27mm in diameter (large!!!), 10.7 g. Silver Tanka, Inscriptions / Inscriptions within scalloped borders. Khazana mint, dated to 917 AH / 1511 AD. Excellent large silver coin, very attractive, thick and heavy. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B709.
Silver tanka of Rukn Al-Din Barbak (1459-1474 AD), Khazana mint, Bengal Sultanat - Al-Sultan ibn al-Sultan rukn al-dunya wa'l din abu'l mujjahid barbakshah / Shahada, mint (Khazana) and date (864 AH). 29mm, 10.8 grams. Khazana mint. Dated to 864 AH = 1459. Nice large silver coin. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B-517 Very rare. "
Silver tanka of Ghiyath al-din Azam (1389-1410), Muazzamabad mint, Bengal Sultan - Al-mu'ayyad bi-ta'yid al-rahman ghiyath al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar azam shah al sultan within a square, the names of the four Caliphs in margins / Nasir al-Islam wa'l muslimin nasir amir al-muminin within a multifoil,date and mint in the margin. Dated to 793 AH = 1390 AD, Muazzamabad mint, date off-flan. 26mm in diameter, 10.71 g. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B-245.
Silver tanka of Rukn Al-Din Barbak (864-879 AH / 1459-1474 AD), Dar al-Darb mint - Al-Sultan ibn al-Sultan rukn al-dunya wa'l din abu'l mujjahid barbakshah / Shahada, mint (Dar al-Darb) and date (864 AH). 29mm, 10.8 grams. Dar al-Darb mint. Dated to 864 AH / 1459. Nice large silver coin. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B-516
Silver tanka of Nasir Al-Din Mahmud (837-864 AH / 1433-1459), Bengal Sultanate, - Scarce silver tanka of Nasir Al-Din Mahmud (837-864 AH / 1433-1459), Bengal. Inscriptions on both sides. Dar al-Darb mint, dated to 861 AH / 1456 AD. Large silver coin, measuring 30mm, 10.9 grams. Very attractive and large. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B442.
Silver tanka of Jalal ud-Din Muhammad Shah (818-836 AH/1415-1432 AD), Arsah Chat - Jalal al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar mohammed shah al-sultan / Nasir amir al-muminin ghawth al-Islam wa'l muslimin khallada mulkahu within a square, mint and date in margins. Arsah Chatgaon mint, date off flan. 30mm, 10.8 grams. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B330.
Silver tanka of Ghiyath al-din Azam (1389-1410), Muazzamabad mint, Bengal Sultan - Al-mu'ayyad bi-ta'yid al-rahman ghiyath al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar azam shah al sultan within a square, the names of the four Caliphs in margins / Nasir al-Islam wa'l muslimin nasir amir al-muminin within a multifoil,date and mint in the margin. Dated to 793 AH = 1390 AD, Muazzamabad mint, date off-flan. 26mm in diameter, 10.70 g. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B-245.
Scarce type billon jital of Iltutmish (1210-1235 AD), Lahore mint, Sultanate of - Shams-ud-din Iltutmis (12101236) was the third ruler of the Mamluk dynasty of Delhi of Turkic origin. He was the Governor of Badaun when he deposed Qutub-ud-din's successor Aram Shah and acceeded to the throne of the Delhi Sultanate in 1211.
Very RARE type! Silver tanka of Rukn Al-Din Barbak (864-879 AH / 1459-1474 AD), - Al-Sultan ibn al-Sultan rukn al-dunya wa'l din abu'l mujjahid barbakshah / Shahada, mint (Nasirabad) and date (864). 29mm, 10.8 grams. Nasirabad mint. Dated to 864 AH / 1459. Nice large silver coin. Extremely rare type - of highest rarity (RRR)! "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B-521.
Silver tanka of Nasir ud-Din Mahmud Shah (837-864 AH/1433-1459), Bengal Sultanat - 24mm, 10.7 grams. Inscriptions on both sides. Mohammedabad mint, dated to 862 AH / 1457 AD (the "6" looks rather like 5, so in some sources this coin is reported as 852 AH). Excellent large coin. EXTREMELY RARE! "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B419.
Rare type! Silver tanka of Nasir Al-Din Mahmud (837-864 AH / 1433-1459), Bengal - Extremely rare silver tanka of Nasir Al-Din Mahmud (837-864 AH / 1433-1459), Bengal. Large silver coin, measuring 25mm, 10.9 grams. Inscriptions on both sides. Khalifatabad mint, dated to 847 AH / 1443 AD. Very attractive and large. Extremely rare type! "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B417.
AE tetradrachm (w/fire god Athsho), Kanishka (c.127-152 AD), Kushan Empire - Athsho was a Kushan god of fire derived from Atar, Atash, or Azar - the Zoroastrian concept of holy fire. The cult of Athsho may have been prevalent in North-eastern Iran and Mid Persia. King standing left beside altar, holding trident, Bactrian legend PAC KANHPKI / Nimbate Fire-God Athsho standing left, wearing a long cape and holding a wreath, AΘPO in the right field, tamgha in the left field.
AE tetradrachm (w/fire god Athsho), Kanishka (c.127-152 AD), Kushan Empire - Athsho was a Kushan god of fire derived from Atar, Atash, or Azar - the Zoroastrian concept of holy fire. The cult of Athsho may have been prevalent in North-eastern Iran and Mid Persia. King standing left beside altar, holding trident, Bactrian legend PAC KANHPKI / Nimbate Fire-God Athsho standing left, wearing a long cape and holding a wreath, AΘPO in the right field, tamgha in the left field.
AE tetradrachm (w/fire god Athsho), Kanishka (c.127-152 AD), Kushan Empire - Athsho was a Kushan god of fire derived from Atar, Atash, or Azar - the Zoroastrian concept of holy fire. The cult of Athsho may have been prevalent in North-eastern Iran and Mid Persia. King standing left beside altar, holding trident, Bactrian legend PAC KANHPKI / Nimbate Fire-God Athsho standing left, wearing a long cape and holding a wreath, AΘPO in the right field, tamgha in the left field.
RARE! Silver tanka of Mohamed Shah (1415-1432), Arsah Chatgaon, Bengall Sultanat - RARE! Silver tanka of Mohamed Shah (1415-1432), Arsah Chatgaon, Bengall Sultanate, India (B-335) Large silver tanka of Jalal-Ud-Din Mohamed Shah (818-836 AH / 1415-1432 AD) from his second reign, Bengal. Large silver coin, measuring 30mm, 10.42 grams. Tughra on both sides. Dated to 832 AH / 1428 AD. Arsah Chatgaon mint. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B335. Excellent high grade large silver coin. Very rare.
Silver tanka of Rukn Al-Din Barbak (864-879 AH / 1459-1474 AD), unknown mint typ - Rukn al-duya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar barbakshah al-sultan bin mahmud shah al-sutan / al muayyad bi-tayid al-rahman khalifat allah bi'l hujjat wa'l burhan, mint name below (has not been read). 25mm, 10.8 grams. Dated to 867AH = 1462 AD. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B542. Mint had not been established as of this moment - this type is catalogued as "unknown mint" in the literature.
Silver tanka of Rukn Al-Din Barbak (864-879 AH / 1459-1474 AD), Dar al-Darb mint - Rukn al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar barbakshah al-sultan bin mahmud al-sultan / al muayyad bi-tayid al-rahman khalifat allah bi'l hujjat wa'l burhan, date below. 28mm, 10.8 grams .Dar al-Darb mint. Dated to 867 AH / 1462 AD. 28mm, 10.80 grams. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B-536.
Rare billon 1/2 tanka of Mohamed III (1325-51), w/Caliph al-Hakim II, Delhi, Ind - Rare billon 1/2 tanka of Mohamed III bin Tughluq (1325-1351), struck in the name of the Abbasid Caliph al-Hakim II, Sultanate of Delhi, India Legends on both sides: allah / al-Hakim / bi-amr / Ahmd / a al-abbas / bu. 14mm, 3.4 grams. Mintless and dateless type, struck for a 32 ratti standard. Rajgor 1172; "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" D-450.
AE tetradrachm (w/fire god Athsho), Kanishka (c.127-152 AD), Kushan Empire - Athsho was a Kushan god of fire derived from Atar, Atash, or Azar - the Zoroastrian concept of holy fire. The cult of Athsho may have been prevalent in North-eastern Iran and Mid Persia. King standing left beside altar, holding trident, Bactrian legend PAC KANHPKI / Nimbate Fire-God Athsho standing left, wearing a long cape and holding a wreath, AΘPO in the right field, tamgha in the left field.
AE tetradrachm (w/fire god Athsho), Kanishka (c.127-152 AD), Kushan Empire - Athsho was a Kushan god of fire derived from Atar, Atash, or Azar - the Zoroastrian concept of holy fire. The cult of Athsho may have been prevalent in North-eastern Iran and Mid Persia. King standing left beside altar, holding trident, Bactrian legend PAC KANHPKI / Nimbate Fire-God Athsho standing left, wearing a long cape and holding a wreath, AΘPO in the right field, tamgha in the left field.
AE tetradrachm (w/fire god Athsho), Kanishka (c.127-152 AD), Kushan Empire - Athsho was a Kushan god of fire derived from Atar, Atash, or Azar - the Zoroastrian concept of holy fire. The cult of Athsho may have been prevalent in North-eastern Iran and Mid Persia. King standing left beside altar, holding trident, Bactrian legend PAC KANHPKI / Nimbate Fire-God Athsho standing left, wearing a long cape and holding a wreath, AΘPO in the right field, tamgha in the left field.
Unlisted silver tanka of Mohamed Shah (1415-1432), Bengal Sultanate, India - Unlisted silver tanka of Jalal-Ud-Din Mohamed Shah (818-836 AH = 1415-1432 AD), Bengal. 27mm, 10.62 grams. Inscriptions on both sides. Undated and mintless. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B308A variety. The type with the obverse in quatrefoil is not published, it seems.
Unpublished error date (768 AH) - Silver tanka of Barbak (1459-1474), mintless t - Unpublished error date (768 AH) - Silver tanka of Barbak (1459-1474), mintless type w/error date, Bengal Sultanate, India Rukn al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar barbakshah al-sultan bin mahmud al-sultan / al muayyad bi-tayid al-rahman khalifat allah bi'l hujjat wa'l burhan, date below. 26mm, 10.8 grams. No mint name. Dated to 768 AH (sic) - error for 867 AH / 1462 AD. Unpublished with this error date! "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B-543.
Silver tanka of Nasir al-din Nusrat (1519-1531), Fathabad mint (B-810), Bengal - Al-Sultan bin al-sultan Nasir al-Dunya wa'l din abu'l Muzaffar Nusratshah al-Sultan bin-Husein Shah al-Sultan al-huseini khallada allah mulkahu spread on both sides. Fathabad on obverse, Darl-al-darb on reverse. Dated to 925 AH = 1519 AD. 26mm in diameter, 10.5 g. Dar-al-darb Fathabad mint. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B-810.
Extremely rare! Tatta mint silver rupee of Shah Alam Bahadur with his pre-access - Name and titles of Mu'azzam as "Mu'azzam, second Shah Jahan". 21.5mm, 10.97 grams. Mint of Tatta.KM 345.1 Mu'azzam was a son of Aurangzeb. In the first year of his reign he minted some coins in Tatta using his pre-accession name "Mu'azzam" and not his Imperial name, and a honorific title "Second Shah Jahan". These coins are extremely rare and unpriced in Krause.
Rare silver 1/16th shatamana (shana) from Gandhara Janapada, ca.500-400 BC, Indi - A single punchmark (6-armed Gandharan symbol with a dot between two of the arms) / blank. 12mm, 0.68 grams. Rare. Rajgor 579var. Gandhara was a region and a country in the ancient northern India (modern Pakistan). Gandhara Janapada was one of the 16 Janapadas mentioned in the Buddhist chronicles. It was a subject of the Achaemenid Empire during the reign of Darius in the late 6th century BC, and was the birthplace of the first indian coins.
Rare silver 1/16th shatamana (shana) from Gandhara Janapada, ca.500-400 BC, Indi - A single punchmark (6-armed Gandharan symbol with a dot between two of the arms) / blank. 12mm, 0.56 grams. Rare. Rajgor 579var. Gandhara was a region and a country in the ancient northern India (modern Pakistan). Gandhara Janapada was one of the 16 Janapadas mentioned in the Buddhist chronicles. It was a subject of the Achaemenid Empire during the reign of Darius in the late 6th century BC, and was the birthplace of the first indian coins.
Rare silver 1/16th shatamana (shana) from Gandhara Janapada, ca.500-400 BC, Indi - A single punchmark (6-armed Gandharan symbol with a dot between two of the arms) / blank. 12mm, 0.70 grams. Rare. Rajgor 579var. Gandhara was a region and a country in the ancient northern India (modern Pakistan). Gandhara Janapada was one of the 16 Janapadas mentioned in the Buddhist chronicles. It was a subject of the Achaemenid Empire during the reign of Darius in the late 6th century BC, and was the birthplace of the first indian coins.
Huge and extremely rare scyphate 1/2 shatamana (?) from Kashi Janapada, 6th cent - Four punchmarks, many banker's marks / Many bankers' mark. 31mmx25mm, 4.88 grams. Rajgor "Punch-marked coins of early historic India" series 55, #709 (a slight variation). High quality piece - extremely rare, especially this nice! In the 7th and 6th century BC Kashi continuously engaged in warfare with Kasala. In ca.525 BC Kashi, the long-time enemy of Kasala, was conquered by it, and was administered as a Kasal province until the conquest of Kasala by Magadha in ca.475 BC. These early huge scyphate coins are pre-Kasala conquest, and were issued sometimes before 525 BC. All these coins are extremely rare. The denomination of these coins is uncertain - they are heavier than the 42-mana vimshatikas, and might have represented a 1/2 shatamana denomination.
Silver 1/2 tanka of Ghiyas Shah (1469-1500), 1473, Malwa Sultanate, India (M-75) - The sacking of Delhi by the Mongol conqueror Timur in the early fifteenth century caused the breakup of that sultanate into smaller states, and in 1401 Dilawar Khan, previously Malwa's governor under the rule of Delhi, declared himself sultan of Malwa.
Rare silver 1/8th shatamana (shana) from Gandhara Janapada, ca.500-400 BC, India - A single punchmark (6-armed Gandharan symbol with a dot between two of the arms) / blank. 13mm, 1.29 grams. Rare. Rajgor 578. Gandhara was a region and a country in the ancient northern India (modern Pakistan). Gandhara Janapada was one of the 16 Janapadas mentioned in the Buddhist chronicles. It was a subject of the Achaemenid Empire during the reign of Darius in the late 6th century BC, and was the birthplace of the first indian coins.
Silver 1/2 tanka of Nasir al-Din Mahmud Shah I (1458-1511), Mustafabad mint, Guj - 15mm, 4.28 grams. Mustafabad mint. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" G87; Rajgot 2218. Following Timur's invasion of Delhi, the Delhi Sultanate weakened considerably so he declared himself independent in 1407 and formally established Gujarat Sultanate.
Large square silver tanka of Mahmud Shah (1436-1468), dated 855 AH / 1450 AD, Ha - Very nice for these, thick and heavy coin, made out of decent silver. Malwa is a region of central India, lying in the western part of Madhya Pradesh state. From the mid-tenth century, Malwa was ruled by the Paramara clan of Rajputs, who established a capital at Dhar.
Large square silver tanka of Mahmud Shah (1436-1468), dated 855 AH / 1450 AD, Ha - Very nice for these, thick and heavy coin, made out of decent silver. Malwa is a region of central India, lying in the western part of Madhya Pradesh state. From the mid-tenth century, Malwa was ruled by the Paramara clan of Rajputs, who established a capital at Dhar.
Extremely rare 1/4 shatamana with a five-arms punchmark with 5 bars, Kamboja Jan - 17mmx15mm, 2.86 grams. The coins of Kamboja Janapada were derived from the coins of Gandhara Janapada, as they used a similar punchmarked symbol (with a different number of arms, though). They might be the earliest of all punchmarked Indian coins.
Huge silver tanka of Sikandar Shah I (1357-1389 AD), Hadrat Firuzabad mint, date - Inscriptions on both sides, naming Sikandar and his titles spread on both sides. Hadrat Firuzabad mint, dated 781 AH = 1379 AD. 33mm, 10.8 grams. Goron/Goenka "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" #B193. Abul Mujahid Sikandar Shah, commonly known as Sikandar Shah; was the second Sultan of Bengal and the Ilyas Shahi dynasty. He was the son of Shamsuddin Ilyas Shah. Sikandar Shah continued to project the imperial ambitions of his father. He defeated the Sultan of Delhi in 1359. His reign is also noted for its grandiose architectural projects.
Silver tanka of Shams Al-Din Ilyas Shah (1342-1357 AD), dated 751 AH (1350 AD), - Shamsuddin Ilyas Shah was the first Sultan of Bengal and founder of the Ilyas Shahi dynasty, which lasted for nearly one hundred and fifty years. A Sunni Muslim of Sistani Afghan origin, he unified the Bengal region into an Islamic kingdom during the 14th century.
RRRR 'Arsah al-ma'murah Satgaon mint silver tanka of Sikandar Shah I (1357-1389 - Islamic inscriptions, geometric figures on both sides. "Arsa al-ma'murah" Satgaon ("populous territory of Satgaon") mint, dated to 780 AH = 1377 AD. 31mm, 10.58 grams. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B197A (same dies as the only other coin of this type known, pictured in the reference above). EXTREMELY rare mint for this type!
Unlisted and first known silver tanka of Nasir al-din Mahmud (1433-1459), mintle - Nasir al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar Mahmud Shah al-sultan / Nasir al-assalam wa al-muslimin khalladah malkeh. Na date and no mint. Small silver coin but at proper tanka weight - 23mm in diameter, 10.59 grams. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B-450 (for a gold tanka). This crude type is known for a gold tanka and a silver half-tanka, and was never published for a silver tanka coin. This is the first known coin of this type known.
Bronze 2/3 ghani of Murtada Nizam Shah III (1600-1610), Ahmdnagar Sultanate, Ind - Inscription on both sides: Darb Murtada Ahmdnagar / Fi Shuhur Sanah. 18mm, 8.95 grams. Daulatabad mint. "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" N31.Ahmdnagar Sultanate rose from the ashes of the Bahmani Sultanate and maintained independence from 1490 AD until conquered by the Mughals in 1636 AD.
Rare Ujjain mint silver punch drachm of Samprati (ca.216-207 BC), Ujjain mint (G - Five punched symbols: 3 figures, rooster on stupa and geometrical symbol / Banker's mark. 15mmx13mm, 3.32 grams. Malwa mint (Ujjain). Mitchiner ACW 4246-4247; Gupta/Hardaker ISPC VII I C 26 (#586) Mitchiner attributes these coins to Samprati, some other authorities attribute this type to Kunala.
Extremely nice and unique with elephant left! Silver punchmarked 1/2 karshapana - Four punchmarks - an elephant (unique with elephant left), two geometric symbols and and interesting large symbol consisting of lines and circles / Blank. 17mm, 1.69 grams. Rajgor - (similar to series 22 and 26) The coins from the hoard from Chhindawara in Madhya Pradesh were recently published by Shtrugan Jain in JNSI. The coins were found on Waiganga river in Chhindawara. Their addtribution is to Chetiya Janapada and is based on the find spots of these types of coins. This beautiful type is very rare, not previousely published. Chedi (or Chetiya) Janapada, covering parts of Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra, was one of the original 16 Janapadas. Sometimes in ca.4th century, the Vidarbha region (previousely a part of Chetiya) became independent.
RRRRR AR punchmarked 6-mashaka, Andhra Janapada, ca.500-350 BC, India - Four punchmarked symbols symbols (elephant left, two geometric symbols, plow left) / Blank. 17x15mm, 1.24 grams. Rajgor's "Punchmarked coins of the early historic India" series 2 (wrongly listed as 1/4 karshapana) but an unpublished type. Extremely rare type, unpublished in this denomination and with these marks. Ancient country of Andhra was located between the Godavari and the Krishna rivers. The captial city was Dhanakataka, modern Bezwada. They issued silver karshapanas and fractions, all extremely rare and poorly studied.
Silver tanka of Nasir al-Din Mahmud (1246-1266), Hadrat Delhi mint, Sultanate of - Arabic inscriptions on both sides: Al-sultan al-azzam Nasir al-dunya wal din abul muzaffar Mahmud ibn sultan / Arabic inscriptions, citing Caliph al-Mustansir, date and mint name in the margins. Mint of Delhi. 27mm, 10.9 grams. "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" D-138, Rajgor 918. The Delhi Sultanate, or Sulthanath-e-Hind/Sulthanath-e-Dilli refers to the various dynastiesthat ruled in India from 1210 to 1526. Several Turko-Afghan dynastiesruled from Delhi: the Slave dynasty (1206-90), the Khilji dynasty(1290-1320), the Tughlaq dynasty (1320-1413), the Sayyid dynasty(1414-51), and the Lodi (1451-1526).
Scarce type late issue silver drachm of Saurashtra and Gujarat (ca.1000-1100 AD) - Indian imitations of the Sassanian coins of Emperor Peroz (Firuz), Saindhava/Chalukya/Abhira/Chapa series. These coins were minted in Northern India by the Rajput dynasties of Saurashtra and Gujarat and imitated the earlier Sassanian drachms.
Rare! Silver "heavy" karshapana from Kasala Janapada, late independent period, 5 - Four punchmarks (as shown above) / A number of bankers' marks. Irregular flan, ca.24 mm, 3.04 grams. Rajgor 975 var. (the second mark is replaced with another first mark, resulting in two identical marks - this variety (perhaps a striking error) is unlisted in Rajgor) This issue was probably transitional between vimshatikas and the later, "light" karshapanas. This type was probably struck in the 5th century, either in the years immediately preceding the conquest of Kosala by Magadha or perhaps immediately afterwards. Rare coin, very nice for these.
Silver tanka of Nasir al-din Nusrat (1519-1531), Arsah mint (B-800), Bengal Sult - Al-Sultan bin al-sultan Nasir al-Dunya wa'l din abu'l Muzaffar Nusratshah al-Sultan bin-Husein Shah al-Sultan al-huseini khallada allah mulkahu zarb 'Arsah 962 spread on both sides. Dated to fictional date 962 AH = 1554 AD. 25mm in diameter, 10.30 grams. Arsah mint. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B800. Unique error or fictional date, unlisted anywhere, as far as I can tell. Rare.
Silver drachm of Skandagupta (455-467 AD), altar type, Gupta Empire - Crude bust of king right / Lighted altar with a few steps, in Brahmi: Parama-bhagavata Sri Skandagupta Kramaditya. 11mm, 1.92 grams. Scarce this nice. Mitchiner ACW 4869-4872. SKU T777-33535 Skandagupta (ca. 455-467 CE) was a Gupta Emperor of northern India. He famously repulsed an invasion by the Indo-Hephthalites (known as Hunas in India), probably the Kidarites, and is generally considered the last of the great Gupta Emperors.
Late issue AE stater of King Harsha (1089-1101), Kashmir Kingdom, India - Harsha, also Harshadeva, (ruled 1089-1101 CE) was a Hindu king of Kashmir, India. Harsha belonged to the Utpala dynasty, of which he was the last ruler. Ha-rsha // Highly stylized King standing facing, sacrificing at altar at left, legend at right in Sharada script.
Huge silver tanka of Sikandar Shah I (759-792 AH = 1357-1389 AD), Bengal. RARE T - Very large - 30mm, 10.8 grams. Islamic inscriptions on both sides. Khitta Satgaon mint, dated 765 AH = 1363 AD. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B183a, Rajgor -. Extremely rare type, only one other coin of this type is known from this mint. Unpublished in Rajgor. Rated RRR (highest rarity).
RRRRR AR punchmarked 6-mashaka, Andhra Janapada, ca.500-350 BC, India - Four punchmarked symbols symbols (elephant left, three little elephants in a triangle, plow right) / Blank. 17x15mm, 1.24 grams. Rajgor's "Punchmarked coins of the early historic India" series 2 (wrongly listed as 1/4 karshapana) but an unpublished type. Extremely rare!!! Ancient country of Andhra was located between the Godavari and the Krishna rivers. The captial city was Dhanakataka, modern Bezwada. They issued silver karshapanas and fractions, all extremely rare and poorly studied.
Silver drachm of Nezak Malka (before 711 AD) w/bull headdress, Kabul Valley and - Bust right wearing winged bull headdress and ear-ringd NAPKI MALKA, control mark behind bust / Attendants and a fire aar, two 8-spoked sun wheels in upper fields. Beautiful large coin, very dark toned silver, 26.5mm, 2.79 grams. Minted in the Kabul Valley and Zabul. Mitchiner ACW 1499. These rare coins imitated the coinage of Peroz. The Nezak Malkas (c. AD 630-711) were a Turkic dynasty ruling the Kabul Valley and Gandhara as vassals of the Western Turk Yabghu enthroned at Qunduz. In 711, the scion of the junior branch of the Nezak dynasty in Zabulistan unseated his relative, the Nezal Malka at Kabul.
AE drachm of Megha Chandra Deva (1400s (?)), Kangra Kingdom, India - Kangra is a district is in the western part ofHimachal Pradesh, in the low foothills of the Himalayas. It was the place of anancient Hindu Kangra Kingdom. The kings of Kangra are almost unknown inhistory, their existence was shadowy and the dating of their reigns istentative.
AE drachm of Megha Chandra Deva (1400s (?)), Kangra Kingdom, India - Kangra is a district is in the western part of Himachal Pradesh, in the low foothills of the Himalayas. It was the place of an ancient Hindu Kangra Kingdom. The kings of Kangra are almost unknown in history, their existence was shadowy and the dating of their reigns is tentative.
Silver punch drachm of Mahapadma Nanda and his successors (ca.345-320 BC), Magad - Five punch-marked symbols (see below) / Blank. Irregular flat silver plachet (12x20mm, 3.6 g). Gupta/Hardaker ISPC series IV XXXI G13 (#425). The core of the kingdom was that portion of Bihar lying south of the Ganges, with its capital at Rajagriha (modern Rajgir).
Unique type with 3 punches - earliest large silver shatamana (double siglos or b - These fascinating large coins, equal to about 3 karshapanas, are the most likely candidates to be the very first Indian coins ever struck. From Gandhara, the idea of struck, or punchmarked, coinage spread south and soon the punchmarked coins were produced in many other regions of northern and central Indai.
Silver tanka of Nasir al-din Nusrat (1519-1531), Bengal (B-840) - Al-Sultan bin al-sultan Nasir al-Dunya wa'l din abu'l Muzaffar Nusratshah al-Sultan bin-Husein Shah al-Sultan al-huseini khallada allah mulkahu spread on both sides within ornate dotted borders. Dated to "27"=927 AH = 1521 AD. 22mm in diameter, 10.5 g. Nusratabad mint. Scarce. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B-840.
Extremely nice and rare! Silver punchmarked 1/2 karshapana from Cheitya Janapada - Four punchmarks - an elephant, two geometric symbols and and interesting large symbol consisting of three tourine symbols, circles and a border of dot / Blank. 17mmx14mm, 1.66 grams. Rajgor - (similar to series 22 and 26) The coins from the hoard from Chhindawara in Madhya Pradesh were recently published by Shtrugan Jain in JNSI. The coins were reportedly found in Chhindawara. Their addtribution is to Chetiya Janapada and is based on the find spots of these types of coins. This beautiful type is very rare, not previousely published. Chedi (or Chetiya) Janapada, covering parts of Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra, was one of the original 16 Janapadas. Sometimes in ca.4th century, the Vidarbha region (previousely a part of Chetiya) became independent.
RRR 1/4 shatamana w/5-armed symbol, Kamboja Janapada, c.500-400 BC, India - The coins of Kamboja Janapada were derived from the coins of Gandhara Jnapada, as they used a similar punchmarked symbol (with a different number of arms, though). They might be the earliest of all punchmarked Indian coins.
Unique silver punchmarked 6-mashaka, Andhra Janapada, c.500-350 BC, India - Four punchmarked symbols symbols (elephant left, two fish in a rectangle, tourine symbol plow right) / Blank. 16x15mm, 1.23 grams. Rajgor's "Punchmarked coins of the early historic India" series 2 (wrongly listed as 1/4 karshapana) but an unpublished type. Extremely rare!!! Ancient country of Andhra was located between the Godavari and the Krishna rivers. The captial city was Dhanakataka, modern Bezwada. They issued silver karshapanas and fractions, all extremely rare and poorly studied.
AE drachm of Triloka Chandra II (1400s (?)), Kangra Kingdom, India - Stylized horseman right / Inscriptions in 3 lines: "Maharaja Sri Triloka Chan Deva". Scarce. Much nicer than these usually are. 13mm, 2.9 grams. "The Catalogue of Katoch rulers of Kangra"#400-456. Kangra is a district is in the western part of Himachal Pradesh, in the low foothills of the Himalayas. It was the place of an ancient Hindu Kangra Kingdom. The kings of Kangra are almost unknown in history, their existence was shadowy and the dating of their reigns is tentative. Their coins are fairly scarce, not well-studied and difficult to find.
RARE silver rupee of Shah Jahan II (1719 AD), RARE Mahindrapur mint, Moghul Empi - Inscriptions on both sides, dated to regnal year 1 = 1759/60 AD. Mint of Mahindrapur. Excellent large coin, very attractive, thick and heavy. 24mm, 11.3g. EXTREMELY rare mint overall, and exceptionally rare for Shah Jahan III, unlisted in Krause. Krause -.
Extremely rare 1/4 shatamana with a small "human figure" punchmark, Kamboja Jana - 15mmx14mm, 2.75 grams. The coins of Kamboja Janapada were derived from the coins of Gandhara Janapada, as they used a similar punchmarked symbol (with a different number of arms, though). They might be the earliest of all punchmarked Indian coins.
Nice unlisted variety billon tanka of Mohamed III bin Tughluq (1325-1351), 739 A - Duriba fi zaman al-abd al-rafi rahmat allah muhammad bin // al-sultan al-sa'id al-shahid tughluq shah, fi saneh tis' wa thelathin wa deb miat. 19mm, 9.14 grams. NM (Delhi?), dated (with the date written out) to 739 AH (1338 AD). Goron/Goenka #D370/D372 var (different style). This particular variety is not listed in Goron/Goenka. It is the same legend is D370, but the style is very different, much closer to D-372. Interesting and unusual piece.
Silver tanka of Sikandar bin Ilyas (1357-1389 AD), Bengal (B-181) - Inscriptions on both sides: Al-imam al-azam abu'l mujahid Sikandar Shah ibn Ilyas Shah al-Sultan / Yamin khalifat allah nasir amir al-muminin khallada allah khalifatahu. "Hadrat" Firuzabad mint, date off flan. Excellent large coin. Scarce. 29mm, 10.6 grams. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B181; R-208.
Silver tanka of Nasir al-din Nusrat (1519-1531), Fathabad mint (D-810), Bengal - Al-Sultan bin al-sultan Nasir al-Dunya wa'l din abu'l Muzaffar Nusratshah al-Sultan bin-Husein Shah al-Sultan al-huseini khallada allah mulkahu spread on both sides. Fathabad on obverse, Darl-al-darb on reverse. Dated to 925 AH = 1519 AD. 26mm in diameter, 10.4 g. Dar-al-darb Fathabad mint. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B-810.
Silver tanka of Ala Al-Din Husain (1493-1519 AD), Bengal (B-706) - Sultan's name and titles spread on both sides: Ala al-sultan al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar husain shah al-sultan khallada allah mulkahu wa sultanahu. Fathabad mint, dated to 899 AH = 1493 AD. Excellent large silver coin, thick and heavy. 28mm in diameter (large!!!), 10.6 g. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B706.
Rare HUGE silver tanka of Shams al-din Firuz (1300-1316, 1319-1320) with clear m - 30mm, 11.0 grams. Mint of Khitta Lakhnauti. "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates"B98. The Sultanate of Bengal was based in Bengal for much of the 14th, 15th and 16th centuries. It was defeated by Suris and then by the Mughals and absorbed into the Mughal Empire in the 16th century.
Huge silver tanka of Sikandar bin Ilyas (1357-1389 AD), Bengal (B-192) - Al wathiq bi-ta yid al-rahman abu'l mujahid Sikandar Shah bin Ilyas Shah al Sultan, in the margins: al-imam al azam wal khalifat almu'azzam and the four khaliphs / Yamin khalifat allah nasir amir al-muminin ghawth al-islam wal muslimin khalda khalifatahu. "Baldat-al-Mahrusah" Firuzabad mint, dated 785 AH = 1383 AD. Excelent high grade huge coin. 29mm, 10.8 grams. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B192.
Silver tanka of Ala Al-Din Husain (1493-1519 AD), Bengal - Sultan's name and titles spread on both sides . Huseinabad mint, dated to 89[9] (last 9 omitted) AH = 1493 AD. Excellent large silver coin, very attractive, thick and heavy. 28mm in diameter (large!!!), 10.6 g. Scarce. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B770. Please check our huge inventory @ http://www.ancientcoins.ca
Unlisted small silver rupee of Daud Shah Kararani (1572-1576 AD), Bengal Sultana - Inscriptions on both sides: Da'ud Shah sulaiman shah kararani khallada allah mulkahu wa sultanahu, with Sri Daud Shahi in Nagari / Shahada. Uncertain mint (Tanda?). 22.5mm, 11.3 grams. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" 982/983. Very unusual small coin - it is the size of a normal half-rupee, but is extra thick and is of full rupee weight. This variety seems to be unpublished.
Rare silver 1/8th shatamana (shana) from Gandhara Janapada, ca.500-400 BC, India - A single punchmark (6-armed Gandharan symbol with a dot between two of the arms) / blank. 13mm, 1.21 grams. Rare. Rajgor 578. Gandhara was a region and a country in the ancient northern India (modern Pakistan). Gandhara Janapada was one of the 16 Janapadas mentioned in the Buddhist chronicles. It was a subject of the Achaemenid Empire during the reign of Darius in the late 6th century BC, and was the birthplace of the first indian coins.
Rare silver 1/8th shatamana (shana) from Gandhara Janapada, ca.500-400 BC, India - A single punchmark (6-armed Gandharan symbol with a dot between two of the arms) / blank. 13mm, 1.39 grams. Rare. Rajgor 578. Gandhara was a region and a country in the ancient northern India (modern Pakistan). Gandhara Janapada was one of the 16 Janapadas mentioned in the Buddhist chronicles. It was a subject of the Achaemenid Empire during the reign of Darius in the late 6th century BC, and was the birthplace of the first indian coins.
Nice AE kesarah of Mohamed Shah (1484-1537), Kashmir Sultanate - Arabic inscriptions on both sides. Pleasant brown patina, scarce. 20mm, 5.5 grams. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" K46. The coins of the muslim Kashmir were unlike any other coins of the Indian Sultanates. Silver sasnus and bronze kaserahs were overvalued in Kashmir - it is said that 1.5 sasnu's (about 9.3 grams silver content) went to a rupee (about 11.5 grams of silver content). Bronze coinage was similarly overvalued. The coins did not see wide circulation and were not often hoarded. This is the reason why the coins of Kashmir are almost never found outside of its' boundries and are all scarce.
RARE huge silver tanka of Iltutmish of Delhi (1210-1235), 622 AH, struck by Iwad - Al-Sultan al-muazzam shams al-dunya wa'l din abul muzaffar Iltutmish al-sultani yamin khalifat allah nisr amir al-muminin / Shahada and Al-Nasir li-din Allah/Amir al-muminin, date in the circular margin around (622 AH written out, partially visible).
Rare silver drachm of Krishna Raja (ca.550-575 AD), Kalachuris in Deccan, India - The history of Western India from this period is almost unknown, but the coins of this type were based on the coins of the Traikutaka ruler Vyaghrasena, who ruled in the late 400's., as it is impossible to reconcile these coins otherwise.
Silver kori issued by Desalji II (1819-1860) of Kutch in the name of the Mughal - Inscriptions, naming the Mughal Empire Muhammed Akbar II, date in Nagari numerals (1882 VS = 1825 AD), frozen AH date n numerals "1234" (accession year, 1819 AD) / RAO SRI DESALJI inone line in Nagari. 14mm, 4.7 grams. Bhuj mint. 1st series, KM-53. SKU T345-12073.
Silver tanka of Nasir al-Din Mahmud Shah III (1537-1553), Gujarat Sultanate, Ind - Al-Wathiq billah al-mannan nasir al-dunya wa'l din abu'l fath ("He who trusts in Allah, the most generous, the protector of the world and the faith, father of victory") / Mahmud Shah bin latif shah al-sultan, date off-flan. Struck at the 64 rati standard, 18mm, 7.20 grams. Ahmdabad mint. "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" G-418. SKU T348-12017
Late issue AE stater of King Harsha (1089-1101), Kashmir Kingdom, India - Harsha, also Harshadeva, (ruled 1089-1101 CE) was a Hindu king of Kashmir, India. Harsha belonged to the Utpala dynasty, of which he was the last ruler. Ha-rsha // Highly stylized King standing facing, sacrificing at altar at left, legend at right in Sharada script.
Silver tanka of Nasir al-din Nusrat (1519-1531), Fathabad mint (D-810), Bengal - Al-Sultan bin al-sultan Nasir al-Dunya wa'l din abu'l Muzaffar Nusratshah al-Sultan bin-Husein Shah al-Sultan al-huseini khallada allah mulkahu spread on both sides. Fathabad on obverse, Darl-al-darb on reverse. Dated to 925 AH = 1519 AD. 25mm in diameter, 10.3 g. Dar-al-darb Fathabad mint. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B-810.
Silver tanka of Nasir al-din Nusrat (1519-1531), Fathabad mint (D-810), Bengal - Al-Sultan bin al-sultan Nasir al-Dunya wa'l din abu'l Muzaffar Nusratshah al-Sultan bin-Husein Shah al-Sultan al-huseini khallada allah mulkahu spread on both sides. Fathabad on obverse, Darl-al-darb on reverse. Dated to 925 AH = 1519 AD. 25mm in diameter, 10.3 g. Dar-al-darb Fathabad mint. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B-810.
Thick and large bronze ghani of Humayun Shah (1458-1461), Gulbarga Sultanate, In - Islamic inscriptions on both sides. al-mutawakkil ala'llah al-gawi al-ghani abu'l mughazi (He who trust in God , the powerful, the rich, etc) /ruler's titles. Dated to 865 AH = 1460 AD. 22mm in diameter, 6mm thick, 16.9grams. Large and thick! "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" BH-97, Rajgor 2617.
Rare type billon tanka of Mohamed III bin Tughluq (1325-1351), 740 AH (1339), Su - Duriba fi zaman al-abd al-rafi rahmat allah muhammad bin // al-sultan al-sa'id al-shahid tughluq shah, fi saneh arba'in wa deb miat. 18mm, 9.00 grams. NM (Delhi?), dated (with the date written out) to 740 AH (1339 AD). Goron/Goenka #D371. This is a rare type with the word "bin" placed after "Muhammad" on obverse. This type is much rarer than D370. Muhammad bin Tughluq was born to Ghiyas-ud-din Tughlaq, who was in turn the son of a Turkic slave father and a Hindu Indian mother, and was the founder of the Tughluq dynasty after taking control of the Delhi Sultanate. He saw a long and eventful reign - numismatically, he left a fascinating record which included numerous coin types which included remarkable issues of fiduciary bronze tankas and half-tankas.
Early AR vimshatika, independent Kashi Janapada (c.600-525 BC), India (R-) - Four punchmarks (see below) / Various bankers' marks. 25mm, 4.60 grams. Rajgor Series 55, not listed (#737-741, different 2nd mark). Rare very large early punchmarked Indian coin, pre-Kasala conquest. In ca.525 BC Kashi, the long-time enemy of Kasala, was conquered by it, and was administered as a Kasala province until the conquest of Kasala by Magadha in ca.475 BC. During the earlier part of this period, Kashi issued vimshatikas, and later switched to a karshapana standard, closely adhering to the general layout of the Kasala coins. This coin, as well as a few other we are offering, are from an old US collection of Kashi and Kasala vimshatikas and karshapanas sold by Steve Album. These very large early punchmarks are all rare.
High quality RRR silver vimshatika, Matsya Janapada (600-500 BC), India - Matsya (Sanskrit for "fish") were one of the Indo-Aryan tribes of Vedic India. By the late Vedic period, they ruled a kingdom located south of the Kurus, and west of the Yamuna river which separated it from the kingdom of Panchalas.
Rare silver vimshatika, Kashi Janapada under Kasala (c.525-475 BC), India (R-793 - Four punchmarks (see below) / Various bankers' marks. 24mm20mm, 4.67 grams. Rajgor Series 58, #793. Rare large early punchmarked Indian coin. In ca.525 BC Kashi, the long-time enemy of Kasala, was conquered by it, and was administered as a Kasala province until the conquest of Kasala by Magadha in ca.475 BC. During the earlier part of this period, Kashi issued vimshatikas, and later switched to a karshapana standard, closely adhering to the general layout of the Kasala coins. This coin, as well as a few other we are offering, are from an old US collection of Kashi and Kasala vimshatikas and karshapanas sold by Steve Album. These very large early punchmarks are all rare.
Late bronze stater of King Harsha (1089-1101), Kashmir Kingdom, India - Harsha, also Harshadeva, (ruled 1089-1101 CE) was a Hindu king of Kashmir, India. Harsha belonged to the Utpala dynasty, of which he was the last ruler. This is a late issue of Harsha - the later issues were small and dumpy, crudely struck with worn dies.
Early bronze stater of King Harsha (1089-1101), Kashmir Kingdom, India - Harsha, also Harshadeva, (ruled 1089-1101 CE) was a Hindu king of Kashmir, India. Harsha belonged to the Utpala dynasty, of which he was the last ruler. This is an early issue of Harsha - the later issues were small and dumpy, crudely struck with worn dies.
Silver punch karshapana, Nanda period (ca.345-323 BC), Magadha, India - The core of the kingdom was that portion of Bihar lying south of the Ganges, with its capital atRajagriha (modern Rajgir). Magadha expanded to include most of Biharand parts of Bengal with the conquest of Anga, and then expanded up theGanges valley annexing Kosala and Kashi.
Bronze stater of Sangrama Deva (1003-1028), pre-Islamic Kashmir, India - Highly stylized King standing facing, sacrificing at altar at left, legend at right in Sharada script: Jaya // Ardochsho (Lakshmi) seated facing in lalitasana (with right leg folded under and left leg hanging down), holding diadem in right hand and long-stemmed lotus in left hand, legend in Sharada script: Sa-ngrama. 21mm, 5.82 grams. Very attractive. Mitchiner NIS 179-180. SKU T570-21735 Sangrama Deva was the founder of the Lohara dynasty; he was the nephew of Didda Rani. This coin is much nicer in hand than the photo indicates.
Bronze stater of Queen Didda Rani (979-1003 AD), Kashmir Kingdom, India - Didda Rani was one of the celebrated queens, more of a strong than a beneficent monarch. Young husband spoke of her "force of character" as well as her "ruthlessness". She carried the latter trait to the extent of tyranny.
Scarce mule AE kesarah of Fath Shah (1487-1517), Kashmir Sultanate, India - Inscriptions on both sides. Pleasant brown patina, scarce. 19mm, 5.4 grams. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" obverse K-59, reverse K-58. SKU T615-v3612 The coins of the muslim Kashmir were unlike any other coins of the Indian Sultanates. Silver sasnus and bronze kaserahs were overvalued in Kashmir - it is said that 1.5 sasnu's (about 9.3 grams silver content) went to a rupee (about 11.5 grams of silver content). Bronze coinage was similarly overvalued. The coins did not see wide circulation and were not often hoarded. This is the reason why the coins of Kashmir are almost never found outside of its' boundries and are all scarce.
AR drachm, Kumaragupta (414-455 AD), Kathiawari type, Gupta Empire, India - 13mm, 2.1 grams. Mitchiner ACW 4845ff. The early Gupta drachmas were derived from the earlier coins of Kshatrapas (obverse was practically unchanged, while the mountain on reverse was replaced with the image of Garuda).
Nice silver karshapana, Nanda period (ca.345-323 BC), Magadha, India (G/H #464) - Five punch-mark symbols / Small bankers' marks. Irregular flat silver planchet, 18mmx15mm, 3.51 grams. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC series IV XXXIV A1 (#464). Scarce, nice quality. The Nanda Empire originated from the kingdom of Magadha in Ancient India during the 5th and 4th centuries BC. At its greatest extent, the Nanda Empire extended from Bengal in the east, Punjab in the west and as far south as the Vindhya Range.
Nice silver karshapana, Nanda period (ca.345-323 BC), Magadha, India (G/H #464) - Five punch-mark symbols / Small bankers' marks. Irregular flat silver planchet, 19mmx14mm, 3.51 grams. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC series IV XXXIV A1 (#464). Scarce, nice quality. The Nanda Empire originated from the kingdom of Magadha in Ancient India during the 5th and 4th centuries BC. At its greatest extent, the Nanda Empire extended from Bengal in the east, Punjab in the west and as far south as the Vindhya Range.
Nice silver karshapana, Nanda period (ca.345-323 BC), Magadha, India (G/H #464) - Five punch-mark symbols / Small bankers' marks. Irregular flat silver planchet, 21mmx11mm, 3.50 grams. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC series IV XXXIV A1 (#464). Scarce, nice quality. The Nanda Empire originated from the kingdom of Magadha in Ancient India during the 5th and 4th centuries BC. At its greatest extent, the Nanda Empire extended from Bengal in the east, Punjab in the west and as far south as the Vindhya Range.
Nice silver karshapana, Nanda period (ca.345-323 BC), Magadha, India (G/H #464) - Five punch-mark symbols / Small bankers' marks. Irregular flat silver planchet, 19mmx13mm, 3.51 grams. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC series IV XXXIV A1 (#464). Scarce, nice quality. The Nanda Empire originated from the kingdom of Magadha in Ancient India during the 5th and 4th centuries BC. At its greatest extent, the Nanda Empire extended from Bengal in the east, Punjab in the west and as far south as the Vindhya Range.
Nice silver karshapana, Nanda period (ca.345-323 BC), Magadha, India (G/H #450) - Five punch-mark symbols / Small bankers' marks. Irregular flat silver planchet, 18mmx16mm, 3.49 grams. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC series IV XXXIII A1 (#450). Scarce, nice quality. The Nanda Empire originated from the kingdom of Magadha in Ancient India during the 5th and 4th centuries BC. At its greatest extent, the Nanda Empire extended from Bengal in the east, Punjab in the west and as far south as the Vindhya Range.
Nice silver karshapana, Nanda period (ca.345-323 BC), Magadha, India (G/H #464) - Five punch-mark symbols / Small bankers' marks. Irregular flat silver planchet, 18mmx16mm, 3.53 grams. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC series IV XXXIV A1 (#464). Scarce, nice quality. The Nanda Empire originated from the kingdom of Magadha in Ancient India during the 5th and 4th centuries BC. At its greatest extent, the Nanda Empire extended from Bengal in the east, Punjab in the west and as far south as the Vindhya Range.
Silver karshapana, Nanda period (ca.345-323 BC), Magadha, India (G/H #450) - Five punch-mark symbols / Small bankers' marks. Irregular flat silver planchet, 16mmx16mm, 3.23 grams. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC series IV XXXIII A1 (#450). The Nanda Empire originated from the kingdom of Magadha in Ancient India during the 5th and 4th centuries BC. At its greatest extent, the Nanda Empire extended from Bengal in the east, Punjab in the west and as far south as the Vindhya Range.
Nice silver karshapana, Nanda period (ca.345-323 BC), Magadha, India (G/H #464) - Five punch-mark symbols / Small bankers' marks. Irregular flat silver planchet, 19mmx14mm, 3.54 grams. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC series IV XXXIV A1 (#464). Scarce, nice quality. The Nanda Empire originated from the kingdom of Magadha in Ancient India during the 5th and 4th centuries BC. At its greatest extent, the Nanda Empire extended from Bengal in the east, Punjab in the west and as far south as the Vindhya Range.
Square silver rupee, Akbar the Great (1556-1605), 1589, NM, Mughal Empire - The Mughal Dynasty is a line of Muslim emperors who reigned in India from 1526 to 1858. Babur, the first mughal emperor, was a descendant of the Turkish conqueror Timur on his father's side and of the Mongol (n, Mughal) conqueror Genghis Khan on his mother's side.
Nice silver karshapana, Nanda period (ca.345-323 BC), Magadha, India (G/H #450) - Five punch-mark symbols / Small bankers' marks. Irregular flat silver planchet, 16mmx18mm, 3.47 grams. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC series IV XXXIII A1 (#450). Scarce, nice quality. The Nanda Empire originated from the kingdom of Magadha in Ancient India during the 5th and 4th centuries BC. At its greatest extent, the Nanda Empire extended from Bengal in the east, Punjab in the west and as far south as the Vindhya Range.
Nice silver karshapana, Nanda period (ca.345-323 BC), Magadha, India (G/H #450) - Five punch-mark symbols / Small bankers' marks. Irregular flat silver planchet, 16mmx14mm, 3.45 grams. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC series IV XXXIII A1 (#450). Scarce, nice quality. The Nanda Empire originated from the kingdom of Magadha in Ancient India during the 5th and 4th centuries BC. At its greatest extent, the Nanda Empire extended from Bengal in the east, Punjab in the west and as far south as the Vindhya Range.
Silver 2-ghani of Ala al-Din Mohamed (1296-1316), Delhi Sultanate, India (Tye 41 - Al-sultan al-azam ala al-dunya wal din in arabic. 17mm, 3.07 grams. "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" D-233; Rajgor 985, 990; Tye 419.1. Juna Khan Khilji, commonly known by his title as Ala-ud-din Khilji, was the second ruler of the Turko-Afghan Khilji dynasty in India.
Silver karshapana, c.185-150 BC, Sunga Kingdom, Malwa, India (G/H 613) - The debased silver coins depicting Ashoka's symbol both on obverse and the reverse were based on older Ashokan design (G/H #566). The weight of these coins was much more diverse compared to the Mauryan standard of 3.4 grams, the coins were struck on roughly cut rectangular flans and the symbols were crude.
Silver karshapana, c.185-150 BC, Sunga Kingdom, Malwa, India (G/H 613) - The debased silver coins depicting Ashoka's symbol both on obverse and the reverse were based on older Ashokan design (G/H #566). The weight of these coins was much more diverse compared to the Mauryan standard of 3.4 grams, the coins were struck on roughly cut rectangular flans and the symbols were crude.
Silver karshapana, c.185-150 BC, Sunga Kingdom, Malwa, India (G/H 613) - The debased silver coins depicting Ashoka's symbol both on obverse and the reverse were based on older Ashokan design (G/H #566). The weight of these coins was much more diverse compared to the Mauryan standard of 3.4 grams, the coins were struck on roughly cut rectangular flans and the symbols were crude.
Silver 2-ghani of Ala al-Din Mohamed (1296-1316), Delhi Sultanate, India (Tye 41 - Al-sultan al-azam ala al-dunya wal din in arabic. 17mm, 3.15 grams. "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" D-233; Rajgor 985, 990; Tye 419.1. Juna Khan Khilji, commonly known by his title as Ala-ud-din Khilji, was the second ruler of the Turko-Afghan Khilji dynasty in India.
RRR AR karshapana, Nanda period (ca.345-323 BC), Magadha, India (G/H #448var) - Five punch-mark symbols / Blank. Irregular flat silver planchet, 20mmx15mm, 3.50 grams. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC series IV XXXII B 1 (#448 var (different second symbol)). Very rare type (rated VR (Very Rare) in Gupta Hardaker). The second symbol pictured in G/H for this type is different. It is uncertain if it is an error in the book or if this is a different variety of this rare type. The 4th symbol is incorrectly drawn in the old version of Gupta/Hardaker but was corrected in the last edition from 2014. The Nanda Empire originated from the kingdom of Magadha in Ancient India during the 5th and 4th centuries BC. At its greatest extent, the Nanda Empire extended from Bengal in the east, Punjab in the west and as far south as the Vindhya Range.
Silver karshapana, c.185-150 BC, Sunga Kingdom, Malwa, India (G/H 613) - The debased silver coins depicting Ashoka's symbol both on obverse and the reverse were based on older Ashokan design (G/H #566). The weight of these coins was much more diverse compared to the Mauryan standard of 3.4 grams, the coins were struck on roughly cut rectangular flans and the symbols were crude.
Silver karshapana, c.185-150 BC, Sunga Kingdom, Malwa, India (G/H 613) - The debased silver coins depicting Ashoka's symbol both on obverse and the reverse were based on older Ashokan design (G/H #566). The weight of these coins was much more diverse compared to the Mauryan standard of 3.4 grams, the coins were struck on roughly cut rectangular flans and the symbols were crude.
RR ban-Liang cash w/rim above+below the hole, Wudi (140-87 BC), Han, China (G/F - A Chinese ounce (liang) weighs about 16 grams. The earliest "Ban Liangs" weighed half that much - 8 grams, but the later pieces, like this one, weighed much less. Late issue, rare with the inner rim ONLY above and below the hole and a complete outer rim, not listed in Hartill.
Rare silver karshapana, Kasala Janapada, c.600-470 BC, India (Rajgor-962) - Irregular flat silver planchet, four punchmarks / Various bankers' punch symbols. 23mmx20mm, 3.18 grams. Rajgor Series 64, #962. Most coins from Kasala show numerous punched banker's marks on the reverse. Applying these marks damaged and/or obliterated the obverse design, so it is hard to make out on many of these coins. Kosala was an ancient Indian kingdom, corresponding roughly in area with the region of Oudh. Its capital was Ayodhya. It was a powerful state in the 6th century B.C. but was weakened by a series of wars with the neighboring kingdom of Magadha and finally (4th cent. B.C.) absorbed by it. Kosala was the setting of much Sanskrit epic literature including the Ramayana. Buddha and Mahavira, founder of Jainism, taught in the kingdom.
Rare silver drachm, Nanda and his sons (ca.345-323 BC), Magadha, India - G/H #36 - Five punch-mark symbols / Small bankers' marks. Irregular flat silver planchet, 17x18mm, 3.50 grams. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC series IV X A 11 (#362) Rare type. The Nanda Empire originated from the kingdom of Magadha in Ancient India during the 5th and 4th centuries BC. At its greatest extent, the Nandas extended from Bengal in the east, Punjab in the west and as far south as the Vindhya Range. Mahapadma Nanda has been described as the destroyer of all the Kshatriyas. He defeated the Panchalas, Kasis, Haihayas, Kalingas, Asmakas, Kurus, Maithilas, Surasenas, Vitihotras, etc. He expanded his territory till south of Deccan.
Silver drachm of Madana Palla Deva (ca.1145-1167), Rajas of Delhi, India - Horseman right, holding standard, Nagari legend: SRI MA-DANA PALA DEVA / Bull facing left, Nagari legend above: MADHAVA-SRI SAMANTA DEVA. Decent silver, large flan - 15mm, 3.07 grams. Mint of Delhi, Tye #45. SKU T2105-52743 The silver drachms (or jitals) were issued by 9 different Tomaras and Chauhan Rajas of Delhi. These coins of the Hindu Delhi Rajas were copied by Muhammed bin Sam and some later muslim rulers of Delhi. These coins are made of fairly decent silver and of large flans. They are not exactly rare, but they do not show up on the market very often and are difficult to find.
Silver drachm of Ananga Palla Deva (c.1130-1145), Rajas of Delhi, India - Horseman right, holding standard, Nagari legend: Cha Sri Samanta Deva / Bull facing left, Nagari legend above: Sri Ananga Devah. 15mm, 3.30 grams. Mint of Delhi, Tye #44. SKU T2111-52730 The silver drachms (or jitals) were issued by 9 different Tomaras and Chauhan Rajas of Delhi. These coins of the Hindu Delhi Rajas were copied by Muhammed bin Sam and some later muslim rulers of Delhi. These coins are made of fairly decent silver and of large flans. They are not exactly rare, but they do not show up on the market very often and are difficult to find.
Silver drachm of Chahada Deva (ca.1172-1191), Rajas of Delhi, India - Horseman right, holding standard, Nagari legend: Arsavari Sri Samanta Deva / Bull facing left, Nagari legend above: Sri Cahada Deva. 15mm, 3.16 grams. Mint of Delhi, Tye #50. SKU T2108-52959 The silver drachms (or jitals) were issued by 9 different Tomaras and Chauhan Rajas of Delhi. These coins of the Hindu Delhi Rajas were copied by Muhammed bin Sam and some later muslim rulers of Delhi. These coins are made of fairly decent silver and of large flans. They are not exactly rare, but they do not show up on the market very often and are difficult to find.
Lot of 3 Kushan tetradrachms, Kanishka & later, Kushan Empire, 100-200 AD #1a - Lot of 3 authentic cleaned large copper tetradrachms of various types, showing various Kushan deities etc. Poor condition, with lots of wear as always. Interesting research group. The price is for the entire group of 3 coins shown on the picture, not per coin. SKU hv8339 The Kushan Empire was a syncretic empire, formed by the Yuezhi, in the Bactrian territories in the early 1st century. It spread to encompass much of modern-day territory of Afghanistan, Pakistan and northern India. The Empire went into decline in the 3rd century, but fragments of it lasted until the rise of the Guptas in the late 4th century,
Lot of 5 Kushan tetradrachms, Kanishka & Huvishka, Kushan Empire, 100-200 AD - Lot of 5 cleaned large copper tetradrachms of various types, showing various Kushan deities etc. Poor condition, with lots of wear as always. Interesting research group. The price is for the entire group of 5 coins shown on the picture, not per coin. SKU hv8821 The Kushan Empire was a syncretic empire, formed by the Yuezhi, in the Bactrian territories in the early 1st century. It spread to encompass much of modern-day territory of Afghanistan, Pakistan and northern India. The Empire went into decline in the 3rd century, but fragments of it lasted until the rise of the Guptas in the late 4th century,
AE tetradrachm (8 rays), Soter Megas (c.80-100 AD), Taxila mint, Kushan Empire - Diademed and radiate (8 rays) bust of king right, holding spear, three-pronged tamgha behind / Mounted king right, Three-pronged tamgha in right field; Greek legend BASILEU BASILEUWN CWTYR MEGAC ("King of Kings, Great Saviour") around. 22 mm, 8.63 grams. Taxila mint. MACW 2944. SKU T664-51135 Vima Takto was long known as "the nameless King", since his coins only showed the legend "The King of Kings, Great Saviour", until the discovery of the Rabatak inscription helped connect his name with the title on the coins. Vima Takto's empire covered northwestern Gandhara and greater Bactria towards China, where Kushan presence has been asserted in the Tarim Basin.
Lot of 5 Kushan tetradrachms, Kanishka & later, Kushan Empire, 100-200 AD #4h - Lot of 5 authentic cleaned large copper tetradrachms of various types, showing various Kushan deities etc. Poor condition, with lots of wear as always. Interesting research group. The price is for the entire group of 5 coins shown on the picture, not per coin. SKU hv8814 The Kushan Empire was a syncretic empire, formed by the Yuezhi, in the Bactrian territories in the early 1st century. It spread to encompass much of modern-day territory of Afghanistan, Pakistan and northern India. The Empire went into decline in the 3rd century, but fragments of it lasted until the rise of the Guptas in the late 4th century,
Lot of 5 Kushan tetradrachms, Kanishka & later, Kushan Empire, 100-200 AD #2b - Lot of 5 authentic cleaned large copper tetradrachms of various types, showing various Kushan deities etc. Poor condition, with lots of wear as always. Interesting research group. The price is for the entire group of 5 coins shown on the picture, not per coin. SKU hv8823 The Kushan Empire was a syncretic empire, formed by the Yuezhi, in the Bactrian territories in the early 1st century. It spread to encompass much of modern-day territory of Afghanistan, Pakistan and northern India. The Empire went into decline in the 3rd century, but fragments of it lasted until the rise of the Guptas in the late 4th century,
Silver drachm of Madana Palla Deva (ca.1145-1167), Rajas of Delhi, India - Horseman right, holding standard, Nagari legend: SRI MA-DANA PALA DEVA / Bull facing left, Nagari legend above: MADHAVA-SRI SAMANTA DEVA. Decent silver, large flan - 15mm, 3.25 grams. Mint of Delhi, Tye #45. SKU T2107-52858 The silver drachms (or jitals) were issued by 9 different Tomaras and Chauhan Rajas of Delhi. These coins of the Hindu Delhi Rajas were copied by Muhammed bin Sam and some later muslim rulers of Delhi. These coins are made of fairly decent silver and of large flans. They are not exactly rare, but they do not show up on the market very often and are difficult to find.
Lot of 5 Kushan tetradrachms, Kanishka & later, Kushan Empire, 100-200 AD #3f - Lot of 5 authentic cleaned large copper tetradrachms of various types, showing various Kushan deities etc. Poor condition, with lots of wear as always. Interesting research group. The price is for the entire group of 5 coins shown on the picture, not per coin. SKU hv8812 The Kushan Empire was a syncretic empire, formed by the Yuezhi, in the Bactrian territories in the early 1st century. It spread to encompass much of modern-day territory of Afghanistan, Pakistan and northern India. The Empire went into decline in the 3rd century, but fragments of it lasted until the rise of the Guptas in the late 4th century,
Lot of 5 Kushan tetradrachms, Kanishka & later, Kushan Empire, 100-200 AD #11 - Lot of 5 authentic cleaned large copper tetradrachms of various types, showing various Kushan deities etc. Poor condition, with lots of wear as always. Interesting research group. The price is for the entire group of 5 coins shown on the picture, not per coin. SKU hv8804 The Kushan Empire was a syncretic empire, formed by the Yuezhi, in the Bactrian territories in the early 1st century. It spread to encompass much of modern-day territory of Afghanistan, Pakistan and northern India. The Empire went into decline in the 3rd century, but fragments of it lasted until the rise of the Guptas in the late 4th century,
AE tetradrachm (10 rays), Soter Megas (c.80-100 AD), Taxila mint, Kushan Empire - Diademed and radiate (10 rays) bust of king right, holding spear, three-pronged tamgha behind / Mounted king right, Three-pronged tamgha in right field; Greek legend BASILEU BASILEUWN CWTYR MEGAC ("King of Kings, Great Saviour") around. 21 mm, 8.21 grams. Taxila mint. MACW 2939-2940. SKU T660-51137 Vima Takto was long known as "the nameless King", since his coins only showed the legend "The King of Kings, Great Saviour", until the discovery of the Rabatak inscription helped connect his name with the title on the coins. Vima Takto's empire covered northwestern Gandhara and greater Bactria towards China, where Kushan presence has been asserted in the Tarim Basin.
Nice silver karshapana, Nanda period (ca.345-323 BC), Magadha, India (G/H #450) - Five punch-mark symbols / Small bankers' marks. Irregular flat silver planchet, 19mmx13mm, 3.47 grams. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC series IV XXXIII A1 (#450). Scarce, nice quality. The Nanda Empire originated from the kingdom of Magadha in Ancient India during the 5th and 4th centuries BC. At its greatest extent, the Nanda Empire extended from Bengal in the east, Punjab in the west and as far south as the Vindhya Range.
Lot of 5 Kushan tetradrachms, Kanishka & later, Kushan Empire, 100-200 AD #4g - Lot of 5 authentic cleaned large copper tetradrachms of various types, showing various Kushan deities etc. Poor condition, with lots of wear as always. Interesting research group. The price is for the entire group of 5 coins shown on the picture, not per coin. SKU hv8825 The Kushan Empire was a syncretic empire, formed by the Yuezhi, in the Bactrian territories in the early 1st century. It spread to encompass much of modern-day territory of Afghanistan, Pakistan and northern India. The Empire went into decline in the 3rd century, but fragments of it lasted until the rise of the Guptas in the late 4th century,
Nice silver karshapana, Nanda period (ca.345-323 BC), Magadha, India (G/H #450) - Five punch-mark symbols / Small bankers' marks. Irregular flat silver planchet, 18mmx13mm, 3.45 grams. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC series IV XXXIII A1 (#450). Scarce, nice quality. The Nanda Empire originated from the kingdom of Magadha in Ancient India during the 5th and 4th centuries BC. At its greatest extent, the Nanda Empire extended from Bengal in the east, Punjab in the west and as far south as the Vindhya Range.
AE tetradrachm (w/Goddess Mao), Kanishka (c.127-152 AD), Kushan Empire - He minted a large series of gold and copper coins depicting various Kushan deities. The Kushan Moon-Goddess Mao is derived from Zoroastrian Måŋha, the Avestan for "Moon, month", equivalent to Persian Mah (Old Persian maha).
Silver drachm, c.950-1026, Kabul Shahi in Punjab and Gandhara (Tye #32) - Horseman right, holding banner; Nagari Bhi in the upper left, Adl (?). in Arabic in the upper right / śri samanta deva in Nagari, recumbent zebu bull to left with symbol on rump; to left, star above pellet above crescent.
AE tetradrachm (w/NANA backward), Kanishka (c.127-152 AD), Kushan Empire - He minted a large series of gold and copper coins depicting various Kushan deities. Her characteristics are martial, and she was typically depicted as a seated martial goddess, escorted by a lion. She was associated with fertility, wisdom and the rivers.
AR karshapana, Mahapadma Nanda period (ca.345-323 BC), Magadha, India (G/H 418) - Five punch-marked symbols (see below) / Small bankers' marks. 20mmx16mm, 3.35 grams. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC series IVd, IV XXXI G2 (#418). These silver coins with various punchmarks are the earliest silver Indian coins. Magadha was an ancient kingdom in India, mentioned in both the Ramayana and the Mahabharata. It was also one of the four main kingdoms of India at the time of Buddha, having risen to power during the reigns of Bimbisara (c. 544-491 BCE)and his son Ajatashatru (c. 491-460 BCE). The core of the kingdom was that portion of Bihar lying south of the Ganges, with its capital at Rajagriha (modern Rajgir). Magadha expanded to include most of Bihar and parts of Bengal with the conquest of Anga, and then expanded up the Ganges valley annexing Kosala and Kashi.
Post-Shahi billon jital from Punjab/Gandhara, late 1000s AD (Tye 33) - Bull facing left, crude Nagari SRI SAMANTA DEVA / Horseman right, Bhi (or Sri) in the right upper field. 13mm, 3.33 grams. Mintless type, uncertain anonymous issue. Tye 33; Deyell 235. SKU T1975-45396 It is not known who issued these coins, but stylistically they can be dated to the very last years of the Kabul Shahi in northern India immediate post-Shahi Islamic period. These billon or silver-plated coins are debased versions of the very late Kabulshahi silver coins (Tye 32). They likely come from the last Kabulshahi strongholds in Gandhara or northern Punjab, though it is not known at this point who this person was and the exact location where these were minted is not known as well.
Silver drachm, c.950-1026, Kabul Shahi in Punjab and Gandhara (Tye #32) - Horseman right, holding banner; Nagari Bhi in the upper left, Adl (?). in Arabic in the upper right / śri samanta deva in Nagari, recumbent zebu bull to left with symbol on rump; to left, star above pellet above crescent.
Lot of 5 Kushan tetradrachms, Kanishka & later, Kushan Empire, 100-200 AD #4b - Lot of 5 authentic cleaned large copper tetradrachms of various types, showing various Kushan deities etc. Poor condition, with lots of wear as always. Interesting research group. The price is for the entire group of 5 coins shown on the picture, not per coin. SKU hv8822 The Kushan Empire was a syncretic empire, formed by the Yuezhi, in the Bactrian territories in the early 1st century. It spread to encompass much of modern-day territory of Afghanistan, Pakistan and northern India. The Empire went into decline in the 3rd century, but fragments of it lasted until the rise of the Guptas in the late 4th century,
Post-Shahi billon jital from Punjab/Gandhara, late 1000s AD (Tye 33) - Bull facing left, crude Nagari SRI SAMANTA DEVA / Horseman right, Bhi (or Sri) in the right upper field. 13mm, 3.50 grams. Mintless type, uncertain anonymous issue. Tye 33; Deyell 235. SKU T1984-45393 It is not known who issued these coins, but stylistically they can be dated to the very last years of the Kabul Shahi in northern India immediate post-Shahi Islamic period. These billon or silver-plated coins are debased versions of the very late Kabulshahi silver coins (Tye 32). They likely come from the last Kabulshahi strongholds in Gandhara or northern Punjab, though it is not known at this point who this person was and the exact location where these were minted is not known as well.
Post-Shahi billon jital from Punjab/Gandhara, late 1000s AD (Tye 33) - Bull facing left, crude Nagari SRI SAMANTA DEVA / Horseman right, Bhi (or Sri) in the right upper field. 13mm, 3.34 grams. Mintless type, uncertain anonymous issue. Tye 33; Deyell 235. SKU T1977-45325 It is not known who issued these coins, but stylistically they can be dated to the very last years of the Kabul Shahi in northern India immediate post-Shahi Islamic period. These billon or silver-plated coins are debased versions of the very late Kabulshahi silver coins (Tye 32). They likely come from the last Kabulshahi strongholds in Gandhara or northern Punjab, though it is not known at this point who this person was and the exact location where these were minted is not known as well.
Earliest AR shatamana, Gandhara (c.600-500 BC), India - FIRST Indian coin issue - These fascinating large coins, equal to about 3 karshapanas, are the most likely candidates to be the very first Indian coins ever struck. From Gandhara, the idea of struck, or punchmarked, coinage spread south and soon the punchmarked coins were produced in many other regions of northern and central India.
Post-Shahi billon jital from Punjab/Gandhara, late 1000s AD (Tye 33) - Bull facing left, crude Nagari SRI SAMANTA DEVA / Horseman right, Bhi (or Sri) in the right upper field. 13mm, 3.50 grams. Mintless type, uncertain anonymous issue. Tye 33; Deyell 235. SKU T1985-45368 It is not known who issued these coins, but stylistically they can be dated to the very last years of the Kabul Shahi in northern India immediate post-Shahi Islamic period. These billon or silver-plated coins are debased versions of the very late Kabulshahi silver coins (Tye 32). They likely come from the last Kabulshahi strongholds in Gandhara or northern Punjab, though it is not known at this point who this person was and the exact location where these were minted is not known as well.
Scarce billon tetradrachm, Aspavarma (c.15-45 CE), Arpacarajas, Indo-Scythians - King mounted on a horse, holding a whip. Greek legend around ΒΑΣÎΛΕΩΣ ΒΑΣÎΛΕΩΝ ÎΕΓΑΛΟΥ / ΑΖΟY // Pallas Athena holding spear, and triratna symbol. Kharoshthi legend around Imtravarmaputrasa Aspavarmasa strategasa jayatasa ("Victorious strategos (general) Aspavarma, son of Indravarma").
Lot of 5 Kushan tetradrachms, Kanishka & later, Kushan Empire, 100-200 AD #4e - Lot of 5 authentic cleaned large copper tetradrachms of various types, showing various Kushan deities etc. Poor condition, with lots of wear as always. Interesting research group. The price is for the entire group of 5 coins shown on the picture, not per coin. SKU hv8337 The Kushan Empire was a syncretic empire, formed by the Yuezhi, in the Bactrian territories in the early 1st century. It spread to encompass much of modern-day territory of Afghanistan, Pakistan and northern India. The Empire went into decline in the 3rd century, but fragments of it lasted until the rise of the Guptas in the late 4th century,
Silver drachm of Madana Palla Deva (ca.1145-1167), Rajas of Delhi, India - Horseman right, holding standard, Nagari legend: SRI MA-DANA PALA DEVA / Bull facing left, Nagari legend above: MADHAVA-SRI SAMANTA DEVA. Decent silver, large flan - 15mm, 3.19 grams. Mint of Delhi, Tye #45. SKU T2104-52789 The silver drachms (or jitals) were issued by 9 different Tomaras and Chauhan Rajas of Delhi. These coins of the Hindu Delhi Rajas were copied by Muhammed bin Sam and some later muslim rulers of Delhi. These coins are made of fairly decent silver and of large flans. They are not exactly rare, but they do not show up on the market very often and are difficult to find.
AE tetradrachm (8 rays), Soter Megas (c.80-100 AD), Taxila mint, Kushan Empire - Diademed and radiate (8 rays) bust of king right, holding spear, three-pronged tamgha behind / Mounted king right, Three-pronged tamgha in right field; Greek legend BASILEU BASILEUWN CWTYR MEGAC ("King of Kings, Great Saviour") around. 22 mm, 7.95 grams. Taxila mint. MACW 2944. SKU T663-51170 Vima Takto was long known as "the nameless King", since his coins only showed the legend "The King of Kings, Great Saviour", until the discovery of the Rabatak inscription helped connect his name with the title on the coins. Vima Takto's empire covered northwestern Gandhara and greater Bactria towards China, where Kushan presence has been asserted in the Tarim Basin.
Silver drachm of Somesvara Deva (ca. 1169-1172), Rajas of Delhi, India - Horseman right, holding standard, Nagari legend: Asavari Sri Samanta Deva / Bull facing left, Nagari legend above: Sri Somesvara Deva. 15mm, 3.30 grams. Mint of Delhi, Tye #49. SKU T2115-52856 The silver drachms (or jitals) were issued by 9 different Tomaras and Chauhan Rajas of Delhi. These coins of the Hindu Delhi Rajas were copied by Muhammed bin Sam and some later muslim rulers of Delhi. These coins are made of fairly decent silver and of large flans. They are not exactly rare, but they do not show up on the market very often and are difficult to find.
Silver drachm of Chahada Deva (ca.1172-1191), Rajas of Delhi, India - Horseman right, holding standard, Nagari legend: Arsavari Sri Samanta Deva / Bull facing left, Nagari legend above: Sri Cahada Deva. 15mm, 3.44 grams. Mint of Delhi, Tye #50. SKU T2110-52799 The silver drachms (or jitals) were issued by 9 different Tomaras and Chauhan Rajas of Delhi. These coins of the Hindu Delhi Rajas were copied by Muhammed bin Sam and some later muslim rulers of Delhi. These coins are made of fairly decent silver and of large flans. They are not exactly rare, but they do not show up on the market very often and are difficult to find.
Silver tanka of Nasir al-din Nusrat (1519-1531), Bengal Sultanate, India - Al-Sultan bin al-sultan Nasiral-Dunya wa'l din abu'l Muzaffar Nusratshah al-Sultan bin-Husein Shahal-Sultan al-huseini khallada allah mulkahu spread on both sides within ornate arabesque borders. Dated to 925 AH = 1519 AD. 28mm in diameter, 10.7 g. Dar-al-darb Huseinabad mint. Scarce. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B820. SKU T642-v3669
RR silver karshapana, Nanda period (ca.345-323 BC), Magadha, India (G/H #360) - Five punch-mark symbols / Small bankers' marks. 18mm, 3.49 grams. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC series IV X A 2 (#360). Rated VR (very rare) in Gupta/Hardaker. The Nanda Empire originated from the kingdom of Magadha in Ancient India during the 5th and 4th centuries BC. At its greatest extent, the Nanda Empire extended from Bengal in the east, Punjab in the west and as far south as the Vindhya Range.
Silver drachm of Somesvara Deva (ca. 1169-1172), Rajas of Delhi, India - Horseman right, holding standard, Nagari legend: Asavari Sri Samanta Deva / Bull facing left, Nagari legend above: Sri Somesvara Deva. 15mm, 3.41 grams. Mint of Delhi, Tye #49. SKU T2114-52627 The silver drachms (or jitals) were issued by 9 different Tomaras and Chauhan Rajas of Delhi. These coins of the Hindu Delhi Rajas were copied by Muhammed bin Sam and some later muslim rulers of Delhi. These coins are made of fairly decent silver and of large flans. They are not exactly rare, but they do not show up on the market very often and are difficult to find.
Nice silver karshapana, Nanda period (ca.345-323 BC), Magadha, India (G/H #464) - Five punch-mark symbols / Blank. Irregular flat silver planchet, 19mmx13mm, 3.54 grams. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC series IV XXXIV A1 (#464). Scarce, nice quality. The Nanda Empire originated from the kingdom of Magadha in Ancient India during the 5th and 4th centuries BC. At its greatest extent, the Nanda Empire extended from Bengal in the east, Punjab in the west and as far south as the Vindhya Range.
Nice silver karshapana, Nanda period (ca.345-323 BC), Magadha, India (G/H #464) - Five punch-mark symbols / Blank. Irregular flat silver planchet, 18mmx13mm, 3.50 grams. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC series IV XXXIV A1 (#464). Scarce, nice quality. The Nanda Empire originated from the kingdom of Magadha in Ancient India during the 5th and 4th centuries BC. At its greatest extent, the Nanda Empire extended from Bengal in the east, Punjab in the west and as far south as the Vindhya Range.
Lot of 5 Kushan tetradrachms, Kanishka & later, Kushan Empire, 100-200 AD #2e - Lot of 5 authentic cleaned large copper tetradrachms of various types, showing various Kushan deities etc. Poor condition, with lots of wear as always. Interesting research group. The price is for the entire group of 5 coins shown on the picture, not per coin. SKU hv8808 The Kushan Empire was a syncretic empire, formed by the Yuezhi, in the Bactrian territories in the early 1st century. It spread to encompass much of modern-day territory of Afghanistan, Pakistan and northern India. The Empire went into decline in the 3rd century, but fragments of it lasted until the rise of the Guptas in the late 4th century,
Bronze tetradrachm (w/Goddess Mao), Kanishka (c.127-152 AD), Kushan Empire - He minted a large series of gold and copper coins depicting various Kushan deities. The Kushan Moon-Goddess Mao is derived from Zoroastrian Måŋha, the Avestan for "Moon, month", equivalent to Persian Mah (Old Persian maha).
Scarce billon tetradrachm, Aspavarma (c.15-45 CE), Arpacarajas, Indo-Scythians - King mounted on a horse, holding a whip. Greek legend around ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΝ ÎΕΓΑΛΟΥ / ΑΖΟY // Pallas Athena holding spear, and triratna symbol. Kharoshthi legend around Imtravarmaputrasa Aspavarmasa strategasa jayatasa ("Victorious strategos (general) Aspavarma, son of Indravarma").
Scarce billon tetradrachm, Aspavarma (c.15-45 CE), Arpacarajas, Indo-Scythians - King mounted on a horse, holding a whip. Greek legend around ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΝ ÎΕΓΑΛΟΥ / ΑΖΟY // Pallas Athena holding spear, and triratna symbol. Kharoshthi legend around Imtravarmaputrasa Aspavarmasa strategasa jayatasa ("Victorious strategos (general) Aspavarma, son of Indravarma").
Rare silver karshapana, Nanda period (ca.345-323 BC), Magadha, India (G/H #465) - Five punch-mark symbols / Small bankers' marks. Irregular flat silver planchet, 21mmx14mm, 3.57 grams. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC series IV XXXIV A1 (#465 (rated Rare)). Scarce, nice quality. The Nanda Empire originated from the kingdom of Magadha in Ancient India during the 5th and 4th centuries BC. At its greatest extent, the Nanda Empire extended from Bengal in the east, Punjab in the west and as far south as the Vindhya Range.
AR karshapana, Mahapadma Nanda period (ca.345-323 BC), Magadha, India (G/H 416) - Five punch-marked symbols (see below) / Blank. Oval flat silver planchet, 19mmx12mm, 3.40 grams. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC series IVd, IV XXXI G1 (#416). These silver coins with various punchmarks are the earliest silver Indian coins. Magadha was an ancient kingdom in India, mentioned in both the Ramayana and the Mahabharata. It was also one of the four main kingdoms of India at the time of Buddha, having risen to power during the reigns of Bimbisara (c. 544-491 BCE)and his son Ajatashatru (c. 491-460 BCE). The core of the kingdom was that portion of Bihar lying south of the Ganges, with its capital at Rajagriha (modern Rajgir). Magadha expanded to include most of Bihar and parts of Bengal with the conquest of Anga, and then expanded up the Ganges valley annexing Kosala and Kashi.
Post-Shahi billon jital from Punjab/Gandhara, late 1000s AD (Tye 33) - Bull facing left, crude Nagari SRI SAMANTA DEVA / Horseman right, Bhi (or Sri) in the right upper field. 13mm, 3.34 grams. Mintless type, uncertain anonymous issue. Tye 33; Deyell 235. SKU T1978-45326 It is not known who issued these coins, but stylistically they can be dated to the very last years of the Kabul Shahi in northern India immediate post-Shahi Islamic period. These billon or silver-plated coins are debased versions of the very late Kabulshahi silver coins (Tye 32). They likely come from the last Kabulshahi strongholds in Gandhara or northern Punjab, though it is not known at this point who this person was and the exact location where these were minted is not known as well.
AR tanka of Nasir al-din Nusrat (1519-1531), Fathabad, Bengal Sultanate, India - Al-Sultan bin al-sultan Nasir al-Dunya wa'l din abu'l Muzaffar Nusratshah al-Sultan bin-Husein Shah al-Sultan al-huseini khallada allah mulkahu spread on both sides. Fathabad on obverse, Darl-al-darb on reverse. Dated to 925 AH = 1519 AD. 26mm in diameter, 10.5 g. Fine style Dar-al-darb Fathabad mint. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B-811. SKU T643-v3665
Silver drachm, c.950-1026, Kabul Shahi in Punjab and Gandhara (Tye #32) - Horseman right, holding banner; Nagari Bhi in the upper left, Adl (?). in Arabic in the upper right / śri samanta deva in Nagari, recumbent zebu bull to left with symbol on rump; to left, star above pellet above crescent.
Lot of 12 staters, Vasu Deva II (c.250-300 AD) and later, Kushan Empire #1a - Vasishka (ca.247-267 AD), Kanishka III (ca.268 AD) and Vasudeva II (ca.268-300 AD) were Kushan emperors ruling during the period of rapid decline of the Kushan power. Lot of 12 authentic late Kushan staters of various titles - late rulers, mostly Vasishka/Vasu Deva II (c.250-300 AD) but later issues as well.
Rare silver vimshatika, Kashi Janapada under Kasala (c.525-475 BC), India (R-868 - Four punchmarks (see below) / Various bankers' marks. 28mm21mm, 4.60 grams. Rajgor Series 58, unlisted (#868 var). The variety with this 4th symbol is not listed - this is a variation on type 868 in Rajgor. Rare. In ca.525 BC Kashi, the long-time enemy of Kasala, was conquered by it, and was administered as a Kasala province until the conquest of Kasala by Magadha in ca.475 BC. During the earlier part of this period, Kashi issued vimshatikas, and later switched to a karshapana standard, closely adhering to the general layout of the Kasala coins. This coin, as well as a few other we are offering, are from an old US collection of Kashi and Kasala vimshatikas and karshapanas sold by Steve Album. These very large early punchmarks are all rare.
Lot of 6 Kushan tetradrachms, Kanishka & later, Kushan Empire, 100-200 AD - Lot of 6 authentic cleaned large copper tetradrachms of various types, showing various Kushan deities etc. Poor condition, with lots of wear as always. Interesting research group. The price is for the entire group of 6 coins shown on the picture, not per coin. SKU hv8338 The Kushan Empire was a syncretic empire, formed by the Yuezhi, in the Bactrian territories in the early 1st century. It spread to encompass much of modern-day territory of Afghanistan, Pakistan and northern India. The Empire went into decline in the 3rd century, but fragments of it lasted until the rise of the Guptas in the late 4th century,
Rare silver vimshatika, Kashi Janapada under Kasala (c.525-475 BC), India (R-803 - Four punchmarks (see below) / Various bankers' marks. 22mm20mm, 4.78 grams. Rajgor Series 58, #803. Rare large early punchmarked Indian coin. In ca.525 BC Kashi, the long-time enemy of Kasala, was conquered by it, and was administered as a Kasala province until the conquest of Kasala by Magadha in ca.475 BC. During the earlier part of this period, Kashi issued vimshatikas, and later switched to a karshapana standard, closely adhering to the general layout of the Kasala coins. This coin, as well as a few other we are offering, are from an old US collection of Kashi and Kasala vimshatikas and karshapanas sold by Steve Album. These very large early punchmarks are all rare.
Silver drachm, c.950-1026, Kabul Shahi in Punjab and Gandhara (Tye #32) - Horseman right, holding banner; Nagari Bhi in the upper left, Adl (?). in Arabic in the upper right / śri samanta deva in Nagari, recumbent zebu bull to left with symbol on rump; to left, star above pellet above crescent.
Rare silver vimshatika, Kashi Janapada under Kasala (c.525-475 BC), India (R-868 - Four punchmarks (see below) / Various bankers' marks. 28mm22mm, 4.52 grams. Rajgor Series 58, unlisted (#868 var). The variety with this 4th symbol is not listed - this is a variation on type 868 in Rajgor. Rare. In ca.525 BC Kashi, the long-time enemy of Kasala, was conquered by it, and was administered as a Kasala province until the conquest of Kasala by Magadha in ca.475 BC. During the earlier part of this period, Kashi issued vimshatikas, and later switched to a karshapana standard, closely adhering to the general layout of the Kasala coins. This coin, as well as a few other we are offering, are from an old US collection of Kashi and Kasala vimshatikas and karshapanas sold by Steve Album. These very large early punchmarks are all rare.
Scarce billon tetradrachm, Aspavarma (c.15-45 CE), Arpacarajas, Indo-Scythians - King mounted on a horse, holding a whip. Greek legend around ΒΑΣÎΛΕΩΣ ΒΑΣÎΛΕΩΝ ÎΕΓΑΛΟΥ / ΑΖΟY // Pallas Athena holding spear, and triratna symbol. Kharoshthi legend around Imtravarmaputrasa Aspavarmasa strategasa jayatasa ("Victorious strategos (general) Aspavarma, son of Indravarma").
Late issue bronze stater of King Harsha (1089-1101), Kashmir Kingdom, India - Harsha, also Harshadeva, (ruled 1089-1101 CE) was a Hindu king of Kashmir, India. Harsha belonged to the Utpala dynasty, of which he was the last ruler. Ha-rsha // Highly stylized King standing facing, sacrificing at altar at left, legend at right in Sharada script.
Lot of 5 Kushan tetradrachms, Kanishka & later, Kushan Empire, 100-200 AD #8 - Lot of 5 authentic cleaned large copper tetradrachms of various types, showing various Kushan deities etc. Poor condition, with lots of wear as always. Interesting research group. The price is for the entire group of 5 coins shown on the picture, not per coin. SKU hv8827 The Kushan Empire was a syncretic empire, formed by the Yuezhi, in the Bactrian territories in the early 1st century. It spread to encompass much of modern-day territory of Afghanistan, Pakistan and northern India. The Empire went into decline in the 3rd century, but fragments of it lasted until the rise of the Guptas in the late 4th century,
Lot of 5 Kushan tetradrachms, Kanishka & later, Kushan Empire, 100-200 AD #3e - Lot of 5 authentic cleaned large copper tetradrachms of various types, showing various Kushan deities etc. Poor condition, with lots of wear as always. Interesting research group. The price is for the entire group of 5 coins shown on the picture, not per coin. SKU hv8834 The Kushan Empire was a syncretic empire, formed by the Yuezhi, in the Bactrian territories in the early 1st century. It spread to encompass much of modern-day territory of Afghanistan, Pakistan and northern India. The Empire went into decline in the 3rd century, but fragments of it lasted until the rise of the Guptas in the late 4th century,
Rare silver vimshatika, Kashi Janapada under Kasala (c.525-475 BC), India (R-798 - Four punchmarks (see below) / Various bankers' marks. 26mm22mm, 4.61 grams. Rajgor Series 58, #798. Rare large early punchmarked Indian coin. In ca.525 BC Kashi, the long-time enemy of Kasala, was conquered by it, and was administered as a Kasala province until the conquest of Kasala by Magadha in ca.475 BC. During the earlier part of this period, Kashi issued vimshatikas, and later switched to a karshapana standard, closely adhering to the general layout of the Kasala coins. This coin, as well as a few other we are offering, are from an old US collection of Kashi and Kasala vimshatikas and karshapanas sold by Steve Album. These very large early punchmarks are all rare.
Silver drachm, c.950-1026, Kabul Shahi in Punjab and Gandhara (Tye #32) - Horseman right, holding banner; Nagari Bhi in the upper left, Adl (?). in Arabic in the upper right / śri samanta deva in Nagari, recumbent zebu bull to left with symbol on rump; to left, star above pellet above crescent.
Lot of 5 Kushan tetradrachms, Kanishka & later, Kushan Empire, 100-200 AD #1e - Lot of 5 authentic cleaned large copper tetradrachms of various types, showing various Kushan deities etc. Poor condition, with lots of wear as always. Interesting research group. The price is for the entire group of 5 coins shown on the picture, not per coin. SKU hv8805 The Kushan Empire was a syncretic empire, formed by the Yuezhi, in the Bactrian territories in the early 1st century. It spread to encompass much of modern-day territory of Afghanistan, Pakistan and northern India. The Empire went into decline in the 3rd century, but fragments of it lasted until the rise of the Guptas in the late 4th century,
Bronze stater of Queen Didda Rani (979-1003 AD), Kashmir Kingdom, India - Didda Rani was one of the celebrated queens, more of a strong than a beneficent monarch. Young husband spoke of her "force of character" as well as her "ruthlessness". She carried the latter trait to the extent of tyranny.
Rare silver vimshatika, Kashi Janapada under Kasala (c.525-475 BC), India (R-857 - Four punchmarks (see below) / Various bankers' marks. 26mm22mm, 4.62 grams. Rajgor Series 58, #857. Rare large early punchmarked Indian coin. In ca.525 BC Kashi, the long-time enemy of Kasala, was conquered by it, and was administered as a Kasala province until the conquest of Kasala by Magadha in ca.475 BC. During the earlier part of this period, Kashi issued vimshatikas, and later switched to a karshapana standard, closely adhering to the general layout of the Kasala coins. This coin, as well as a few other we are offering, are from an old US collection of Kashi and Kasala vimshatikas and karshapanas sold by Steve Album. These very large early punchmarks are all rare.
Late issue bronze stater of King Harsha (1089-1101), Kashmir Kingdom, India - Harsha, also Harshadeva, (ruled 1089-1101 CE) was a Hindu king of Kashmir, India. Harsha belonged to the Utpala dynasty, of which he was the last ruler. Ha-rsha // Highly stylized King standing facing, sacrificing at altar at left, legend at right in Sharada script.
Lot of 5 Kushan tetradrachms, Kanishka & later, Kushan Empire, 100-200 AD #12 - Lot of 5 authentic cleaned large copper tetradrachms of various types, showing various Kushan deities etc. Poor condition, with lots of wear as always. Interesting research group. The price is for the entire group of 5 coins shown on the picture, not per coin. SKU hv8828 The Kushan Empire was a syncretic empire, formed by the Yuezhi, in the Bactrian territories in the early 1st century. It spread to encompass much of modern-day territory of Afghanistan, Pakistan and northern India. The Empire went into decline in the 3rd century, but fragments of it lasted until the rise of the Guptas in the late 4th century,
Silver drachm, c.950-1026, Kabul Shahi in Punjab and Gandhara (Tye #32) - Horseman right, holding banner; Nagari Bhi in the upper left, Adl (?). in Arabic in the upper right / śri samanta deva in Nagari, recumbent zebu bull to left with symbol on rump; to left, star above pellet above crescent.
Late issue bronze stater of King Harsha (1089-1101), Kashmir Kingdom, India - Harsha, also Harshadeva, (ruled 1089-1101 CE) was a Hindu king of Kashmir, India. Harsha belonged to the Utpala dynasty, of which he was the last ruler. Ha-rsha // Highly stylized King standing facing, sacrificing at altar at left, legend at right in Sharada script.
Rare silver vimshatika, Kashi Janapada under Kasala (c.525-475 BC), India (R-861 - Four punchmarks (see below) / Various bankers' marks. 27mm24mm, 4.66 grams. Rajgor Series 58, #861. Rare large early punchmarked Indian coin. In ca.525 BC Kashi, the long-time enemy of Kasala, was conquered by it, and was administered as a Kasala province until the conquest of Kasala by Magadha in ca.475 BC. During the earlier part of this period, Kashi issued vimshatikas, and later switched to a karshapana standard, closely adhering to the general layout of the Kasala coins. This coin, as well as a few other we are offering, are from an old US collection of Kashi and Kasala vimshatikas and karshapanas sold by Steve Album. These very large early punchmarks are all rare.
Silver drachm, c.950-1026, Kabul Shahi in Punjab and Gandhara (Tye #32) - Horseman right, holding banner; Nagari Bhi in the upper left, Adl (?). in Arabic in the upper right / śri samanta deva in Nagari, recumbent zebu bull to left with symbol on rump; to left, star above pellet above crescent.
Late issue bronze stater of King Harsha (1089-1101), Kashmir Kingdom, India - Harsha, also Harshadeva, (ruled 1089-1101 CE) was a Hindu king of Kashmir, India. Harsha belonged to the Utpala dynasty, of which he was the last ruler. Ha-rsha // Highly stylized King standing facing, sacrificing at altar at left, legend at right in Sharada script.
Early bronze stater of King Harsha (1089-1101), Kashmir Kingdom, India - Harsha, also Harshadeva, (ruled 1089-1101 CE) was a Hindu king of Kashmir, India. Harsha belonged to the Utpala dynasty, of which he was the last ruler. This is an early issue of Harsha - the later issues were small and dumpy, crudely struck with worn dies.
Lot of 10 staters, Vasu Deva II (c.250-300 AD) and later, Kushan Empire - Vasishka (ca.247-267 AD), Kanishka III (ca.268 AD) and Vasudeva II (ca.268-300 AD) were Kushan emperors ruling during the period of rapid decline of the Kushan power. Lot of 10 authentic late Kushan staters of various titles - late rulers, mostly Vasishka/Vasu Deva II (c.250-300 AD) but later issues as well.
Rare silver 1/2 vimshatika, Kasala Janapada, c.600-470 BC, India (Rajgor-962) - The denomination of these coins is unclear. Rajgor calls them "karshapana", but they average 2.6 grams, which is much too light for a standard karshapana of around 3.4 grams. 2.6 grams standard corresponds either to a 1/4 of a late shatamana of 10.8 grams or 1/2 vimshatika of about 5.6 grams.
Silver 1/2 vimshatika, Kasala Janapada, c.600-470 BC, India (Rajgor series 65) - The denomination of these coins is unclear. Rajgor calls them "karshapana", but they average 2.6 grams, which is much too light for a standard karshapana of around 3.4 grams. 2.6 grams standard corresponds either to a 1/4 of a late shatamana of 10.8 grams or 1/2 vimshatika of about 5.6 grams.
Unlisted AR 1/2 vimshatika w/3 symbols, Kasala Janapada, c.600-470 BC, India - The denomination of these coins is unclear. Rajgor calls them "karshapana", but they average 2.7 grams, which is much too light for a standard karshapana of around 3.4 grams. 2.6 grams standard corresponds either to a 1/4 of a late shatamana of 10.8 grams or 1/2 vimshatika of about 5.6 grams.
Silver 1/2 vimshatika, Kasala Kingdom, ca.600-470 BC, India (Rajgor 1046) - The denomination of these coins is unclear. Rajgor calls them "karshapana", but they average 2.7 grams, which is much too light for a standard karshapana of around 3.4 grams. 2.6 grams standard corresponds either to a 1/4 of a late shatamana of 10.8 grams or 1/2 vimshatika of about 5.6 grams.
Silver 1/2 vimshatika, Kasala Kingdom, ca.600-470 BC, India (Rajgor 1046) - The denomination of these coins is unclear. Rajgor calls them "karshapana", but they average 2.7 grams, which is much too light for a standard karshapana of around 3.4 grams. 2.6 grams standard corresponds either to a 1/4 of a late shatamana of 10.8 grams or 1/2 vimshatika of about 5.6 grams.
Unlisted double-sided AR 1/2 vimshatika, Kasala Janapada, c.600-470 BC, India - The denomination of these coins is unclear. Rajgor calls them "karshapana", but they average 2.7 grams, which is much too light for a standard karshapana of around 3.4 grams. 2.6 grams standard corresponds either to a 1/4 of a late shatamana of 10.8 grams or 1/2 vimshatika of about 5.6 grams.
Unlisted double-sided AR 1/2 vimshatika, Kasala Janapada, c.600-470 BC, India - The denomination of these coins is unclear. Rajgor calls them "karshapana", but they average 2.7 grams, which is much too light for a standard karshapana of around 3.4 grams. 2.6 grams standard corresponds either to a 1/4 of a late shatamana of 10.8 grams or 1/2 vimshatika of about 5.6 grams.
Silver 1/2 vimshatika, Kasala Kingdom, ca.600-470 BC, India (Rajgor 1048) - The denomination of these coins is unclear. Rajgor calls them "karshapana", but they average 2.7 grams, which is much too light for a standard karshapana of around 3.4 grams. 2.6 grams standard corresponds either to a 1/4 of a late shatamana of 10.8 grams or 1/2 vimshatika of about 5.6 grams.
Silver 1/2 vimshatika, Kasala Kingdom, ca.600-470 BC, India (Rajgor 1048) - The denomination of these coins is unclear. Rajgor calls them "karshapana", but they average 2.7 grams, which is much too light for a standard karshapana of around 3.4 grams. 2.6 grams standard corresponds either to a 1/4 of a late shatamana of 10.8 grams or 1/2 vimshatika of about 5.6 grams.
Bronze stater of Queen Didda Rani (979-1003 AD), Kashmir Kingdom, India - Didda Rani was one of the celebrated queens, more of a strong than a beneficent monarch. Young husband spoke of her "force of character" as well as her "ruthlessness". She carried the latter trait to the extent of tyranny.
Early bronze stater of King Harsha (1089-1101), Kashmir Kingdom, India - Harsha, also Harshadeva, (ruled 1089-1101 CE) was a Hindu king of Kashmir, India. Harsha belonged to the Utpala dynasty, of which he was the last ruler. This is an early issue of Harsha - the later issues were small and dumpy, crudely struck with worn dies.
Silver drachm, c.950-1026, Kabul Shahi in Punjab and Gandhara (Tye #32) - Horseman right, holding banner; Nagari Bhi in the upper left, Adl (?). in Arabic in the upper right / śri samanta deva in Nagari, recumbent zebu bull to left with symbol on rump; to left, star above pellet above crescent.
Silver drachm, c.950-1026, Kabul Shahi in Punjab and Gandhara (Tye #32) - Horseman right, holding banner; Nagari Bhi in the upper left, Adl (?). in Arabic in the upper right / śri samanta deva in Nagari, recumbent zebu bull to left with symbol on rump; to left, star above pellet above crescent.
Silver 2-ghani of Ala al-Din Mohamed (1296-1316), Delhi Sultanate, India (Tye 41 - Al-sultan al-azam ala al-dunya wal din in arabic. 17mm, 2.84 grams. "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" D-233; Rajgor 985, 990; Tye 419.1. Juna Khan Khilji, commonly known by his title as Ala-ud-din Khilji, was the second ruler of the Turko-Afghan Khilji dynasty in India.
Silver drachm, c.950-1026, Kabul Shahi in Punjab and Gandhara (Tye #32) - Horseman right, holding banner; Nagari Bhi in the upper left, Adl (?). in Arabic in the upper right / śri samanta deva in Nagari, recumbent zebu bull to left with symbol on rump; to left, star above pellet above crescent.
Silver drachm, c.950-1026, Kabul Shahi in Punjab and Gandhara (Tye #32) - Horseman right, holding banner; Nagari Bhi in the upper left, Adl (?). in Arabic in the upper right / śri samanta deva in Nagari, recumbent zebu bull to left with symbol on rump; to left, star above pellet above crescent.
Lot of 12 staters, Vasu Deva II (c.250-300 AD) and later, Kushan Empire #1b - Vasishka (ca.247-267 AD), Kanishka III (ca.268 AD) and Vasudeva II (ca.268-300 AD) were Kushan emperors ruling during the period of rapid decline of the Kushan power. Lot of 12 authentic late Kushan staters of various titles - late rulers, mostly Vasishka/Vasu Deva II (c.250-300 AD) but later issues as well.
Scarce billon tetradrachm, Aspavarma (c.15-45 CE), Arpacarajas, Indo-Scythians - King mounted on a horse, holding a whip. Greek legend around ΒΑΣÎΛΕΩΣ ΒΑΣÎΛΕΩΝ ÎΕΓΑΛΟΥ / ΑΖΟY // Pallas Athena holding spear, and triratna symbol. Kharoshthi legend around Imtravarmaputrasa Aspavarmasa strategasa jayatasa ("Victorious strategos (general) Aspavarma, son of Indravarma").
Lot of 5 Kushan tetradrachms, Kanishka & later, Kushan Empire, 100-200 AD #3c - Lot of 5 authentic cleaned large copper tetradrachms of various types, showing various Kushan deities etc. Poor condition, with lots of wear as always. Interesting research group. The price is for the entire group of 5 coins shown on the picture, not per coin. SKU hv8817 The Kushan Empire was a syncretic empire, formed by the Yuezhi, in the Bactrian territories in the early 1st century. It spread to encompass much of modern-day territory of Afghanistan, Pakistan and northern India. The Empire went into decline in the 3rd century, but fragments of it lasted until the rise of the Guptas in the late 4th century,
Silver 2-ghani of Ala al-Din Mohamed (1296-1316), Delhi Sultanate, India (Tye 41 - Al-sultan al-azam ala al-dunya wal din in arabic. 17mm, 3.04 grams. "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" D-233; Rajgor 985, 990; Tye 419.1. Juna Khan Khilji, commonly known by his title as Ala-ud-din Khilji, was the second ruler of the Turko-Afghan Khilji dynasty in India.
Silver drachm, c.950-1026, Kabul Shahi in Punjab and Gandhara (Tye #32) - Horseman right, holding banner; Nagari Bhi in the upper left, Adl (?). in Arabic in the upper right / śri samanta deva in Nagari, recumbent zebu bull to left with symbol on rump; to left, star above pellet above crescent.
Unlisted silver 1/2 vimshatika, Kasala Janapada, c.600-470 BC, India (R-1072var) - The denomination of these coins is unclear. Rajgor calls them "karshapana", but they average 2.6 grams, which is much too light for a standard karshapana of around 3.4 grams. 2.6 grams standard corresponds either to a 1/4 of a late shatamana of 10.8 grams or 1/2 vimshatika of about 5.6 grams.
Early bronze stater of King Harsha (1089-1101), Kashmir Kingdom, India - Harsha, also Harshadeva, (ruled 1089-1101 CE) was a Hindu king of Kashmir, India. Harsha belonged to the Utpala dynasty, of which he was the last ruler. This is an early issue of Harsha - the later issues were small and dumpy, crudely struck with worn dies.
Early bronze stater of King Harsha (1089-1101), Kashmir Kingdom, India - Harsha, also Harshadeva, (ruled 1089-1101 CE) was a Hindu king of Kashmir, India. Harsha belonged to the Utpala dynasty, of which he was the last ruler. This is an early issue of Harsha - the later issues were small and dumpy, crudely struck with worn dies.
Rare silver vimshatika, Kashi Janapada under Kasala (c.525-475 BC), India (R-900 - Four punchmarks (see below) / Various bankers' marks. 28mmx25mm, 4.59 grams. Rajgor Series 58, #900. In ca.525 BC Kashi, the long-time enemy of Kasala, was conquered by it, and was administered as a Kasala province until the conquest of Kasala by Magadha in ca.475 BC. During the earlier part of this period, Kashi issued vimshatikas, and later switched to a karshapana standard, closely adhering to the general layout of the Kasala coins. This coin, as well as a few other we are offering, are from an old US collection of Kashi and Kasala vimshatikas and karshapanas sold by Steve Album. These very large early punchmarks are all rare.
Rare silver vimshatika, Kashi Janapada under Kasala (c.525-475 BC), India (R-900 - Four punchmarks (see below) / Various bankers' marks. 26mm, 4.57 grams. Rajgor Series 58, #900. In ca.525 BC Kashi, the long-time enemy of Kasala, was conquered by it, and was administered as a Kasala province until the conquest of Kasala by Magadha in ca.475 BC. During the earlier part of this period, Kashi issued vimshatikas, and later switched to a karshapana standard, closely adhering to the general layout of the Kasala coins. This coin, as well as a few other we are offering, are from an old US collection of Kashi and Kasala vimshatikas and karshapanas sold by Steve Album. These very large early punchmarks are all rare.
Rare silver vimshatika, Kashi Janapada under Kasala (c.525-475 BC), India (R-900 - Four punchmarks (see below) / Various bankers' marks. 27mm21mm, 4.48 grams. Rajgor Series 58, #900. In ca.525 BC Kashi, the long-time enemy of Kasala, was conquered by it, and was administered as a Kasala province until the conquest of Kasala by Magadha in ca.475 BC. During the earlier part of this period, Kashi issued vimshatikas, and later switched to a karshapana standard, closely adhering to the general layout of the Kasala coins. This coin, as well as a few other we are offering, are from an old US collection of Kashi and Kasala vimshatikas and karshapanas sold by Steve Album. These very large early punchmarks are all rare.
Rare silver vimshatika, Kashi Janapada under Kasala (c.525-475 BC), India (R-899 - Four punchmarks (see below) / Various bankers' marks. 24mm, 4.39 grams. Rajgor Series 58, #899 (slightly incorrect depiction of the second symbol). In ca.525 BC Kashi, the long-time enemy of Kasala, was conquered by it, and was administered as a Kasala province until the conquest of Kasala by Magadha in ca.475 BC. During the earlier part of this period, Kashi issued vimshatikas, and later switched to a karshapana standard, closely adhering to the general layout of the Kasala coins. This coin, as well as a few other we are offering, are from an old US collection of Kashi and Kasala vimshatikas and karshapanas sold by Steve Album. These very large early punchmarks are all rare.
Rare silver vimshatika, Kashi Janapada under Kasala (c.525-475 BC), India (R-901 - Four punchmarks (see below) / Various bankers' marks. 27mm23mm, 4.49 grams. Rajgor Series 58, #901. In ca.525 BC Kashi, the long-time enemy of Kasala, was conquered by it, and was administered as a Kasala province until the conquest of Kasala by Magadha in ca.475 BC. During the earlier part of this period, Kashi issued vimshatikas, and later switched to a karshapana standard, closely adhering to the general layout of the Kasala coins. This coin, as well as a few other we are offering, are from an old US collection of Kashi and Kasala vimshatikas and karshapanas sold by Steve Album. These very large early punchmarks are all rare.
Rare silver vimshatika, Kashi Janapada under Kasala (c.525-475 BC), India (R-902 - Four punchmarks (see below) / Various bankers' marks. 28mm22mm, 4.52 grams. Rajgor Series 58, #902. In ca.525 BC Kashi, the long-time enemy of Kasala, was conquered by it, and was administered as a Kasala province until the conquest of Kasala by Magadha in ca.475 BC. During the earlier part of this period, Kashi issued vimshatikas, and later switched to a karshapana standard, closely adhering to the general layout of the Kasala coins. This coin, as well as a few other we are offering, are from an old US collection of Kashi and Kasala vimshatikas and karshapanas sold by Steve Album. These very large early punchmarks are all rare.
Silver 2-ghani of Ala al-Din Mohamed (1296-1316), Delhi Sultanate, India (Tye 41 - Al-sultan al-azam ala al-dunya wal din in arabic. 17mm, 3.08 grams. "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" D-233; Rajgor 985, 990; Tye 419.1. Juna Khan Khilji, commonly known by his title as Ala-ud-din Khilji, was the second ruler of the Turko-Afghan Khilji dynasty in India.
Silver drachm, c.950-1026, Kabul Shahi in Punjab and Gandhara (Tye #32) - Horseman right, holding banner; Nagari Bhi in the upper left, Adl (?). in Arabic in the upper right / śri samanta deva in Nagari, recumbent zebu bull to left with symbol on rump; to left, star above pellet above crescent.
Bronze stater of Queen Didda Rani (979-1003 AD), Kashmir Kingdom, India - Didda Rani was one of the celebrated queens, more of a strong than a beneficent monarch. Young husband spoke of her "force of character" as well as her "ruthlessness". She carried the latter trait to the extent of tyranny.
Silver drachm, c.950-1026, Kabul Shahi in Punjab and Gandhara (Tye #32) - Horseman right, holding banner; Nagari Bhi in the upper left, Adl (?). in Arabic in the upper right / śri samanta deva in Nagari, recumbent zebu bull to left with symbol on rump; to left, star above pellet above crescent.
Silver drachm, c.950-1026, Kabul Shahi in Punjab and Gandhara (Tye #32) - Horseman right, holding banner; Nagari Bhi in the upper left, Adl (?). in Arabic in the upper right / śri samanta deva in Nagari, recumbent zebu bull to left with symbol on rump; to left, star above pellet above crescent.
Silver drachm, c.950-1026, Kabul Shahi in Punjab and Gandhara (Tye #32) - Horseman right, holding banner; Nagari Bhi in the upper left, Adl (?). in Arabic in the upper right / śri samanta deva in Nagari, recumbent zebu bull to left with symbol on rump; to left, star above pellet above crescent.
Silver drachm, c.950-1026, Kabul Shahi in Punjab and Gandhara (Tye #32) - Horseman right, holding banner; Nagari Bhi in the upper left, Adl (?). in Arabic in the upper right / śri samanta deva in Nagari, recumbent zebu bull to left with symbol on rump; to left, star above pellet above crescent.
Lot of 5 Kushan tetradrachms, Kanishka & Huvishka, Kushan Empire, 100-200 AD - Lot of 5 authentic cleaned large copper tetradrachms of various types, showing various Kushan deities etc. Poor condition, with lots of wear as always. Interesting research group. The price is for the entire group of 5 coins shown on the picture, not per coin. SKU hv8826 The Kushan Empire was a syncretic empire, formed by the Yuezhi, in the Bactrian territories in the early 1st century. It spread to encompass much of modern-day territory of Afghanistan, Pakistan and northern India. The Empire went into decline in the 3rd century, but fragments of it lasted until the rise of the Guptas in the late 4th century,
Rare silver vimshatika, Kashi Janapada under Kasala (c.525-475 BC), India (R-820 - Four punchmarks (see below) / Various bankers' marks. 26mm25mm, 4.69 grams. Rajgor Series 58, #869. Rare large early punchmarked Indian coin. In ca.525 BC Kashi, the long-time enemy of Kasala, was conquered by it, and was administered as a Kasala province until the conquest of Kasala by Magadha in ca.475 BC. During the earlier part of this period, Kashi issued vimshatikas, and later switched to a karshapana standard, closely adhering to the general layout of the Kasala coins. This coin, as well as a few other we are offering, are from an old US collection of Kashi and Kasala vimshatikas and karshapanas sold by Steve Album. These very large early punchmarks are all rare.
Silver drachm, c.950-1026, Kabul Shahi in Punjab and Gandhara (Tye #32) - Horseman right, holding banner; Nagari Bhi in the upper left, Adl (?). in Arabic in the upper right / śri samanta deva in Nagari, recumbent zebu bull to left with symbol on rump; to left, star above pellet above crescent.
Silver drachm, c.950-1026, Kabul Shahi in Punjab and Gandhara (Tye #32) - Horseman right, holding banner; Nagari Bhi in the upper left, Adl (?). in Arabic in the upper right / śri samanta deva in Nagari, recumbent zebu bull to left with symbol on rump; to left, star above pellet above crescent.
Silver drachm, c.950-1026, Kabul Shahi in Punjab and Gandhara (Tye #32) - Horseman right, holding banner; Nagari Bhi in the upper left, Adl (?). in Arabic in the upper right / śri samanta deva in Nagari, recumbent zebu bull to left with symbol on rump; to left, star above pellet above crescent.
Silver drachm, c.950-1026, Kabul Shahi in Punjab and Gandhara (Tye #32) - Horseman right, holding banner; Nagari Bhi in the upper left, Adl (?). in Arabic in the upper right / śri samanta deva in Nagari, recumbent zebu bull to left with symbol on rump; to left, star above pellet above crescent.
Silver drachm, c.950-1026, Kabul Shahi in Punjab and Gandhara (Tye #32) - Horseman right, holding banner; Nagari Bhi in the upper left, Adl (?). in Arabic in the upper right / śri samanta deva in Nagari, recumbent zebu bull to left with symbol on rump; to left, star above pellet above crescent.
Silver drachm, c.950-1026, Kabul Shahi in Punjab and Gandhara (Tye #32) - Horseman right, holding banner; Nagari Bhi in the upper left, Adl (?). in Arabic in the upper right / śri samanta deva in Nagari, recumbent zebu bull to left with symbol on rump; to left, star above pellet above crescent.
Silver drachm, c.950-1026, Kabul Shahi in Punjab and Gandhara (Tye #32) - Horseman right, holding banner; Nagari Bhi in the upper left, Adl (?). in Arabic in the upper right / śri samanta deva in Nagari, recumbent zebu bull to left with symbol on rump; to left, star above pellet above crescent.
Silver drachm, c.950-1026, Kabul Shahi in Punjab and Gandhara (Tye #32) - Horseman right, holding banner; Nagari Bhi in the upper left, Adl (?). in Arabic in the upper right / śri samanta deva in Nagari, recumbent zebu bull to left with symbol on rump; to left, star above pellet above crescent.
Silver drachm, c.950-1026, Kabul Shahi in Punjab and Gandhara (Tye #32) - Horseman right, holding banner; Nagari Bhi in the upper left, Adl (?). in Arabic in the upper right / śri samanta deva in Nagari, recumbent zebu bull to left with symbol on rump; to left, star above pellet above crescent.
Silver drachm, c.950-1026, Kabul Shahi in Punjab and Gandhara (Tye #32) - Horseman right, holding banner; Nagari Bhi in the upper left, Adl (?). in Arabic in the upper right / śri samanta deva in Nagari, recumbent zebu bull to left with symbol on rump; to left, star above pellet above crescent.
Silver drachm, c.950-1026, Kabul Shahi in Punjab and Gandhara (Tye #32) - Horseman right, holding banner; Nagari Bhi in the upper left, Adl (?). in Arabic in the upper right / śri samanta deva in Nagari, recumbent zebu bull to left with symbol on rump; to left, star above pellet above crescent.
Scarce billon tetradrachm, Aspavarma (c.15-45 CE), Arpacarajas, Indo-Scythians - King mounted on a horse, holding a whip. Greek legend around ΒΑΣÎΛΕΩΣ ΒΑΣÎΛΕΩΝ ÎΕΓΑΛΟΥ / ΑΖΟY // Pallas Athena holding spear, and triratna symbol. Kharoshthi legend around Imtravarmaputrasa Aspavarmasa strategasa jayatasa ("Victorious strategos (general) Aspavarma, son of Indravarma").
Silver drachm, c.950-1026, Kabul Shahi in Punjab and Gandhara (Tye #32) - Horseman right, holding banner; Nagari Bhi in the upper left, Adl (?). in Arabic in the upper right / śri samanta deva in Nagari, recumbent zebu bull to left with symbol on rump; to left, star above pellet above crescent.
Silver drachm, c.950-1026, Kabul Shahi in Punjab and Gandhara (Tye #32) - Horseman right, holding banner; Nagari Bhi in the upper left, Adl (?). in Arabic in the upper right / śri samanta deva in Nagari, recumbent zebu bull to left with symbol on rump; to left, star above pellet above crescent.
Silver drachm, c.950-1026, Kabul Shahi in Punjab and Gandhara (Tye #32) - Horseman right, holding banner; Nagari Bhi in the upper left, Adl (?). in Arabic in the upper right / śri samanta deva in Nagari, recumbent zebu bull to left with symbol on rump; to left, star above pellet above crescent.
Scarce billon tetradrachm, Aspavarma (c.15-45 CE), Arpacarajas, Indo-Scythians - King mounted on a horse, holding a whip. Greek legend around ΒΑΣÎΛΕΩΣ ΒΑΣÎΛΕΩΝ ÎΕΓΑΛΟΥ / ΑΖΟY // Pallas Athena holding spear, and triratna symbol. Kharoshthi legend around Imtravarmaputrasa Aspavarmasa strategasa jayatasa ("Victorious strategos (general) Aspavarma, son of Indravarma").
Scarce billon tetradrachm, Aspavarma (c.15-45 CE), Arpacarajas, Indo-Scythians - King mounted on a horse, holding a whip. Greek legend around ΒΑΣÎΛΕΩΣ ΒΑΣÎΛΕΩΝ ÎΕΓΑΛΟΥ / ΑΖΟY // Pallas Athena holding spear, and triratna symbol. Kharoshthi legend around Imtravarmaputrasa Aspavarmasa strategasa jayatasa ("Victorious strategos (general) Aspavarma, son of Indravarma").
Scarce billon tetradrachm, Aspavarma (c.15-45 CE), Arpacarajas, Indo-Scythians - King mounted on a horse, holding a whip. Greek legend around ΒΑΣÎΛΕΩΣ ΒΑΣÎΛΕΩΝ ÎΕΓΑΛΟΥ / ΑΖΟY // Pallas Athena holding spear, and triratna symbol. Kharoshthi legend around Imtravarmaputrasa Aspavarmasa strategasa jayatasa ("Victorious strategos (general) Aspavarma, son of Indravarma").
Post-Shahi billon jital from Punjab/Gandhara, late 1000s AD (Tye 33) - Bull facing left, crude Nagari SRI SAMANTA DEVA / Horseman right, Bhi (or Sri) in the right upper field. 13mm, 3.37 grams. Mintless type, uncertain anonymous issue. Tye 33; Deyell 235. SKU T1983-52852 With original silvering. It is not known who issued these coins, but stylistically they can be dated to the very last years of the Kabul Shahi in northern India immediate post-Shahi Islamic period. These billon or silver-plated coins are debased versions of the very late Kabulshahi silver coins (Tye 32). They likely come from the last Kabulshahi strongholds in Gandhara or northern Punjab, though it is not known at this point who this person was and the exact location where these were minted is not known as well.
Scarce billon tetradrachm, Aspavarma (c.15-45 CE), Arpacarajas, Indo-Scythians - King mounted on a horse, holding a whip. Greek legend around ΒΑΣÎΛΕΩΣ ΒΑΣÎΛΕΩΝ ÎΕΓΑΛΟΥ / ΑΖΟY // Pallas Athena holding spear, and triratna symbol. Kharoshthi legend around Imtravarmaputrasa Aspavarmasa strategasa jayatasa ("Victorious strategos (general) Aspavarma, son of Indravarma").
Silver 5-mana, Malla Janapada (where Buddha died), c.600-500 BC, India (R-) - This type is unlisted for Shakya, Ayodhya or Malla (Janapadas which issued this sort of punchmarked coins). Malla, unlike Shakya and Ayodya, used similar symbols of a central dot or square surrounded by crescents (see Rajgor 1121 and other coins), so this type is usually attributed to Malla Janapada.
Scarce billon tetradrachm, Aspavarma (c.15-45 CE), Arpacarajas, Indo-Scythians - King mounted on a horse, holding a whip. Greek legend around ΒΑΣÎΛΕΩΣ ΒΑΣÎΛΕΩΝ ÎΕΓΑΛΟΥ / ΑΖΟY // Pallas Athena holding spear, and triratna symbol. Kharoshthi legend around Imtravarmaputrasa Aspavarmasa strategasa jayatasa ("Victorious strategos (general) Aspavarma, son of Indravarma").
Scarce billon tetradrachm, Aspavarma (c.15-45 CE), Arpacarajas, Indo-Scythians - King mounted on a horse, holding a whip. Greek legend around ΒΑΣÎΛΕΩΣ ΒΑΣÎΛΕΩΝ ÎΕΓΑΛΟΥ / ΑΖΟY // Pallas Athena holding spear, and triratna symbol. Kharoshthi legend around Imtravarmaputrasa Aspavarmasa strategasa jayatasa ("Victorious strategos (general) Aspavarma, son of Indravarma").
Scarce billon tetradrachm, Aspavarma (c.15-45 CE), Arpacarajas, Indo-Scythians - King mounted on a horse, holding a whip. Greek legend around ΒΑΣÎΛΕΩΣ ΒΑΣÎΛΕΩΝ ÎΕΓΑΛΟΥ / ΑΖΟY // Pallas Athena holding spear, and triratna symbol. Kharoshthi legend around Imtravarmaputrasa Aspavarmasa strategasa jayatasa ("Victorious strategos (general) Aspavarma, son of Indravarma").
Scarce billon tetradrachm, Aspavarma (c.15-45 CE), Arpacarajas, Indo-Scythians - King mounted on a horse, holding a whip. Greek legend around ΒΑΣÎΛΕΩΣ ΒΑΣÎΛΕΩΝ ÎΕΓΑΛΟΥ / ΑΖΟY // Pallas Athena holding spear, and triratna symbol. Kharoshthi legend around Imtravarmaputrasa Aspavarmasa strategasa jayatasa ("Victorious strategos (general) Aspavarma, son of Indravarma").
Silver 5-mana, Malla Janapada (where Buddha died), c.600-500 BC, India (R-) - This type is unlisted for Shakya, Ayodhya or Malla (Janapadas which issued this sort of punchmarked coins). Malla, unlike Shakya and Ayodya, used similar symbols of a central dot or square surrounded by crescents (see Rajgor 1121 and other coins), so this type is usually attributed to Malla Janapada.
Silver drachm, c.950-1026, Kabul Shahi in Punjab and Gandhara (Tye #32) - Horseman right, holding banner; Nagari Bhi in the upper left, Adl (?). in Arabic in the upper right / śri samanta deva in Nagari, recumbent zebu bull to left with symbol on rump; to left, star above pellet above crescent.
[#1067155] Coin, Sasanian Kings, Yazdgard I, Drachm, 399-420, BBA, AU(50-53), Si - Coin, Sasanian Kings, Yazdgard I, Drachm, 399-420, BBA, AU(50-53), Silver. Bust to right., Fire altar with ribbons flanked by two attendants., SNS type Ib1/1a var. 5, 41; Göbl type I/1. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts.
RRR "Yashaditya" series silver damma, Ranavigraha, c.710 CE, pre-Islamic Sindh - The "Yashaditya" series coins are usually considered to be Hunnic, but it is very likely incorrect. If so, these coins must date to ca.712-715 CE, and these coins were minted in Southern Punjab (north of Multan) during Jayasimha's short exile which followed the Arab conquest of Sindh and sourthern Punjab.
RRR "Yashaditya" series silver damma, Ranavigraha, c.710 CE, pre-Islamic Sindh - The "Yashaditya" series coins are usually considered to be Hunnic, but it is very likely incorrect. If so, these coins must date to ca.712-715 CE, and these coins were minted in Southern Punjab (north of Multan) during Jayasimha's short exile which followed the Arab conquest of Sindh and sourthern Punjab.
Quality silver jital of Mohamed Bin Sam (1193-1206), Bamiyan?, Ghorids of Ghazna - Horseman right, holding standard. Sri Hamirah ("Amir") around / Bull standing left, partial Sri Mahamada Sama in Nagari. 15mm, 3.59 grams. NM, but probably Bamiyan (?). SKU T1998-53069. He is credited with laying the foundation of Islamic occupation in India that lasted for several centuries.
Quality silver jital of Mohamed Bin Sam (1193-1206), Bamiyan?, Ghorids of Ghazna - Horseman right, holding standard. Sri Hamirah ("Amir") around / Bull standing left, partial Sri Mahamada Sama in Nagari. 15mm, 3.42 grams. NM, but probably Bamiyan (?). SKU T1999-53057. He is credited with laying the foundation of Islamic occupation in India that lasted for several centuries.
Quality silver jital of Mohamed Bin Sam (1193-1206), Bamiyan?, Ghorids of Ghazna - Horseman right, holding standard. Sri Hamirah ("Amir") around / Bull standing left, partial Sri Mahamada Sama in Nagari. 15mm, 3.53 grams. NM, but probably Bamiyan (?). SKU T2000-53058. He is credited with laying the foundation of Islamic occupation in India that lasted for several centuries.
Quality AR jital of Mohamed Bin Sam (1193-1206), Bamiyan?, Ghorids of Ghazna (Ty - Horseman right, holding standard. Sri Hamirah ("Amir") around / Bull standing left, partial Sri Mahamada Sama in Nagari. 15mm, 3.40 grams. NM, but probably Bamiyan (?). SKU T2003-53076. He is credited with laying the foundation of Islamic occupation in India that lasted for several centuries.
Quality AR jital of Mohamed Bin Sam (1193-1206), Bamiyan?, Ghorids of Ghazna (Ty - Horseman right, holding standard. Sri Hamirah ("Amir") around / Bull standing left, partial Sri Mahamada Sama in Nagari. 15mm, 3.43 grams. NM, but probably Bamiyan (?). SKU T2002-53079. He is credited with laying the foundation of Islamic occupation in India that lasted for several centuries.
RRR "Yashaditya" series silver damma, Ranavigraha, c.710 CE, pre-Islamic Sindh - The "Yashaditya" series coins are usually considered to be Hunnic, but it is very likely incorrect. If so, these coins must date to ca.712-715 CE, and these coins were minted in Southern Punjab (north of Multan) during Jayasimha's short exile which followed the Arab conquest of Sindh and sourthern Punjab.
RRR "Yashaditya" series silver damma, Ranavigraha, c.710 CE, pre-Islamic Sindh - The "Yashaditya" series coins are usually considered to be Hunnic, but it is very likely incorrect. If so, these coins must date to ca.712-715 CE, and these coins were minted in Southern Punjab (north of Multan) during Jayasimha's short exile which followed the Arab conquest of Sindh and sourthern Punjab.
RRR "Yashaditya" series silver damma, Ranavigraha, c.710 CE, pre-Islamic Sindh - The "Yashaditya" series coins are usually considered to be Hunnic, but it is very likely incorrect. If so, these coins must date to ca.712-715 CE, and these coins were minted in Southern Punjab (north of Multan) during Jayasimha's short exile which followed the Arab conquest of Sindh and sourthern Punjab.
RRR "Yashaditya" series silver damma, Ranavigraha, c.710 CE, pre-Islamic Sindh - The "Yashaditya" series coins are usually considered to be Hunnic, but it is very likely incorrect. If so, these coins must date to ca.712-715 CE, and these coins were minted in Southern Punjab (north of Multan) during Jayasimha's short exile which followed the Arab conquest of Sindh and sourthern Punjab.
RRR "Yashaditya" series silver damma, Ranavigraha, c.710 CE, pre-Islamic Sindh - The "Yashaditya" series coins are usually considered to be Hunnic, but it is very likely incorrect. If so, these coins must date to ca.712-715 CE, and these coins were minted in Southern Punjab (north of Multan) during Jayasimha's short exile which followed the Arab conquest of Sindh and sourthern Punjab.
Silver damma of Muhammad III, Banu Munabbih, independent Multan, ca.860's CE (FT - Sharada legend "Sri Mihiradeva" // Three dots, stylized Brahmi "Sri" above, Brahmi letters "Ta" and "Pa+" in fields, below "Lillah Muhammad" (or "Lillah Mih")' in arabic. 13mm, 0.48 grams. Fishman/Todd "The Silver Damma" #M59. SKU H64 Muhammad III, whose full name was Muhammad bin al-Qasim bin Munabbih, was the first of the Banu Munabbih (Samid) rulers of Multan - he conquered Multan around 861 AD or so and issued these interesting silver dammas bearing his Hindu epithet "Mihiradeva" ("Sun god") on the reverse. His coins are probably the crudest of all Multani "three-dot" coins, but are still fascinating, as it is completely unexpected for a Muslim Amir to take a Hindu epithet which refers to a very non-Muslim Sun God.
Very rare gold 1/8 ashrafi, Mughal Emperor Humayun (1530-1556), Badakhshan - Extremely rare! Gold 1/8 Ashrafi or 1/20 Mohur of Suleiman Mirza, Sub King in Badakhshan (1529-1584) in the name of the Mughal Emperor Humayun (1530-1556) Shahada / Titles of Humayun; AH date off flan. (different denomination, as 1/4 Ashrafi of Mughal Emperor Humayun). 11mm, 0.50 g. Rare. Cf. Album 2464. SKU T365-52162 The Mirzas were a sub-clan of the Timurids who conquered northern India and established the Mughal empire. Most of the fractional gold of Badakhshan bore the names of the Mughal rulers, Babur, Humayun, and Akbar. The gold denomination is normally quoted as a 1/4 ashrafi of circa 1.0-1.10 grams. This smaller denomination appears to be unpublished.
Rare gold 1/8 Ashrafi, Mughal Emperor Humayun (1530-1556), Badakhshan - Extremely rare! Gold 1/8 Ashrafi or 1/20 Mohur of Suleiman Mirza, Sub King in Badakhshan (1529-1584) in the name of the Mughal Emperor Humayun (1530-1556) Shahada / Titles of Humayun; AH date off flan. (different denomination, as 1/4 Ashrafi of Mughal Emperor Humayun). Excellent VF, much nicer than these usually are. 11mm, 0.37 g. Rare. Cf. Album 2464. SKU T336-52163. The Mirzas were a sub-clan of the Timurids who conquered northern India and established the Mughal empire. Most of the fractional gold of Badakhshan bore the names of the Mughal rulers, Babur, Humayun, and Akbar. The gold denomination is normally quoted as a 1/4 ashrafi of circa 1.0-1.10 grams. This smaller denomination appears to be unpublished.
[#1067158] Coin, Sasanian Kings, Varhran V, Drachm, 420-438, GW, EF(40-45), Silv - Coin, Sasanian Kings, Varhran V, Drachm, 420-438, GW, EF(40-45), Silver. Bust to right., Fire altar flanked by two attendants facing inwards., Sunrise 920 var. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts.
Rare! AE unit (hemidrachm?) of Varahran II Kushanshah (ca.350-356 AD), Harid min - Pehlavi inscription: VaRaHRAN, Bust of the king right, wearing a "ram-horns" crown with an "artichoke" ornament above / Pehlavi inscription: BWRZ'Y NDY YZTY, Half length figure of Ahura-Mazda rising from altar, holding wreath and trident. 15mm, 1.38 grams. Harid mint. MACW 1312-1313. The attribution to Varahran II was made by Mitchiner. It is questioned by some other numismatists (this type is sometimes attributed to "Peroz III of Gandhara", a ruler of a successor-state of Kushanshahs.
Rare! AE unit (hemidrachm?) of Varahran II Kushanshah (ca.350-356 AD), Harid min - Pehlavi inscription: VaRaHRAN, Bust of the king right, wearing a "ram-horns" crown with an "artichoke" ornament above / Pehlavi inscription: BWRZ'Y NDY YZTY, Half length figure of Ahura-Mazda rising from altar, holding wreath and trident. 15mm, 1.21 grams. Harid mint. MACW 1312-1313. The attribution to Varahran II was made by Mitchiner. It is questioned by some other numismatists (this type is sometimes attributed to "Peroz III of Gandhara", a ruler of a successor-state of Kushanshahs.
Rare small drachm of "Prince A" (c.200/250 AD), Kingdom of Elymais - It was reportedly these people were great archers and natives of Susa, which lies to the east of Elymais territory. The provinces of Elymais were Massabatice (later Masabadhan), Corbiane and Gabiane.
AE hemidrachm of Varahran II (c.350-56 AD), Harid, Kushano-Sassanians (Kushansha - Pehlavi inscription: VaRaHRAN, Bust of the king right, wearing a "ram-horns" crown with an "artichoke" ornament above / Pehlavi inscription: BWRZ'Y NDY YZTY, Half length figure of Ahura-Mazda rising from altar, holding wreath and trident. 15mm, 1.39 grams. Harid mint. MACW 1312-1313. SKU x7185-40002 The attribution to Varahran II was made by Mitchiner. It is questioned by some other numismatists (this type is sometimes attributed to "Peroz III of Gandhara", a ruler of a successor-state of Kushanshahs.
Rare! AE unit (hemidrachm?) of Varahran II Kushanshah (ca.350-356 AD), Harid min - Pehlavi inscription: VaRaHRAN, Bust of the king right, wearing a "ram-horns" crown with an "artichoke" ornament above / Pehlavi inscription: BWRZ'Y NDY YZTY, Half length figure of Ahura-Mazda rising from altar, holding wreath and trident. 16mm, 1.44 grams. Harid mint. MACW 1312-1313. The attribution to Varahran II was made by Mitchiner. It is questioned by some other numismatists (this type is sometimes attributed to "Peroz III of Gandhara", a ruler of a successor-state of Kushanshahs.
AE drachm of Hormazd I Kushanshah (ca. 265-295 AD), Harid mint, Kushano-Sassania - Pehlavi inscription: AUHRaMaZDI MaLKA, Bust of the king right, wearing a lion crown / Pehlavi inscription: BWRZ'Y NDY YZTY, Half length figure of Ahura-Mazda rising from altar, holding wreath and trident. 14mmx13mm, 2.26 grams. Harid mint. MACW 1280-1283.
AE drachm of Hormizd I Kushanshah, c. 276-300 CE), Gandhara, Kushano-Sassanians - Bearded bust right wearing lion headdress. Long ribbons flow upward from hair in pleats, behind. Partial ; / Fire altar with 'Gondopharan' symbol on shaft; bust on altar. 18mm, 3.28 grams. Governor 'Meze' (?). Gandhara mint. Cribb SI 19, #35 (Gandharan issues); Gobl Kushan 1125; Mitchiner ACW 1284v. (incorrectly described). Western Kushans were dominated by the Sassanians and issued coins in Sassanian style bearing the name of the Sassanian kings.
AE18 of Shapur I (241-272 AD) (?), Kushano-Sassanians Kingdom - Bearded bust right wearing crown of Shapur. legend. / Fire altar with flames; diadem symbol on altar shaft. 18mm, 4.20 grams. Gandhara mint (?). ; Mitchiner ACW 1267-1268. Rare.Western Kushans were dominated by the Sassanians and issued coins in Sassanian style bearing the name of the Sassanian kings
Rare! AE unit (hemidrachm?) of Varahran II Kushanshah (ca.350-356 AD), Harid min - Pehlavi inscription: VaRaHRAN, Bust of the king right, wearing a "ram-horns" crown with an "artichoke" ornament above / Pehlavi inscription: BWRZ'Y NDY YZTY, Half length figure of Ahura-Mazda rising from altar, holding wreath and trident. 14mm, 1.40 grams. Harid mint. MACW 1312-1313.The attribution to Varahran II was made by Mitchiner. It is questioned by some other numismatists (this type is sometimes attributed to "Peroz III of Gandhara", a ruler of a successor-state of Kushanshahs.
Rare billon tetradrachm of Orodes II (ca.100 AD (??) or another ruler (late 1st - It could have been minted by any of the King reigning during this period. It was reportedly these people were great archers and natives of Susa, which lies to the east of Elymais territory. The provinces of Elymais were Massabatice (later Masabadhan), Corbiane and Gabiane.
Rare billon tetradrachm of Orodes II (ca.100 AD (??) or another ruler (late 1st - It could have been minted by any of the King reigning during this period. It was reportedly these people were great archers and natives of Susa, which lies to the east of Elymais territory. The provinces of Elymais were Massabatice (later Masabadhan), Corbiane and Gabiane.
Rare AE unit (hemidrachm?) of Varahran III Kushanshah (after ca.356 AD), Harid m - Pehlavi inscription: VaRaHRAN, Bust of the king right, wearing a crown with streamers and with an "artichoke" ornament above / No inscriptions, half length figure of Ahura-Mazda rising from altar, holding wreath and trident. 12mm, 1.00 grams. Harid mint. MACW 1324-1325 var. Extremely rare, seems to be unpublished with any kind of readable inscription (such as on this coin). The attribution to Varahran III was made by Mitchiner. It is questioned by some other numismatists, but based on the weights of the known specimen the attribution is probably correct.
Silver drachm of Peroz (457-483 AD), Abrashahr mint, Sassanian Empire - Crowned and cuirassed bust right, crescents on shoulders, stars flanking crown, KAVAT AFZUTU in the right field, star in each field / Fire altar with attendants and ribbon; star and crescent flanking flames. AB (Abrashahr in the province of Aprashahr) mint, undated issue (King's name instead of the regnal date). 26mm, 3.68 grams.Ex.Garth R. Drewry Collection; Ex-CNG.
I14-24 Shahi Kings, "Samanta Deva" Bull / Horseman, Tye 21 scarce issue - "Samanta Deva" Bull / Horseman. Shahi Kings. Tye 21, scarce issue in distinctive style. In particular the face of the horseman is clear with facial detail, rather than a stylized "T" with dots. I will send invoices when needed.
Rare silver square temple token, rupee-weight, Emperor Akbar (1556-1605), Mughal - Inscriptions on both sides. Dated to 961 (=1553 AD - ficticious or error date). Excellent coin, very attractive, thick and heavy (11.6 g). Excellent condition, well-centered. Rare type with error date.Rare temple token - a "1 rupee" token, made of silver and of 1 rupee weight. Used in Hindu temple donations.
Bronze tetradrachm of Vasu Deva I (ca.192-225 AD), Peshawar series, Kushan Empir - King standing left wearing sword, holding trident to right. Right hand lowered to altar; standard above. Bactrian legend / Siva standing beside bull (left) holding trident, tamgha right. Bactrian legend. 22mm, 7.4 grams. Peshawar series, Mitchiner ACW 3369-3470.
Silver drachm of Napki Malka (after ca.576 AD), Turko-Hepthalites in Gandhara - - Bust right wearing bull headdress; SRIO ShAHO and a letter 'A' behind bust, countermark in shape of a small beetle / Attendants and a fire altar, derived fromthe Sassanian coins, two 8-spoked sun wheels in upper fields. Beautiful largecoin, very dark toned silver, 29mm, 3.2 grams. MACW 1491-1494.In 576 Turko-Hepthalites overran the Nezak posessions in Bactrian and Gandhara, and replaced the standard "Nezak Malka" with a new "Napki Malka" type (replacing the Bull crown with this spiky crown).
RRR silver sasnu of Humayun (1530-1556) from Kashmir, Mughal Empire - Al-sultan al-azam muhammed Humayun ghazi // Zarb Kashmir, mint formula in the margins. Dated to 953 AH (1546 CE). 16mm, 6.0 grams. "The coins of the Islamic Sultanates" K-104, R 2853. These coins were minted between 1546 and 1550 by Haidar Dughlat in the name of Humayun. In exceptional condition, RARE and impossible to find!!
Rare SUPERB square silver sasnu of Nazuk Shah, 2nd reign - 1540-1546, Kashmir - Al Sultan al-azam Nadir Shahi in arabic. Date is corrupt. 16mm, 6.1 grams. RARE and in exceptional condition for these!! "The coins of the Islamic Sultanates" K-100.During his second reign Nazuk seems to have changed his name to "Nadir", and his 2nd reign coins were issued under that name.
Rare SUPERB square silver sasnu of Nazuk Shah, 2nd reign - 1540-1546, Kashmir - Al Sultan al-azam Nadir Shahi in arabic. Date is corrupt. 16mm, 6.3 grams. RARE and in exceptional condition for these!! "The coins of the Islamic Sultanates" K-100.During his second reign Nazuk seems to have changed his name to "Nadir", and his 2nd reign coins were issued under that name.
Rare silver square temple token, rupee-weight, Emperor Akbar (1556-1605) - Inscriptions on both sides. Dated to 988 AH = 1580 AD. Excellent coin, very attractive, thick and heavy (12.1 g). Excellent condition, well-centered. Rare type. Rare temple token - a "1 rupee" token, made of silver and of 1 rupee weight. Used in Hindu temple donations.
Scarce silver square temple token, rupee-weight, Emperor Akbar (1556-1605) - Inscriptions on both sides. Dated to 988 AH = 1580 AD. Excellent coin, very attractive, thick and heavy (11.5 g). Excellent condition, well-centered. Scarce.Rare temple token - a "1 rupee" token, made of silver and of 1 rupee weight. Used in Hindu temple donations.
Very Rare! Bronze Stater of Queen Sugandha Rani (902-904 AD), Post-Hephthalite K - Enthroned Ardoxsho facing; Nagari legend Sri-SuGaNdha across field / King standing, Nagari legend DeVya right. 21mm, 5.5 grams. Mitchiner NIS 161-163. Rare! These remarkable and attractive coins are the descendants of the gold and silver Kushan staters, and have a distinction of being the longest-minted issue in history - the Goddess/King design remained virtually unchanged in the 1300+ years history of this issue.
Rare SUPERB square silver sasnu of Nazuk Shah, 2nd reign - 1540-1546, Kashmir - Al Sultan al-azam Nadir Shahi in arabic. Date is corrupt. 16mm, 6.1 grams. RARE and in exceptional condition for these!! "The coins of the Islamic Sultanates" K-100.During his second reign Nazuk seems to have changed his name to "Nadir", and his 2nd reign coins were issued under that name.
Rare SUPERB square silver sasnu of Nazuk Shah, 2nd reign - 1540-1546, Kashmir - Al Sultan al-azam Nadir Shahi in arabic. Date is corrupt. 16mm, 6.1 grams. RARE and in exceptional condition for these!! "The coins of the Islamic Sultanates" K-100.During his second reign Nazuk seems to have changed his name to "Nadir", and his 2nd reign coins were issued under that name.
Rare 1/8th (?) karshapana from Panchala (175-50 BC), India - Panchanla symbols / Ujjain symbols. 9mmx7mm, 0.6 grams. Rare high quality coin, scarce. The Panchalas occupied the country to the east of the Kurus, between the mountains and river Ganga. It roughly corresponded to modern Budaun, Farrukhabad and the adjoining districts of Uttar Pradesh.
Silver punch drachm of Kunala (ca.232-224 BC), Pataliputra mint (G/H 570), Maury - Five punch-mark symbols (see below) / A single punch-mark (peacock on a three-arched hill). Irregular flat silver planchet, 14x13mm, 3.4g. Pataliputra mint. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC VI IV D 25 (#570); MACW 4183-4184.Interesting and unusual style.The Mauryan Empire was India's first great unified empire. It lasted from 321 to 185 BCE, and was ruled by the Mauryan dynasty. At its height it ruled virtually all of northern and central India and parts of Afghanistan and Pakistan.
Silver punch drachm of Kunala (ca.232-224 BC), Pataliputra mint (G/H 570), Maury - Five punch-mark symbols (see below) / A single punch-mark (peacock on a three-arched hill). Irregular flat silver planchet, 14x13mm, 3.4g. Pataliputra mint. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC VI IV D 25 (#570); MACW 4183-4184.Interesting and unusual style.The Mauryan Empire was India's first great unified empire. It lasted from 321 to 185 BCE, and was ruled by the Mauryan dynasty. At its height it ruled virtually all of northern and central India and parts of Afghanistan and Pakistan.
Silver punch drachm of Salisuka (ca.215-202 BC), Pataliputra mint, Mauryan Empir - Five punch-marked symbols / Small bankers' marks. Irregular flat silver planchet, 13mmx11mm, 3.29 grams. Pataliputra mint. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC VI IV A 18 (#543); Mitchiner ACW 4203ff. Salisuka Maurya was a ruler of the Indian Mauryan dynasty. He ruled from 215-202 BCE. He was the successor of Samprati Maurya. The Yuga Purana section of the Gargi Samhita mentions him as wicked, quarrelsome, unrighteous ruler, who cruelly oppressed his subjects.
Silver drachm of Napki Malka (after ca.576 AD), Turko-Hepthalites in Gandhara - - Bust right wearing bull headdress; SRIO ShAHO and a letter 'A' behind bust, countermark in shape of a small beetle / Attendants and a fire altar, two 8-spoked sun wheels in upper fields. Beautiful large coin, very dark toned silver, 29mm, 2.6 grams. MACW 1491-1494. In 576 Turko-Hepthalites overran the Nezak posessions in Bactrian and Gandhara, and replaced the standard "Nezak Malka" with a new "Napki Malka" type (replacing the Bull crown with this spiky crown).
AE drachm of Avatar Chandra Deva (late 15th century AD (?)), Kangra Kingdom - Stylized horseman right / Inscriptions in 3 lines: "Maharaja Sri Avatar Chan Deva". Scarce. Much nicer than these usually are. 14mm, 2.3 grams. "The Catalogue of Katoch rulers of Kangra"#501.Kangra is a district is in the western part of Himachal Pradesh, in the low foothills of the Himalayas. It was the place of an ancient Hindu Kangra Kingdom. The kings of Kangra are almost unknown in history, their existence was shadowy and the dating of their reigns is tentative. Their coins are fairly scarce, not well-studied and difficult to find.
Silver punch drachm of Samprati (ca.216-207 BC), Pataliputra mint (G/H 573), Mau - Five various symbols / Small banker's mark. 16mm, 3.28 grams. Pataliputra mint. Mitchiner ACW 4193; Gupta/Hardaker ISPC VI IV F 26 (#573). Samrati Samprati was an emperor of Maurya dynasty who reigned from ca. 216-207 BCE. He was the son of Ashoka's blind son, Kunala. He succeeded his cousin, Dasharatha as emperor of the Mauryan Empire and ruled almost the entire present-day Indian subcontinent. Emperor Samprati is poorly highlighted in history. He is regarded as the "Jain Ashoka" for his patronage and efforts to spreading Jainism in east India.
Nice silver tanka of Muhammad II (1296-1316 AD), Hadrat Delhi mint, Sultanate of - Arabic inscriptions: Al-sultan al-a'zam ala al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar muhammad shah al-sultan / Arabic Sikandar al-Sani ("The second Alexander") inscription, date (spelled out - 711 AH / 1311 AD). 27mm, 10.83 grams. Mint of Hadrat Delhi. Beautiful HUGE silver coin. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" D-226. Rare with a full date readable. The Delhi Sultanate, or Sulthanath-e-Hind/Sulthanath-e-Dilli refers to the various dynasties that ruled in India from 1210 to 1526. Several Turko-Afghan dynasties ruled from Delhi: the Slave dynasty (1206-90), the Khilji dynasty (1290-1320), the Tughlaq dynasty (1320-1413), the Sayyid dynasty (1414-51), and the Lodi (1451-1526).
Silver rupee of Islam Shah (1545-1552), Narnol mint, Delhi Sultanate, India (D-9 - Al-sultan bin al-sultan jalal al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar islam shah bin sher shah sultan khallada allah mulkahu spread on both sides. Narnol mint. Dated to 960 AH = 1553 AD. Very large, 26mm in diameter, 10.91 grams. "The coins of theIndian Sultanates" D-965, Rajgor 1780.
Rare bronze 1/8th karshapana (ca.150 BC-100 AD), later issues, Sunga Kingdom - Cross left, three-arched hill (chaitya) with crescent, above; railed tree, right / Elephant left; symbol. 11x11mm, 1.1 grams. Mitchiner ACW 4375lThis small cast 1/8th karshapana seems to be an unpublished denomination - it is not unlisted in the standard references and seem to be very rare.
Rare bronze 1/8th karshapana (ca.150 BC-100 AD), later issues, Sunga Kingdom - Cross left, three-arched hill (chaitya) with crescent, above; railed tree, right / Elephant left; symbol. 11x10mm, 0.8 grams. Mitchiner ACW 4375lThis small cast 1/8th karshapana seems to be an unpublished denomination - it is not unlisted in the standard references and seem to be very rare.
Bronze 1/2 karshapana (40 ratti), standing Lakshmi type, Ujjain (ca.150-75 BC) - Lakshmi standing, various devices in field, including a tree-in-railing, 6-armed symboltourine symbol, a river and a sun (only partially seen) / Ujjain symbol with circlues within circles, additional circle next to the Ujjain symbol. 16mm, 3.3 grams. Ujjayini Coins by D.Rajgor #RB 108.
Silver punch drachm of Samprati (ca.216-207 BC), Pataliputra mint (G/H 573), Mau - Five various symbols / Small banker's mark. 16mm, 3.39 grams. Pataliputra mint. Mitchiner ACW 4193; Gupta/Hardaker ISPC VI IV F 26 (#573). Samprati was an emperor of Maurya dynasty who reigned from ca. 216-207 BCE. He was the son of Ashoka's blind son, Kunala. He succeeded his cousin, Dasharatha as emperor of the Mauryan Empire and ruled almost the entire present-day Indian subcontinent. Emperor Samprati is poorly highlighted in history. He is regarded as the "Jain Ashoka" for his patronage and efforts to spreading Jainism in east India.
Unpublished AR karshapana w/3 punchmarks, Chandragupta (c.321-297 BC), Mauryan E - Three punch-mark symbols / One small banker's mark. Irregular flat silver plachet, 18mmx10mm, 3.13 grams. Pataliputra mint. Series V I. Very strange type - instead of the 5 punchmarks, only first three punchmarks were applied on this coin.
AR drachm of Kavadh I (488-532 AD), year 40/527 AD, Nahr Tira, Sassanian Empire - Crowned and cuirassed bust right, crescents on shoulders, stars flanking crown, KAVAT AFZUTU in the right field, star in each field / Fire altar with attendants and ribbon; star and crescent flanking flames, "NHR" mint (Nahr Tira), dated regnal year 40 (=527 AD). 29mm, 4.06 grams. Mitchiner ACW 1011ff.
Extremely nice and rare! Silver punchmarked 1/2 karshapana from Cheitya Janapada - The coins from the hoard from Chhindawara in Madhya Pradesh were recently published by Shtrugan Jain in JNSI. The coins were found on Waiganga river in Chhindawara. Their addtribution is to Chetiya Janapada and is based on the find spots of these types of coins.
Extremely rare! Gold 1/2 fanam (1/4 rupee in gold), Ahmd Shah Bahadur (1748-1754 - 6mm, 0.18 grams. Gutiah mint (?). Herrli "Gold Fanams" - (fanams are not known for this mint. 1/2 fanams are not listed and not illustrated). They were issued in various mints, but are often difficult to attribute because of the mint is not readable or absent.
Unpublished silver 1/2 tanka of "Muzzafar" Shah, ca.1310-1320 AD, Sultanate of D - Bin al-Sultan (A)llah (?). amir al-muminin within a circle, Zarb Hadrat Shahr-i-Nau (?). (possibly Deogir?). in the circular margin, date (721 AH?. (=1320/1321 AD)). 24mm, 4.7 grams. The style of the coin design and the lettering (especially the letters in "Shah") can be dated to to ca.710-720 AH (1310-1320 AD) - the ligation of "sultan" on obverse is very rare and appears only on the coins from this period.
High quality billon 2 ghani of Ghiyath al-Din Balban (1266-1287 AD), Sultanate o - Bilingual inscriptions (reflecting the intersection of Islamic and Hindu cultures): Balban in Arbic in a double circle, Sri Sultan Ghayasadin in nagari around / al-sultan al-azam ghiyath al-dunya wal din in arabic. Two-ghani piece (=2 jitals = jital dugani = 1/24th of a silver tanka). Excellent debased silver coin, decent quality metal. 16mm, 3.55 grams. "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" D-165; Rajgor 927, 930; Mitchiner WOI 2526. The Delhi Sultanate, or Sulthanath-e-Hind/Sulthanath-e-Dilli refers to the various dynasties that ruled in India from 1210 to 1526. Several Turko-Afghan dynasties ruled from Delhi: the Slave dynasty (1206-90), the Khilji dynasty (1290-1320), the Tughlaq dynasty (1320-1413), the Sayyid dynasty (1414-51), and the Lodi (1451-1526).
Silver punch drachm of Kunala (ca.232-224 BC), Mauryan Empire, India (G/H 570) - Five punch-mark symbols (see below) / A single punch-mark (peacock on a three-arched hill). Irregular flat silver planchet, 15mmx13mm, 3.51 grams. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC VI IV D 25 (#570). The Mauryan Empire was India's first great unified empire. It lasted from 321 to 185 BCE, and was ruled by the Mauryan dynasty. At its height it ruled virtually all of northern and central India and parts of Afghanistan and Pakistan.
Extremely nice and rare! Silver punchmarked 1/2 karshapana from Cheitya Janapada - The coins from the hoard from Chhindawara in Madhya Pradesh were recently published by Shtrugan Jain in JNSI. The coins were found on Waiganga river in Chhindawara. Their addtribution is to Chetiya Janapada and is based on the find spots of these types of coins.
Rare Ujjain mint silver punch drachm of Samprati (ca.216-207 BC), Ujjain mint (G - Five punched symbols: 3 figures, rooster on stupa and geometrical symbol / Banker's mark. 14mmx16mm, 3.28 grams. Malwa mint (Ujjain). Mitchiner ACW 4246-4247; Gupta/Hardaker ISPC VII I C 26 (#586) Mitchiner attributes these coins to Samprati, some other authorities attribute this type to Kunala.
Extremely rare! Gold 1/2 fanam (1/4 rupee in gold), Shah Alam II (1759-1806) as - Mintless type. 7mm, 0.18 grams. They were issued in various mints, but are often difficult to attribute because of the mint is not readable or absent. This difficulty in attribution is evident from the fact that these coins were attributed to different States, dynasties, people and governors by various scholars.
Silver tanka of Ghiyas ud-Din Mahmud Shah (939-945 AH/1532-1538 AD), Nusratabad - Inscriptions on both sides: Al-sultan bin-al-sultan ghiyath as dunya wal din abul muzaffar mahmud shah al-sultan bin husain shah al-sultan khallada allah mulkahu wa sultanahu, "Badr Shahi" within a circle on both sides Barbakabad mint, dated to 933 AH = 1526 AD. Excellent large silver coin, very attractive, thick and heavy. Rare mint! 23mm in diameter, 10.74 grams. Nusratabad mint. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B-910 var (different legend arrangement). The "Badr Shahi" coins seem to pre-date Mahmud's reign - it appears than between AH 933 and 939 he took part in governing the Kingdom and was allowed to issue coins in his own name.
Extremely rare! Gold 1/2 fanam (1/4 rupee in gold), Alamgir II (1754-1759), unkn - Unknown mint. 7mm, 0.17 grams. They were issued in various mints, but are often difficult to attribute because of the mint is not readable or absent. This difficulty in attribution is evident from the fact that these coins were attributed to different States, dynasties, people and governors by various scholars.Half-fanams (weighing about 0.17-0.18 grams and equal to 1/64th mohur or 1/4 rupee in gold) are much more rare and more obscure than the whole fanams.
Large silver rupee of Ghiyas Al-Din Bahadur (1555-1560 AD), Bengal Sultanate, In - Inscriptions on both sides: Bahadur Shah bin Muhammed Shah Ghazi khallada allah mulkahu wa sultanahu. No mintmark (probably struck at Lakhnauti). Excellent high grade huge silver coin. Scarce. Large silver coin, measuring 31mm, 11.4 grams. Dated to 967 AH = 1559 AD. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B-967.
Rare punched karshapana of King Agnimitra (ca.75-50 BC), Panchala, India - Standing deity on railing, a pillar on each side / Three "Panchala symbols" in a row, "Agimitasa" in Brahmi in the second line, all deeply incused in a square. 16 mm, 3.96 grams. Excellent condition, as nice as these come! BMC pl.XXIII, #9; Mitchiner ACW #4554-4556.
Bronze "Deba Rupee", 1st issue, issued in ca.1839-1850 in the Kingdom of Bhutan - Bengali inscriptions on both sides, closely copying the older 1/2 rupees from Cooch-Behar, issued by Devendra Narayana (1763-1765) and Rajendra Narayana (1770-1772). This particular coin is made of almost pure copper (not silver or billon), but it can be attributed to the first striking period, ca.1839-1850. 20 mm, 4.20 grams. Nicholas Rhodes, Coinage of Bhutan, #1-12. Quite an exceptional specimen, rare this nice.
AE drachm of Avatar Chandra Deva (late 15th century AD (?)), Kangra Kingdom - Stylized horseman right, letter Sri above horseman / Maharaja Sri Avatar Chan Deva. in Nagari in three lines. Scarce. Much nicer than these usually are. 14mm, 3.4 grams. "The Catalogue of Katoch rulers of Kangra"#501 or similar.Kangra is a district is in the western part of Himachal Pradesh, in the low foothills of the Himalayas. It was the place of an ancient Hindu Kangra Kingdom. The kings of Kangra are almost unknown in history, their existence was shadowy and the dating of their reigns is tentative.Their coins are fairly scarce, not well-studied and difficult to find.
AE drachm of Rupa Chandra I (13th century), Kangra Kingdom, India - Stylized horseman right, Sri above (not visible) / Stylized bull, inscriptions above ("Sri Rupa"), only partially visible, as always. Scarce. Much nicer than these usually are. 13mm, 3.0 grams. "The Catalogue of Katoch rulers of Kangra"#1ff. The kings of Kangra are almost unknown in history, their existence was shadowy and the dating of their reigns is tentative.Their coins are fairly scarce, not well-studied and difficult to find.
Rare heavy 1 1/2 falus (14.12 grams) of Nasir al-din Mahmud I (1458-1511), Gujar - Mahmud Shah al-Sultan within square / Nasir al-dunya wa'l din abu'l fath, date (907 AH / 1501 AD). 18mm, 14.12 grams. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" G-; Rajgor -.This type is unlisted in the standard references, though a number of related (though different) and rare types are known ("The coins of the Indian Sultanates" 174 and 177).
Silver punch drachm of Salisuka (ca.215-202 BC), Pataliputra mint, Mauryan Empir - Five punch-marked symbols / Small bankers' marks. Irregular flat silver planchet, 15mmx10mm, 3.38 grams. Pataliputra mint. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC VI IV A 18 (#543); Mitchiner ACW 4203ff. Salisuka Maurya was a ruler of the Indian Mauryan dynasty. He ruled from 215-202 BCE. He was the successor of Samprati Maurya. The Yuga Purana section of the Gargi Samhita mentions him as wicked, quarrelsome, unrighteous ruler, who cruelly oppressed his subjects.
Extremely rare! Bronze unit of Raja Gunadasena (?) from Banavasi, ca.1st century - SeNa Ra / Five annulets arranged as a cross (imitating the Ujjain symbol?)., bow and a Panchala-style trident. 19mm, 1.01 grams. Unpublished?. The ruler is given the title "RaJa" (?). on this coin, though it seems to be broken in an unusual way.
Rare silver drachm, early Hindu Shahi of Gandhara, India, ca.600-700 AD - "HaSi" - Four dots and various lines, probably representing the extreme degeneration of a bust, Brahmi letters "Ha" and "Si" / Blank. 16mm, 1.15 grams. JONS 201, Fishman type 7A.These obscure coins are not yet properly studied. A number of varieties showing two or three various letters on the obverse are known, but it is not yet known what the letters represent (it is possible that they show the names of the rulers or they might have been a form of a mint control).
Very rare! AE unit (hemidrachm?) of Hormazd I Kushanshah (ca. 265-295 AD), Harid - Pehlavi inscription: AUHRaMaZDI MaLKA, Bust of the king right, wearing a lion crown / Pehlavi inscription: BWRZ'Y NDY YZTY, Half length figure of Ahura-Mazda rising from altar, holding wreath and trident. 15mm, 1.78grams. Harid mint. MACW 1280-1283.
Rare silver drachm, early Hindu Shahi of Gandhara, India, ca.600-700 AD - "HaGu" - Four dots and various lines, probably representing the extreme degeneration of a bust of a horse, Brahmi letters "Ha" and "Gu" / Blank. 16mm, 1.28 grams. JONS 201, Fishman type 9A.The provenance of these coins is uncertain. Most authorities attribute itto 7th century Sind based on the shape of the Brahmi letters and thesimilarity of these coins to the late pre-Islamic and early Islamic coins of Sind. However, attribution to the very late period of Guptas and to the 6th or 7th century Gujarat are also possible.
Silver punch drachm of Samprati (ca.216-207 BC), Pataliputra mint (G/H 573), Mau - Five various symbols / Small banker's mark. 13mmx17mm, 3.08 grams. Pataliputra mint. Mitchiner ACW 4193; Gupta/Hardaker ISPC VI IV F 26 (#573). Samprati was an emperor of Maurya dynasty who reigned from ca. 216-207 BCE. He was the son of Ashoka's blind son, Kunala. He succeeded his cousin, Dasharatha as emperor of the Mauryan Empire and ruled almost the entire present-day Indian subcontinent. Emperor Samprati is poorly highlighted in history. He is regarded as the "Jain Ashoka" for his patronage and efforts to spreading Jainism in east India.
Rare silver karshapana of Pushyamitra Sunga (185-149 BC) or later Sungas, Mathur - Five different punchmarks on obverse / small banker's marks on reverse. 16mm, 3.26 grams. Mathura mint. Gupta/Hardaker 499; MACW 4319-4321. The Sunga dynasty was established in 185 BCE, about 50 years after Ashoka's death, when the king Brhadrata, the last of the Mauryan rulers, was brutally murdered by the then commander-in-chief of the Mauryan armed forces, Pusyamitra Sunga, while he was taking the Guard of Honour of his forces. Pusyamitra Sunga then ascended the throne.
Indo-Sassanian silver drachm, Chaulukya-Paramara series of Saurashtra, Gujarat a - Imitation of large Sassanian silver drachms of Khushrau (7th cent. AD). Very stylized head of Khushrau facing right, degraded inscriptions/ Stylized fire altar with attendants on both sides. 14mm, 4.39 grams, thick. Early issue (from fairly decent silver). Mitchiner 428-430.These coins were minted in Northern India by the Rajput dynasties of Saurashtra and Gujarat and imitated the earlier Sassanian drachms
Extremely rare! Gold 1/2 fanam (1/4 rupee in gold) with "Alamgiri", Alamgir II ( - Mintless type. 7mm, 0.18 grams. Herrli "Gold Fanams" - (similar fanams are listed as number 8.07.15 for Karpa mint, not listed for the mintless types. They were issued in various mints, but are often difficult to attribute because of the mint is not readable or absent. ).
Gold 1/4 Ashrafi or 1/10 Mohur of Suleiman Mirza, Sub King in Badakhshan (1529-1 - Shahada / Babar Badshah (The name of Babur is clear on this coin) n; Extremely rare! 13mm, 0.93 g.Sulaiman issued similar gold coins in the name of Babur, Humayun and Akbar - the ones in the name of Humayun and Akbar are fairly common, while the coins in the name of Babur, like this one, were issued only for a very short period of time (in 1529-1530) and are very rare.The Mirzas were a sub-clan of the Timurids who conquered northern India and established the Mughal empire. Most of the fractional gold of Badakhshan bore the names of the Mughal rulers, Babar, Humayan, and Akbar.
Billon tanka of Fath Khan (after 760 AH / 1359 AD), under Firuz II, Sultanate of - Fath Khan Firuz Shah jall allah zillalahu jalalahu / Fi zaman al-imam amir al-muminin Abu'l Fath al-Mutasid billah khulidat khalifatahu . 19mm, 9.01 grams. Struck after 760 AH. White colour, decent quality billon. "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" D510. This type was issued in the name of Fath Khan, his father Firuz Shah and the reigning Abbasid Caliph of Cairo Abu'l Fath al-Mutasid. Firuz II Tughluq placed his son, Fath Khan, in charge of the Eastern portion of the Sultanate (which later became the independent Sultanate of Jaunpur) in 760 AH and allowed him to strike coins in his own name.
Billon tanka of Fath Khan (after 760 AH / 1359 AD), under Firuz II, Sultanate of - Fath Khan Firuz Shah jall allah zillalahu jalalahu / Fi zaman al-imam amir al-muminin Abu'l Fath al-Mutasid billah khulidat khalifatahu . 19mm, 9.43 grams. Struck after 760 AH. White colour, decent quality billon. "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" D510. This type was issued in the name of Fath Khan, his father Firuz Shah and the reigning Abbasid Caliph of Cairo Abu'l Fath al-Mutasid. Firuz II Tughluq placed his son, Fath Khan, in charge of the Eastern portion of the Sultanate (which later became the independent Sultanate of Jaunpur) in 760 AH and allowed him to strike coins in his own name.
Billon tanka of Sikandar Shah Lodi (1488-1517 AD), Sultanate of Delhi, India (D- - Inscriptions on both sides: Al-mutawakkil alal rahman sikandarshah bahlul shah sultan / fi zaman amir al-mu minin khulidat khilafatuhu. 17mm, 8.97 grams. Angular style and no mint-name. White colour, decent quality billon. "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" D-706.
Bronze kasu, anonymous 18th century issue from Mysore, South India - type with a - Elephant walking left within a dotted border, sun and moon above / Crossed lines and circles. 14mm, 2.76 grams. Uncertain mint. KM #152. This coin is a part of a large issue of various anonymous bronze kasus produced in the 18th century (and probably earlier) at various mints around Mysore. These coins are poorly studied and understood.
Scarce silver tanka of Ala ud-Din Ahmd Shah II (1435-1457 AD) of Gulbarga - Inscriptions on both sides, translating "The gracious and generous Sultan, who is benevolent to the worshippers of Allah, the rich, the protector, the Father of the Conqueror, the glory of the world and the faith, Ahmd Shah son of Ahmd Shah, the governor, the Bahmani"). Dated to 870 AH = 1446 AD. Tankas of this ruler are quite scarce. 26mm, 10.3 grams. Mint of Muhammadabad. "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" BH-83, Rajgor 2605.
EXTREMELY rare and unpublished! Bronze obol of King Talathutha, ca.400-500 AD, K - Enthroned Lakshmi, holding cornucopea / Brahmi inscription Ta La / Thu Tha. 12mm, 0.51 grams. Gobl, Hunnen -; Mitchiner ACW -.This type is completely unpublished, though it is without doubt closely related to the coins of Satrap Tarika (MACW 3626-3628, Gobl 28) and the only known coin of "Kojena" listed on this side. The obverse is derived from the reverses of the Kushan and many Kidarite coins.
Crude type! Bronze drachm, imitaton of Kanishka (circa 127-152 AD) or a later ki - Crude Ardoksho seated facing / King standing, altar at his feet. 16mm, 1.58 grams. Mitchiner ACW -. The feudal and tribal nature of the ancient Central Asian states allowed for substantial independence to be exercised by local governors.
Rare bronze or billon 1/4 drachm of Shahi Tigin, late 7th-early 8th century AD, - Beardless bust right, uncertain partial legend in front of bust / Lakshmi seated under canopy. 12mm, 0.71 grams. Uncertain mint (possibly Kabul). Related to the drachm Gobl Hunnen, Em 240, otherwise completely unpublished.Shahi Tigin can be identified with Tarkhan Nizak who led the Turko-Hephthalite resistance against the Muslims until the time of his death in ca.719 AD.
Light (64 ratti) silver tanka of Nasir al-Din Mahmud Shah I (1458-1511), Mustafa - Inscriptions on both sides: Mahmud Shah al-sultan in a square, date written out in the margin (only partially seen) / Nasir al-dunya wal din abul fath. 16.5mm, 7.55 grams. Struck to 64 rati standard, struck 873-874 AH (1468-1469). Mintless, but almost certainly struck at Mustafabad. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" G152.
Anonymous bronze obol (uncertain type), Kidarites (Red Huns), ca.4th-5th century - During the 5 year reign of Shapur III (383-388 AD), the KushanoSasanian governors of Gandhara had invited the Kidarite tribes into the state to provide protection against other nomadic invaders. The Kidara soon occupied the Kushano-Sasanian domains of Northern Gandhara and Kashmir.
Huge (20.58 grams) paisa of Sher Shah (1538-1545), Narnol mint, Sultanate of Del - Inscriptions on both sides: Sher Shah sultan darb narnol within square, more titles in margins / Fi 'ahd al-amir al-hami, in margins parts of al-sultan al-adil al-din al-dayyan. Dated to 951 AH = 1544 AD. HUGE - 23mm, 20.58 grams. Mint of Narnol. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" D-864, scarce.
Rare silver drachm of Artaxerxes II (ca.60 BC), Persis. HUGE coin, probably over - Diademed bust of king left, wearing crown of Persepolis, monogram right / King attending fire altar, legend around on four sides. 23mm, 3.85 grams. Alram 573; Sear 6212.Huge flan! The coin was found with a group of drachms (all of Artaxerxes II) all seemingly overstruck on Roman Republican denarii. Even though this coin does not show any undertype, the extremely large and thin flan probably indicates that this coin is overstruck on another coin (probably a Roman Republican denarius)
Anonymous silver drachm (without tamgha or countermarks), Alchon Huns - Hephthal - Crowned bust right; four pellets, crude Greek legend mentioning the tribal name below: ALChOON / Fire altar with attendants and ribbon, star and crescent flanking flame. 30mm, 2.59 grams. Gobl, Dokumente Em. 287; Mitchiner ACW 1460-1461.Imitating Sasanian king Peroz. The coins are usually porous and come in low grade - they rarely come as nice this piece! Scarce without any countermarks.
Anonymous silver drachm (with tamgha as a part of the die), Alchon Huns - Hephth - Crowned bust right; tamgha (not countermarked, but engraved on the die) in the right margin, four pellets, crude Greek legend mentioning the tribal name below: ALChOON / Fire altar with attendants and ribbon, star and crescent flanking flame. 31mm, 2.74 grams. Gobl, Dokumente Em. 289; Mitchiner ACW 1463-1464.Imitating Sasanian king Peroz. The coins are usually porous and come in low grade - they rarely come as nice this piece! Scarce without any countermarks.
Lot of 5 bronze drachms, 200-400 AD, Gandhara mint, Kushano-Sassanians - Bust right, with or without s; / Fire altar with various symbols on shaft; bust on altar. 15-17mm, 3 to 4 grams each. Various rulers - the coins are unattributed and are only partially cleaned. The coins pictured are the exact coins you will receive.Western Kushans were dominated by the Sassanians and issued coins in Sassanian style bearing the name of the Sassanian kings.
Rare silver obol of Pakores I (ca.10 BC), Kingdom of Persis - Diademed bust of king left, wearing crown / Bust of the Crown Prince (?) left. 14mm, 0.63 grams. Alram 594.Exceptionally rare with the complete and legible inscriptions on both sides.
Rare silver drachm of Artaxerxes II (ca.60 BC), Persis. HUGE coin, probably over - Diademed bust of king left, wearing crown of Persepolis, monogram right / King attending fire altar, legend around on four sides. 23mm, 3.82 grams. Alram 573; Sear 6212.Huge flan! The coin was found with a group of drachms (all of Artaxerxes II) all seemingly overstruck on Roman Republican denarii (some undertypes were clear enough to allow attribution). The coin shows traces of undertype on the obverse, and its' extremely large and thin flan probably indicates that this coin is overstruck on another coin (probably a Roman Republican denarius).
Rare gold 1/32 mohur of Alamgir II (1754-1759), Balapur mint, Moghul Empire, Ind - Rare gold 1/32 mohur (1/2 gold rupee or 1 fanam) of Emperor Alamgir II (1754-1759), Balapur mint, Moghul Empire, India Crude Inscriptions on both sides - Balapur / Alamgir (mostly off flan) with groups of three dots in fields. 5mm in diameter, 0.32 g. Balapur mint. Krause -; H.Herrli "Gold Fanams" #8.07.53. Excellent tiny coin, rare and hard to find.
Heavy standard silver tanka of Mahmud Shah III (1537-1553), Gujarat Sultanate, I - Legends on both sides: Al-wathiq billah al-mannan nasir al-dunya wa'l din abu'l fath / Mahmud Shah bin Latif Shah al-sultan, the date is in fields. Mintless type, struck at 64-ratti standard. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" G-415, Rajgor-2369.
Anonymous silver drachm (with tamgha as a part of the die), Alchon Huns - Hephth - Crowned bust right; tamgha (not countermarked, but engraved on the die) in the right margin, four pellets, crude Greek legend mentioning the tribal name below: ALChOON / Fire altar with attendants and ribbon, star and crescent flanking flame. 31mm, 3.29 grams. Gobl, Dokumente Em. 289; Mitchiner ACW 1463-1464.Imitating Sasanian king Peroz. The coins are usually porous and come in low grade - they rarely come as nice this piece! Scarce without any countermarks.
Extremely nice and rare! Silver punchmarked 1/2 karshapana from Chhindawara, Che - Four punchmarks - an elephant, two geometric symbols and and interesting large symbol consisting of lines and circles / Blank. 16mmx14mm, 1.65 grams. Rajgor - (similar to series 22 and 26) The coins from the hoard from Chhindawara in Madhya Pradesh. Their addtribution is to Chetiya Janapada and is based on the find spots of these types of coins. This beautiful type is very rare, not previousely published. Chedi (or Chetiya) Janapada, covering parts of Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra, was one of the original 16 Janapadas. Sometimes in ca.4th century, the Vidarbha region (previousely a part of Chetiya) became independent.
Unpublished 2nd symbol! Ujjain mint silver punch drachm of Kunala (ca.232-224 BC - Three punched symbols: 3 figures on a single punchmark and other symbols (see below) / Rooster on stupa symbol. 16mmx10mm, 3.23 grams. Malwa mint (Ujjain). Gupta/Hardaker VII II C 24 var. (#590 var). The second symbol is unike the symbols of this general type known. Unique piece, the only one of this type known. The Mauryan Empire was India's first great unified empire. It lasted from 321 to 185 BCE, and was ruled by the Mauryan dynasty. At its height it ruled virtually all of northern and central India and parts of Afghanistan and Pakistan.
Rare Ujjain mint silver punch drachm of Samprati (ca.216-207 BC), Ujjain mint (G - Five punched symbols: 3 figures, rooster on stupa and geometrical symbol / Banker's mark. 14mmx15mm, 3.11 grams. Malwa mint (Ujjain). Mitchiner ACW 4246-4247; Gupta/Hardaker ISPC VII I C 26 (#586) Mitchiner attributes these coins to Samprati, some other authorities attribute this type to Kunala.
Rare Ujjain mint silver punch drachm of Samprati (ca.216-207 BC), Ujjain mint (G - Five punched symbols: 3 figures, rooster on stupa and geometrical symbol / Banker's mark. 14mmx13mm, 3.36 grams. Malwa mint (Ujjain). Mitchiner ACW 4246-4247; Gupta/Hardaker ISPC VII I C 26 (#586) Mitchiner attributes these coins to Samprati, some other authorities attribute this type to Kunala.
Rare Ujjain mint silver punch drachm of Samprati (ca.216-207 BC), Ujjain mint (G - Five punched symbols: 3 figures, rooster on stupa and geometrical symbol / Banker's mark. 13mmx13mm, 3.34 grams. Malwa mint (Ujjain). Mitchiner ACW 4246-4247; Gupta/Hardaker ISPC VII I C 26 (#586) Mitchiner attributes these coins to Samprati, some other authorities attribute this type to Kunala.
Bronze "Deba Rupee", 1st issue, issued in ca.1839-1850 in the Kingdom of Bhutan - Bengali inscriptions on both sides, closely copying the older 1/2 rupees from Cooch-Behar, issued by Devendra Narayana (1763-1765) and Rajendra Narayana (1770-1772). This particular coin is made of almost pure copper (not silver or billon), but it can be attributed to the first striking period, ca.1839-1850. 21 mm, 3.68 grams. Nicholas Rhodes, Coinage of Bhutan, #1-12. Quite an exceptional specimen, rare this nice.
Bronze "Deba Rupee", 1st issue, issued in ca.1839-1850 in the Kingdom of Bhutan - Bengali inscriptions on both sides, closely copying the older 1/2 rupees from Cooch-Behar, issued by Devendra Narayana (1763-1765) and Rajendra Narayana (1770-1772). This particular coin is made of almost pure copper (not silver or billon), but it can be attributed to the first striking period, ca.1839-1850. 20 mm, 4.64 grams. Nicholas Rhodes, Coinage of Bhutan, #1-12. Quite an exceptional specimen, rare this nice.
Nice billon 2 ghani of Jalal al-Din Firuz (1290-1296 AD), Sultanate of Delhi, In - Al-sultan al-azam jalal al-dunya wal din in arabic. 17mm, 3.17 grams. "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" D-200; Rajgor 963, 966. The Delhi Sultanate, or Sulthanath-e-Hind/Sulthanath-e-Dilli refers to the various dynasties that ruled in India from 1210 to 1526.
High quality bronze tanka (bahloli) of Humayun (1530-1556), Mughal Empire, 943 A - Humayun (March 6, 1508 - February 22, 1556), second Mughal Emperor, and ruled in India from 1530-1540 and 1555-1556. Humayun succeeded his father Baber in India in 1530, while his brother Kamran obtained the sovereignty of Kabul and Lahore.
Nice ancient Hunnic (Kidarite) imitation of late Kushan coin, North India, 3rd-5 - Very crude King standing / Siva standing beside bull. 17mm, 2.87 grams. These coins were probably issued by Kidarites (Red Huns) in Northern India in the 4th century or so. These coins are crude but very interesting, as numerous varieties of these coins exist.
Silver drachm of Khushru II (590-627 AD), uncertain mint NB, 626 AD, Sassanian E - Crowned bust of Khushru II right, HARAMAN AZFUT in script in the left field, KHUSHRUI in script in the right field / Fire altar and two attendants, regnal year (year 37 = 626 AD) and mint ("NB"= uncertain mint). Large silver coin, measuring 31mm, 4.08 grams. MACW 1212. Struck on a large flan, beautiful condition! Ex-CNG; Ex.Garth R. Drewry Collection.
Rare! AE unit (hemidrachm?) of Varahran II Kushanshah (ca.350-356 AD), Harid min - Pehlavi inscription: VaRaHRAN, Bust of the king right, wearing a "ram-horns" crown with an "artichoke" ornament above / Pehlavi inscription: BWRZ'Y NDY YZTY, Half length figure of Ahura-Mazda rising from altar, holding wreath and trident. 15mm, 1.66 grams. Harid mint. MACW 1312-1313.The attribution to Varahran II was made by Mitchiner. It is questioned by some other numismatists (this type is sometimes attributed to "Peroz III of Gandhara", a ruler of a successor-state of Kushanshahs.
Nice silver tanka of Muhammad II (1296-1316 AD), Hadrat Delhi mint, Sultanate of - Arabic inscriptions: Al-sultan al-a'zam ala al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar muhammad shah al-sultan / Arabic Sikandar al-Sani ("The second Alexander") inscription, date (spelled out - 708 AH / 1308 AD). 27mm, 10.32 grams. Mint of Hadrat Delhi. Beautiful HUGE silver coin. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" D-226. Rare with a full date readable. The Delhi Sultanate, or Sulthanath-e-Hind/Sulthanath-e-Dilli refers to the various dynasties that ruled in India from 1210 to 1526. Several Turko-Afghan dynasties ruled from Delhi: the Slave dynasty (1206-90), the Khilji dynasty (1290-1320), the Tughlaq dynasty (1320-1413), the Sayyid dynasty (1414-51), and the Lodi (1451-1526).
High quality bronze tanka (bahloli) of Humayun (1530-1556), Mughal Empire, 941 A - Humayun (March 6, 1508 - February 22, 1556), second Mughal Emperor, and ruled in India from 1530-1540 and 1555-1556. Humayun succeeded his father Baber in India in 1530, while his brother Kamran obtained the sovereignty of Kabul and Lahore.
Rare silver stater, Ajaya Deva (ca.1110-1125), Chahamanas of Sakambhari, Rajput - Four-armed Lakshmi seated facing / Two lines in Brahmi: Sri Aja/ya Deva. 16mm, 4.32 grams. Rare. Mitchiner NIS 456-457. Very unusual type with very crude crooked inscriptions on reverse. The Chahamanas of Sakambhari, at least in the 12th centrury, distinguished themselves by successfully fighting the Muslem invaders from Ghazni. At times, they were vassals of the Chaulukyas.
Extremely nice and rare! Silver punchmarked 1/2 karshapana from Chhindawara, Che - Four punchmarks - an elephant, two geometric symbols and and interesting large symbol consisting of lines and circles / Blank. 17mmx13mm, 1.71 grams. Rajgor - (similar to series 22 and 26) The coins from the hoard from Chhindawara in Madhya Pradesh were recently published by Shtrugan Jain in JNSI. The coins were found on Waiganga river in Chhindawara. Their addtribution is to Chetiya Janapada and is based on the find spots of these types of coins. This beautiful type is very rare, not previousely published. Chedi (or Chetiya) Janapada, covering parts of Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra, was one of the original 16 Janapadas. Sometimes in ca.4th century, the Vidarbha region (previousely a part of Chetiya) became independent.
High quality bronze tanka (bahloli) of Humayun (1530-1556), Mughal Empire, 938 A - Humayun (March 6, 1508 - February 22, 1556), second Mughal Emperor, and ruled in India from 1530-1540 and 1555-1556. Humayun succeeded his father Baber in India in 1530, while his brother Kamran obtained the sovereignty of Kabul and Lahore.
High quality bronze tanka (bahloli) of Humayun (1530-1556), Mughal Empire, 939 A - Humayun (March 6, 1508 - February 22, 1556), second Mughal Emperor, and ruled in India from 1530-1540 and 1555-1556. Humayun succeeded his father Baber in India in 1530, while his brother Kamran obtained the sovereignty of Kabul and Lahore.
Silver tanka of Shams Al-Din Ilyas (1342-1357 AD), al-Balad Firuzabad, Bengal Su - Inscriptions on both sides: Al-Sultan al-adil shms al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar ilyas shah al-sultan / Sikandar al-thani yamin al-khalifa amir al-muminin. Al-baldat Firuzabad mint. Large silver coin, measuring 25mm, 10.83 grams. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B-151.
High quality bronze tanka (bahloli) of Humayun (1530-1556), Mughal Empire, 943 A - Humayun (March 6, 1508 - February 22, 1556), second Mughal Emperor, and ruled in India from 1530-1540 and 1555-1556. Humayun succeeded his father Baber in India in 1530, while his brother Kamran obtained the sovereignty of Kabul and Lahore.
High quality bronze tanka (bahloli) of Humayun (1530-1556), Mughal Empire, 943 A - Humayun (March 6, 1508 - February 22, 1556), second Mughal Emperor, and ruled in India from 1530-1540 and 1555-1556. Humayun succeeded his father Baber in India in 1530, while his brother Kamran obtained the sovereignty of Kabul and Lahore.
Bronze "Deba Rupee", 1st issue, issued in ca.1839-1850 in the Kingdom of Bhutan - Bengali inscriptions on both sides, closely copying the older 1/2 rupees from Cooch-Behar, issued by Devendra Narayana (1763-1765) and Rajendra Narayana (1770-1772). This particular coin is made of almost pure copper (not silver or billon), but it can be attributed to the first striking period, ca.1839-1850. 21 mm, 3.70 grams. Nicholas Rhodes, Coinage of Bhutan, #1-12. Quite an exceptional specimen, rare this nice.
Scarce bronze falus possibly struck between the two reigns of Baz Bahadur in 156 - Inscriptions on both sides: Fi al-tarikh (date off flan) / [Man]du. Thick square planchet. 14mmx14mm, 6.51 grams. "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" -; Rajgor -. This enigmatic type was probably issued in the period after the initial deposition of Baz Bahadur and the time when he regained the throne, or during some other even in these times when Malwa was overrun by the more powerful neighbours. Coins from this period from Ujjain are known, this is the first coin from Mandu I've seen. It seems to be unlisted in the standard catalogues.
Bronze "Deba Rupee", 1st issue, issued in ca.1839-1850 in the Kingdom of Bhutan - Bengali inscriptions on both sides, closely copying the older 1/2 rupees from Cooch-Behar, issued by Devendra Narayana (1763-1765) and Rajendra Narayana (1770-1772). This particular coin is made of almost pure copper (not silver or billon), but it can be attributed to the first striking period, ca.1839-1850. 20 mm, 4.10 grams. Nicholas Rhodes, Coinage of Bhutan, #1-12. Quite an exceptional specimen, rare this nice.
Silver rupee of Islam Shah (1545-1552), Biana mint, Delhi Sultanate, India (D-96 - Al-sultan bin al-sultan jalal al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar islam shah bin sher shah sultan khallada allah mulkahu spread on both sides, mint and Caliphs in the margins. Biana mint. Dated to 95x AH. Very large, 25.5mm in diameter, 11.00 grams. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" D-969, Rajgor -.
Silver drachm of King Kumaragupta I (414-455 AD), Western provinces Garuda type, - Bust of king, right / Formalized Garuda standing facing with spread wings. The early Gupta drachmas were derived from the earlier coins of Kshatrapas (obverse was practically unchanged, while the mountain on reverse was replaced with the image of Garuda).
Lot of 3 quality bronze drachms, various rulers, 12th-16th centuries, Kangra Kin - Lot of 3 coins of various rulers. All of horseman/bull or horseman/inscriptions types. All can be easily attributed and of excellent quality. 13-16mm in diameter, 2 to 3 grams each. Nice lot.Kangra is a district is in the western part of Himachal Pradesh, in the low foothills of the Himalayas. It was the place of an ancient Hindu Kangra Kingdom. The kings of Kangra are almost unknown in history, their existence was shadowy and the dating of their reigns is tentative.Their coins are fairly scarce, not well-studied and difficult to find.
Silver tanka of Shams Al-Din Ilyas (1342-1357 AD), al-Balad Firuzabad, Bengal Su - Inscriptions on both sides: Al-Sultan al-adil shms al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar ilyas shah al-sultan / Sikandar al-thani yamin al-khalifa amir al-muminin. Al-baldat Firuzabad mint. Large silver coin, measuring 25mm, 10.61 grams. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B-151.
Bronze "Deba Rupee", 1st issue, issued in ca.1839-1850 in the Kingdom of Bhutan - Bengali inscriptions on both sides, closely copying the older 1/2 rupees from Cooch-Behar, issued by Devendra Narayana (1763-1765) and Rajendra Narayana (1770-1772). This particular coin is made of almost pure copper (not silver or billon), but it can be attributed to the first striking period, ca.1839-1850. 20 mm, 3.25 grams. Nicholas Rhodes, Coinage of Bhutan, #1-12. Quite an exceptional specimen, rare this nice.
Silver tanka of Shams Al-Din Ilyas (1342-1357 AD), al-Balad Firuzabad, Bengal Su - Inscriptions on both sides: Al-Sultan al-adil shms al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar ilyas shah al-sultan / Sikandar al-thani yamin al-khalifa amir al-muminin. Al-baldat Firuzabad mint. Large silver coin, measuring 25mm, 10.61 grams. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B-151.
Bronze "Deba Rupee", 1st issue, issued in ca.1839-1850 in the Kingdom of Bhutan - Bengali inscriptions on both sides, closely copying the older 1/2 rupees from Cooch-Behar, issued by Devendra Narayana (1763-1765) and Rajendra Narayana (1770-1772). This particular coin is made of almost pure copper (not silver or billon), but it can be attributed to the first striking period, ca.1839-1850. 20 mm, 3.30 grams. Nicholas Rhodes, Coinage of Bhutan, #1-12. Quite an exceptional specimen, rare this nice.
Nice ancient Hunnic (Kidarite) imitation of late Kushan coin, North India, 3rd-5 - Very crude King standing / Siva standing beside bull. 20mm, 3.44 grams. These coins were probably issued by Kidarites (Red Huns) in Northern India in the 4th century or so. These coins are crude but very interesting, as numerous varieties of these coins exist.
Silver tanka of Shams Al-Din Ilyas (1342-1357 AD), al-Balad Firuzabad, Bengal Su - Inscriptions on both sides: Al-Sultan al-adil shms al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar ilyas shah al-sultan / Sikandar al-thani yamin al-khalifa amir al-muminin. Al-baldat Firuzabad mint. Large silver coin, measuring 25mm, 10.50 grams. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B-151.
Bronze "Deba Rupee", 1st issue, issued in ca.1839-1850 in the Kingdom of Bhutan - Bengali inscriptions on both sides, closely copying the older 1/2 rupees from Cooch-Behar, issued by Devendra Narayana (1763-1765) and Rajendra Narayana (1770-1772). This particular coin is made of almost pure copper (not silver or billon), but it can be attributed to the first striking period, ca.1839-1850. 21 mm, 4.70 grams. Nicholas Rhodes, Coinage of Bhutan, #1-12. Quite an exceptional specimen, rare this nice.
Bronze "Deba Rupee", 1st issue, issued in ca.1839-1850 in the Kingdom of Bhutan - Bengali inscriptions on both sides, closely copying the older 1/2 rupees from Cooch-Behar, issued by Devendra Narayana (1763-1765) and Rajendra Narayana (1770-1772). This particular coin is made of almost pure copper (not silver or billon), but it can be attributed to the first striking period, ca.1839-1850. 20 mm, 4.76 grams. Nicholas Rhodes, Coinage of Bhutan, #1-12. Quite an exceptional specimen, rare this nice.
Billon tanka of Firuz (1351-1388 AD) dated to 764 AH/1362 AD, Sultanate of Delhi - Inscriptions on both sides, Firuz shah sultani darabat bi-hadrat dehli / Al-khalifat amir al-mu minin khulidat khilafatuhu. 17mm, 8.79 grams. Dated to 764 AH =1362 AD. Hadrat Dehli mint. White colour, decent quality billon. "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" D-473.
Nice tanka (bahloli) of Humayun (1530-1556), Mughal Empire, 941 AH / 1534 AD - D - Humayun (March 6, 1508 - February 22, 1556), second Mughal Emperor, and ruled in India from 1530-1540 and 1555-1556. Humayun succeeded his father Baber in India in 1530, while his brother Kamran obtained the sovereignty of Kabul and Lahore.
Rare AE hemidrachm of Varahran II Kushanshah (c.350-56 AD), Harid, Kushano-Sassa - Pehlavi inscription: VaRaHRAN, Bust of the king right, wearing a "ram-horns" crown with an "artichoke" ornament above / Pehlavi inscription: BWRZ'Y NDY YZTY, Half length figure of Ahura-Mazda rising from altar, holding wreath and trident. 15mm, 1.58 grams. Harid mint. MACW 1312-1313. The attribution to Varahran II was made by Mitchiner. It is questioned by some other numismatists (this type is sometimes attributed to "Peroz III of Gandhara", a ruler of a successor-state of Kushanshahs.
Lot of 3 quality bronze drachms, various rulers, 12th-16th centuries, Kangra Kin - Lot of 3 coins of various rulers. All of horseman/bull or horseman/inscriptions types. All can be easily attributed and of excellent quality. 13-16mm in diameter, 2 to 3 grams each. Nice lot.Kangra is a district is in the western part of Himachal Pradesh, in the low foothills of the Himalayas. It was the place of an ancient Hindu Kangra Kingdom. The kings of Kangra are almost unknown in history, their existence was shadowy and the dating of their reigns is tentative.Their coins are fairly scarce, not well-studied and difficult to find.
Silver rupee of Islam Shah (1545-1552), Shergarh Bakar mint, Delhi Sultanate, In - Al-sultan bin al-sultan jalal al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar islam shah bin sher shah sultan khallada allah mulkahu spread on both sides, mint and Caliphs in the margins. Shergarh Bakar mint. Dated to 952 AH / 1545 AD. Very large, 25.5mm in diameter, 11.00 grams. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" D-975, Rajgor 1772.
Silver drachm of Khushru II (590-627 AD), Gondishapuhr mint, 622 AD, Sassanian E - Crowned bust of Khushru II right, HARAMAN AZFUT in script in the left field, KHUSHRUI in script in the right field / Fire altar and two attendants, regnal year (year 33 = 622 AD) and mint ("GN" = Gondishapuhr mint in Khuzastan. Large silver coin, measuring 31.5mm, 4.09 grams. MACW 1111ff. Struck on a large flan, beautiful condition! Ex-CNG; Ex.Garth R. Drewry Collection.
Silver drachm of Khushru II (590-627 AD), uncertain mint AM, 624 AD, Sassanian E - Crowned bust of Khushru II right, HARAMAN AZFUT in script in the left field, KHUSHRUI in script in the right field / Fire altar and two attendants, regnal year (year 35 = 624 AD) and mint ("AM" = uncertain mint). Large silver coin, measuring 31mm, 4.08 grams. MACW 1209-1210. Struck on a large flan, beautiful condition! Ex-CNG; Ex.Garth R. Drewry Collection.
Unique type with an unpublished symbol! Silver punch drachm of Mahapadma Nanda a - Five punch-marked symbols (see below) / Bankers' marks. Irregular flat silver plachet, 14x18mm, 3.1 grams. Hardaker ISPC series IV XXXII A, unpublished fifth symbol! The core of the kingdom was that portion of Bihar lying south of the Ganges, with its capital at Rajagriha (modern Rajgir).
Silver punch drachm of Mahapadma Nanda and his successors (ca.345-320 BC), G/H # - Five punch-marked symbols (see below) / Blank. Irregular flat silver plachet, 20x18mm, 3.1 grams. Hardaker ISPC series IV XXXII A 3 (#444). The core of the kingdom was that portion of Bihar lying south of the Ganges, with its capital at Rajagriha (modern Rajgir).
Silver drachm of Khushru II (590-627 AD), Guey (Jayy) mint, 620 AD, Sassanian Em - Crowned bust of Khushru II right, HARAMAN AZFUT in script in the left field, KHUSHRUI in script in the right field / Fire altar and two attendants, regnal year (year 31 = 620 AD) and mint ("GI" = Guey (Jayy) mint in Mad Province. Large silver coin, measuring 31mm, 4.06 grams. MACW 1111ff. Struck on a large flan, beautiful condition! Ex-CNG; Ex.Garth R. Drewry Collection.
Anonymous AE7, ca.1st century AD, Ujjain mint, Satavahana Empire - Elephant/Bull - Elephant standing right, Ujjain symbol and swastika in fields / Bull walking right . 8x9mm, 0.75 grams. Rajgor Ujjayini Coins -; MACW -.These small coins combining the symbols of the Satavahans and the Ujjain were issued in ca.1st century and early 2nd century AD, before the area fell under the controld of the Western Kshatrapas (Indo-Sakas). These coins are very poorly studied, and though quite a few varieties of these exist, most of them, like this coin, seem to be unpublished .
Silver punch karshapana with a cobra, period of Mahapadma Nanda and his sons (ca - Five punch-marked symbols (see below) / Blank. Oval flat silver plachet, 20x13mm, 3.31 grams. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC series IVd, IV XXXI G1 (#416).These silver coins with various punchmarks are the earliest silver Indian coins.Magadha was an ancient kingdom in India, mentioned in both the Ramayana and the Mahabharata. It was also one of the four main kingdoms of India at the time of Buddha, having risen to power during the reigns of Bimbisara (c. 544-491 BCE)and his son Ajatashatru (c. 491-460 BCE). The core of the kingdom was that portion of Bihar lying south of the Ganges, with its capital atRajagriha (modern Rajgir). Magadha expanded to include most of Biharand parts of Bengal with the conquest of Anga, and then expanded up theGanges valley annexing Kosala and Kashi.
Lot of 3 quality bronze drachms, various rulers, 12th-16th centuries, Kangra Kin - Lot of 3 coins of various rulers. All of horseman/bull or horseman/inscriptions types. All can be easily attributed and of excellent quality. 13-16mm in diameter, 2 to 3 grams each. Nice lot. Kangra is a district is in the western part of Himachal Pradesh, in the low foothills of the Himalayas. It was the place of an ancient Hindu Kangra Kingdom. The kings of Kangra are almost unknown in history, their existence was shadowy and the dating of their reigns is tentative.Their coins are fairly scarce, not well-studied and difficult to find.
Lot of 5 quality bronze drachms, various rulers, 12th-16th centuries, Kangra Kin - Lot of 5 coins of various rulers. All of horseman/bull or horseman/inscriptions types. All can be easily attributed and of excellent quality. 13-16mm in diameter, 2 to 3 grams each. Nice lot.Kangra is a district is in the western part of Himachal Pradesh, in the low foothills of the Himalayas. It was the place of an ancient Hindu Kangra Kingdom. The kings of Kangra are almost unknown in history, their existence was shadowy and the dating of their reigns is tentative.Their coins are fairly scarce, not well-studied and difficult to find.
Lot of 3 quality bronze drachms, various rulers, 12th-16th centuries, Kangra Kin - Lot of 3 coins of various rulers. All of horseman/bull or horseman/inscriptions types. All can be easily attributed and of excellent quality. 13-16mm in diameter, 2 to 3 grams each. Nice lot.Kangra is a district is in the western part of Himachal Pradesh, in the low foothills of the Himalayas. It was the place of an ancient Hindu Kangra Kingdom. The kings of Kangra are almost unknown in history, their existence was shadowy and the dating of their reigns is tentative.Their coins are fairly scarce, not well-studied and difficult to find.
Silver drachm of King Kumaragupta I (414-455 AD), Western provinces Garuda type, - Bust of king, right / Formalized Garuda standing facing with spread wings. The early Gupta drachmas were derived from the earlier coins of Kshatrapas (obverse was practically unchanged, while the mountain on reverse was replaced with the image of Garuda).
Lot of 3 quality bronze drachms, various rulers, 12th-16th centuries, Kangra Kin - Lot of 3 coins of various rulers. All of horseman/bull or horseman/inscriptions types. All can be easily attributed and of excellent quality. 13-16mm in diameter, 2 to 3 grams each. Nice lot.Kangra is a district is in the western part of Himachal Pradesh, in the low foothills of the Himalayas. It was the place of an ancient Hindu Kangra Kingdom. The kings of Kangra are almost unknown in history, their existence was shadowy and the dating of their reigns is tentative.Their coins are fairly scarce, not well-studied and difficult to find.
Scarce bronze 1/4th tanka of Sikandar Shah Lodi (1488-1517), 898 AH / 1492 AD, S - Partial Inscriptions on both sides: Al-mutawakkil alal rahman sikandarshah bahlul shah sultan / fi zaman amir al-mu minin khulidat khilafatuhu. Dated to [8]98 AH / 1492 AD. 9mm, 1.68 grams. "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" D709. Rare.
Silver tanka of Shams Al-Din Ilyas (743-758 AH / 1342-1357 AD), al-Balad Firuzab - Inscriptions on both sides: Al-Sultan al-adil shms al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar ilyas shah al-sultan / Sikandar al-thani yamin al-khalifa amir al-muminin. Al-baldat Firuzabad mint. Large silver coin, measuring 25mm, 10.69 grams. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B-152.
Rare type! Billon tanka of Fath Khan (after 760 AH / 1359 AD), under Firuz II, S - Fath Khan Firuz Shah jall allah zillalahu jalalahu / Fi zaman al-imam amir al-muminin Abu Abd-Allah billah khulidat khalifatahu . 19mm, 8.78 grams. Struck after 760 AH. White colour, decent quality billon. "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" D511. Rare! The rarest type of all Fath Khan's tankas, descripbed but not pictured in "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates". This type was issued in the name of Fath Khan, his father Firuz Shah and the reigning Abbasid Caliph of Cairo Abu Abd-Allah. Firuz II Tughluq placed his son, Fath Khan, in charge of the Eastern portion of the Sultanate (which later became the independent Sultanate of Jaunpur) in 760 AH and allowed him to strike coins in his own name.
Silver rupee of Islam Shah (1545-1552), Gwaliar mint, Delhi Sultanate, India (D- - Al-sultan bin al-sultan jalal al-dunya wa'l din abu'l muzaffar islam shah bin sher shah sultan khallada allah mulkahu spread on both sides, mint and Caliphs in the margins. Gwaliar mint. Dated to 956 AH / 1549 AD. Very large, 28mm in diameter, 10.97 grams. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" D-961, Rajgor 1777.
AE tanka (bahloli) of Humayun (1530-1556), Mughal Empire, 940 AH, Dar-Ul-Khalifa - Bronze tanka (bahloli) of Humayun (1530-1556), Mughal Empire, 940 AH / 1533 AD - Dar-Ul-Khalifat Agra mint, type with a knot. Humayun (March 6, 1508 - February 22, 1556), second Mughal Emperor, and ruled in India from 1530-1540 and 1555-1556.
Silver punch drachm, Nanda Empire (c.345-320 BC), Magadha, India (G/H 471) - Five punch-marked symbols (see below) / Blank. Irregular flat silver planchet, 18mmx14mm, 3.21 grams. Hardaker ISPC series IV XXXV A 17 (#471). These silver coins with various punchmarks are the earliest silver Indian coins. Magadha was an ancient kingdom in India, mentioned in both the Ramayana and the Mahabharata. It was also one of the four main kingdoms of India at the time of Buddha, having risen to power during the reigns of Bimbisara (c. 544-491 BCE) and his son Ajatashatru (c. 491-460 BCE). The core of the kingdom was that portion of Bihar lying south of the Ganges, with its capital at Rajagriha (modern Rajgir). Magadha expanded to include most of Bihar and parts of Bengal with the conquest of Anga, and then expanded up the Ganges valley annexing Kosala and Kashi.
High quality bronze tanka (bahloli) of Humayun (1530-1556), Mughal Empire, 942 A - Humayun (March 6, 1508 - February 22, 1556), second Mughal Emperor, and ruled in India from 1530-1540 and 1555-1556. Humayun succeeded his father Baber in India in 1530, while his brother Kamran obtained the sovereignty of Kabul and Lahore.
AE tanka of Humayun (1530-1556), Mughal Empire, 942 AH / 1535 AD - Dar-Ul-Aman A - Humayun (March 6, 1508 - February 22, 1556), second Mughal Emperor, and ruled in India from 1530-1540 and 1555-1556. Humayun succeeded his father Baber in India in 1530, while his brother Kamran obtained the sovereignty of Kabul and Lahore.
Silver tanka of Masud (1242-1246 AD), Hadrat Dehli mint, Sultanate of Delhi, Ind - Arabic inscriptions on both sides: Al-sultan al-azzam ala al-dunya wal din abul muzaffar masud shah ibn sultan / Arabic inscriptions, citing Caliph al-Mustasim, date and mint name in the margins. 27mm, 10.86 grams. Hadrat Delhi mint. "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" D-121.
Rare silver drachm, early Hindu Shahi of Gandhara, India, ca.600-700 AD - "HaVa" - Four dots and various lines, probably representing the extreme degeneration of a bust of a horse, Brahmi letters "Ha" and "Va" / Blank. 16mm, 1.24 grams. JONS 201, Fishman type 4A.The provenance of these coins is uncertain. Most authorities attribute itto 7th century Sind based on the shape of the Brahmi letters and thesimilarity of these coins to the late pre-Islamic and early Islamic coins of Sind.
Rare 1/2 karshapana from Surasena Janapada (ca.400-350 BC), Ancient India (R-118 - One large punch-mark on obverse, depicting an animal standing right, surrounded by a number of minor symbols / blank. 11x9mm, thick, 1.66 grams, rare. Rajgor 1187 var. Surasena was one of the sixteen original Mahajanapadas of the Buddhist chronicles. The name of that country is derived for the name of Sura, the King of Surasena and the father of Vasudeva and Kunti. The location is at Braj, the region around Mathura in Uttar Pradesh. The history of this Janapada is is very obscure - the ruling family is known to have styled itself "Yadava" family, and that some of their kings were cloely related to the royal family of Avanti. Around 350 AD Surasena was conquered by Mahapadma Nana of Magadha.
AE 1/2 kakini of 10-ratti of Ganapati Naga, ca.340 AD, Nagas of Narwar, India - - Humped bull standing left / Maharaja Gane in a circle in Brahmi. 10mm, 1.08 grams. Mitchiner 4739-4753. The Naga Kings held a large territory in Malwa and other regions (expending their territory as far as Mathura in the middle of the third century AD by taking it from the weakening Kushans). The last of the Nagas, Ganapati Naga, submitted to the Gupta Emperor Samudragupta.
Scarce silver 6-ghani of Muhammed bin Tughluq (1325-1351), Sultanate of Delhi, I - Inscriptions on both sides: Al-Raji Rahmat allah al-qarim ("Hoping for the mercy of Allah the Beneficient") / Muhammed bin Tughluqshah and date written out (only partially seen). 16mm, 3.23grams. "The coins of the Indian Sultanates" #D377, Rajgor 1155 (wrong illustration). Rarer type, difficult to find. Not completely cleaned.
Scarcer tanka of Nasir al-Din Mahmud (1246-1266), Sultanate of Delhi, India (D-1 - Arabic inscriptions on both sides: Al-sultan al-azzam Nasir al-dunya wal din abul muzaffar Mahmud ibn sultan / Arabic inscriptions, citing Caliph al-Mustansir, date and mint name in the margins. Mint of Delhi. 28mm, 10.96 grams. "The Coin sof the Indian Sultanates" D-138, Rajgor 918. The Delhi Sultanate, or Sulthanath-e-Hind/Sulthanath-e-Dilli refers to the various dynastiesthat ruled in India from 1210 to 1526. Several Turko-Afghan dynastiesruled from Delhi: the Slave dynasty (1206-90), the Khilji dynasty(1290-1320), the Tughlaq dynasty (1320-1413), the Sayyid dynasty(1414-51), and the Lodi (1451-1526).
Rare date - bronze tanka (bahloli) of Humayun (1530-1556), Mughal Empire, 944 AH - Humayun (March 6, 1508 - February 22, 1556), second Mughal Emperor, and ruled in India from 1530-1540 and 1555-1556. Humayun succeeded his father Baber in India in 1530, while his brother Kamran obtained the sovereignty of Kabul and Lahore.
Silver tanka of Sikandar Shah I (1357-1389 AD), Hadrat Firuzabad mint, Bengal Su - Al-imam al-azam abu'l mujahid sikandar shah ibn ilyas shah al-sultan / Yamin khalifat allah nasir amir al-muminin khallada allah khalifatahu, mint and date on the reverse. Mint of Hadrat Firuzabad, date off-flan. 27mm, 10.71 grams.. "The coins of Indian Sultanates" #B181.
Bronze "Deba Rupee", 1st issue, issued in ca.1839-1850 in the Kingdom of Bhutan - Bengali inscriptions on both sides, closely copying the older 1/2 rupees from Cooch-Behar, issued by Devendra Narayana (1763-1765) and Rajendra Narayana (1770-1772). This particular coin is made of almost pure copper (not silver or billon), but it can be attributed to the first striking period, ca.1839-1850. 21 mm, 3.70 grams. Nicholas Rhodes, Coinage of Bhutan, #1-12. Quite an exceptional specimen, rare this nice.
Bronze "Deba Rupee", 1st issue, issued in ca.1839-1850 in the Kingdom of Bhutan - Bengali inscriptions on both sides, closely copying the older 1/2 rupees from Cooch-Behar, issued by Devendra Narayana (1763-1765) and Rajendra Narayana (1770-1772). This particular coin is made of almost pure copper (not silver or billon), but it can be attributed to the first striking period, ca.1839-1850. 20 mm, 3.79 grams. Nicholas Rhodes, Coinage of Bhutan, #1-12. Quite an exceptional specimen, rare this nice.
Bronze "Deba Rupee", 1st issue, issued in ca.1839-1850 in the Kingdom of Bhutan - Bengali inscriptions on both sides, closely copying the older 1/2 rupees from Cooch-Behar, issued by Devendra Narayana (1763-1765) and Rajendra Narayana (1770-1772). This particular coin is made of almost pure copper (not silver or billon), but it can be attributed to the first striking period, ca.1839-1850. 19 mm, 3.18 grams. Nicholas Rhodes, Coinage of Bhutan, #1-12. Quite an exceptional specimen, rare this nice.
Bronze "Deba Rupee", 1st issue, issued in ca.1839-1850 in the Kingdom of Bhutan - Bengali inscriptions on both sides, closely copying the older 1/2 rupees from Cooch-Behar, issued by Devendra Narayana (1763-1765) and Rajendra Narayana (1770-1772). This particular coin is made of almost pure copper (not silver or billon), but it can be attributed to the first striking period, ca.1839-1850. 19 mm, 3.67 grams. Nicholas Rhodes, Coinage of Bhutan, #1-12. Quite an exceptional specimen, rare this nice.
Bronze "Deba Rupee", 1st issue, issued in ca.1839-1850 in the Kingdom of Bhutan - Bengali inscriptions on both sides, closely copying the older 1/2 rupees from Cooch-Behar, issued by Devendra Narayana (1763-1765) and Rajendra Narayana (1770-1772). This particular coin is made of almost pure copper (not silver or billon), but it can be attributed to the first striking period, ca.1839-1850. 20 mm, 3.33 grams. Nicholas Rhodes, Coinage of Bhutan, #1-12. Quite an exceptional specimen, rare this nice.
Rare silver 1/8th shatamana (shana) from Gandhara Janapada, ca.500-400 BC - Punchmark (6-armed Gandharan symbol with a dot between two of the arms) / blank. 14mm, 1.4 grams. Rare. Rajgor 578.Gandhara Janapada was one of the 16 Janapadas mentioned in the Buddhist chronicles. It was a subject of the Achaemenid Empire during the reign of Darius in the late 6th century BC, and was the birthplace of the first indian coins.
Scarce bronze 1/8th tanka of Sikandar Shah Lodi (1488-1517), 898 AH / 1492 AD, S - Partial Inscriptions on both sides: Al-mutawakkil alal rahman sikandarshah bahlul shah sultan / fi zaman amir al-mu minin khulidat khilafatuhu. Dated to [8]98 AH / 1492 AD. 9mm, 0.85 grams. "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" D711. Rare.
Extremely rare ancient silver punch drachm of Samprati (ca.216-207 BC), Mauryan - Five punch-mark symbols - the four symbols are of the series VI IV F (#573-#575), the fifth symbol is not listed / A single punch-mark (dot surrounded by arrows and crescents). 19mmx17mm, 3.20 grams. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC VI IV F series. The Mauryan Empire was India's first great unified empire. It lasted from 321 to 185 BCE, and was ruled by the Mauryan dynasty. At its height it ruled virtually all of northern and central India and parts of Afghanistan and Pakistan.
Scarce silver 8-ghani of Muhammad III (1325-1351 AD), Sultanate of Delhi, India - Inscriptions on both sides. Dated to 726 AH = 1326 AD. Rare 8 Ghani (=8 jitals = 1/2 silver tanka) piece. Excellent silver coin, very attractive, thick and heavy. 16mm, 2.90grams. Known as "gashtganis" these coins were equal to 8 ghani or 16 ratis. The issue of these was very short-lived because of the inflation and raging debasement of silver under Mohamed III.
Extremely rare! Gold 1/2 fanam (1/4 rupee in gold), Ahmd Shah Bahadur (1748-1754 - Mintless type. 6mm, 0.17 grams. Herrli "Gold Fanams" - (fanams are listed as known for this mint, but not illustrated. 1/2 fanams are not listed and not illustrated). They were issued in various mints, but are often difficult to attribute because of the mint is not readable or absent.
Silver karshapana, Nanda period (ca.345-322 BC), Magadha Empire, India (G/H 426) - Five punch-mark symbols (shown above) / Blank. 16mmx16mm, 3.18 grams.. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC series IV XXXI G14 (#426). The Nanda dynasty ruled in the northern part of the Indian subcontinent during the 4th century BCE, and possibly during the 5th century BCE. The Nandas overthrew the Shaishunaga dynasty in the Magadha region of eastern India, and expanded their empire to include a larger part of northern India. Ancient sources differ considerably regarding the names of the Nanda kings, and the duration of their rule, but based on the Buddhist tradition recorded in the Mahavamsa, they appear to have ruled during c. 345–322 BCE, although some theories date the start of their rule to 5th century BCE.
Superb silver drachm of Khushru II (590-627 AD), Raiy mint, 617 AD, Sassanian Em - Crowned bust of Khushru II right, HARAMAN AZFUT in script in the left field, KHUSHRUI in script in the right field / Fire altar and two attendants, regnal year (year 28 = 617 AD) and mint ("RD" = Raiy mint (Rhagae or al Raiy mint) in Mad province. Large silver coin, measuring 32mm, 4.12 grams. MACW 1111ff. Struck on a large flan, high quality. Ex-CNG; Ex.Garth R. Drewry Collection.
Silver drachm of Khushru II (590-627 AD), Darabgard mint w/AFID, 618 AD, Sassani - Crowned bust of Khushru II right, HARAMAN AZFUT in script in the left field, KHUSHRUI in script in the right field, AFID in the right lower margin / Fire altar and two attendants, regnal year (year 29 = 618 AD) and mint ("DA" = Darabgard . Large silver coin, measuring 32.5mm, 4.04 grams. MACW 1111ff. Struck on a large flan, beautiful condition! Ex-CNG; Ex.Garth R. Drewry Collection.
Silver 1/2 karshapana from Surasena Janapada (ca.400-350 BC), Ancient India (R-1 - One large punch-mark on obverse, depicting an animal standing right, surrounded by a number of minor symbols / blank. 10mm, thick, 1.66 grams, rare. Rajgor 1185. Surasena was one of the sixteen original Mahajanapadas of the Buddhist chronicles. The name of that country is derived for the name of Sura, the King of Surasena and the father of Vasudeva and Kunti. The location is at Braj, the region around Mathura in Uttar Pradesh. The history of this Janapada is is very obscure - the ruling family is known to have styled itself "Yadava" family, and that some of their kings were cloely related to the royal family of Avanti. Around 350 AD Surasena was conquered by Mahapadma Nana of Magadha.
Rare silver drachm, early Hindu Shahi of Gandhara, India, ca.600-700 AD - "HaVa" - Four dots and various lines, probably representing the extreme degeneration of a bust, Brahmi letters "Ha" and "Va" / Blank. 16mm, 1.21 grams. JONS 201, Fishman type 4A.These obscure coins are not yet properly studied. A number of varieties showing two or three various letters on the obverse are known, but it is not yet known what the letters represent (it is possible that they show the names of the rulers or they might have been a form of a mint control).
Quality silver jital, unknown Islamic post-Shahi issue from North-Western India, - Bull with trident on jhul and two dots on the body facing left, crude brahmi SRI SAMANTA DEVA / Horseman right, Bhi (or Sri) in the right upper field. 17mm, 3.16 grams. Mintless type. Tye-32. It is not known who issued these coins, but stylistically they can be dated to the post-Shahi Islamic period in the modern Pakistan. This particular coin was found in a hoard of jitals of the Ghanzaid ruler Ibrahim (1059-1099) and probably dates to the same period (the size and weight are also the same). The brahmi letter Te is probably the initial of the issuing ruler, but it is not known at this point who this person was and the exact location where these were minted is not known as well.
Very rare posthumous gold 1/2 fanam (1/4 rupee in gold) with "Alamgiri" and a cr - , small cross above and date ("1176" = 1762 AD) / A number of random dots. Mintless type (probably issued in Balapur). 7mm, 0.18 grams. Herrli "Gold Fanams" 8.07.08 var. They were issued in various mints, but are often difficult to attribute because of the mint is not readable or absent.
Very rare posthumous gold 1/2 fanam (1/4 rupee in gold) with "Alamgiri" and a cr - , small cross above and date ("1176" = 1762 AD) / A number of random dots. Mintless type (probably issued in Balapur). 7mm, 0.18 grams. Herrli "Gold Fanams" 8.07.08 var. They were issued in various mints, but are often difficult to attribute because of the mint is not readable or absent.
Very rare posthumous gold 1/2 fanam (1/4 rupee in gold) with "Alamgiri" and a cr - , small cross above and date ("1176" = 1762 AD) / A number of random dots. Mintless type (probably issued in Balapur). 7mm, 0.18 grams. Herrli "Gold Fanams" 8.07.08 var. They were issued in various mints, but are often difficult to attribute because of the mint is not readable or absent.
AR drachm, Alchon Huns (Hephthalites), c. 485-600. Early issue, inspired by the - Crowned bust right; tamgha (not countermarked, but engraved on the die) in the right margin, four pellets, crude Greek legend mentioning the tribal name below: ALChOON / Fire altar with attendants and ribbon, star and crescent flanking flame. 29mm, 3.18 grams. Gobl, Dokumente Em. 289; Mitchiner ACW 1463-1464. This coin was used as jewelry in ancient times and has some damage on the edge, where a loop was once attached and later removed. Imitating Sasanian king Peroz. Scarce without any countermarks.
Bronze 1/2 falus of Mahmud Shah II (1510-1531),Malwa Sultanate, India (M-173) - The sacking of Delhi by the Mongol conqueror Timur in the early fifteenth century caused the breakup of that sultanate into smaller states, and in 1401 Dilawar Khan, previously Malwa's governor under the rule of Delhi, declared himself sultan of Malwa.
Silver tanka of Ghiyas ud-Din Mahmud Shah (939-945 AH/1532-1538 AD), Barbakabad - Inscriptions on both sides: Al-sultan bin-al-sultan ghiyath as dunya wal din abul muzaffar mahmud shah al-sultan bin husain shah al-sultan khallada allah mulkahu wa sultanahu, "Badr Shahi" within a circle on both sides Barbakabad mint, dated "33" (= 933 AH = 1526 AD) (). Excellent large silver coin, very attractive, thick and heavy. Rare mint! 25mm in diameter (large!!!), 10.7 g."The coins of the Indian Sultanates" B-897. The "Badr Shahi" coins seem to pre-date Mahmud's reign - it appears than between AH 933 and 939 he took part in governing the Kingdom and was allowed to issue coins in his own name
Rare tin dinheiro, Sebastian (1554-1578), Melaka mint, Portuguese Far East - Sim - Three arrows tied with a bow in the middle, two large dots between the arrowheads, B-A in fields / Armillary sphere wiith an ecliptic band falling from right upper corner to the lower left corner ("Z" pattern), four large dots (at 3, 6, 9 and 12 o'clock).
Unpublished gold fanam, imitation of the Mughal Emperor Alamgir II (1754-1759), - Imitative Inscription (corrupt "Alamgir" retrograde?) / Curcular bump. Struck at an uncertain location. 5mm, 0.35 grams. Herrli -; KM -. Made out of relatively debased gold. Very unusual type, only recently disovered. Very thick (that is why the reverse looks fuzzy - it is hard to scan rounded 3D objects on the scanner) and much nicer than the scan.
Unpublished gold fanam, imitation of the Mughal Emperor Alamgir II (1754-1759), - Imitative Inscription (corrupt "Alamgir" retrograde?) / Curcular bump. Struck at an uncertain location. 5mm, 0.35 grams. Herrli -; KM -. Made out of relatively debased gold. Very unusual type, only recently disovered. Very thick (that is why the reverse looks fuzzy - it is hard to scan rounded 3D objects on the scanner) and much nicer than the scan.
Rare tin dinheiro, Sebastian (1554-1578), Melaka mint, Portuguese Far East - Sim - Three arrows tied with a bow in the middle, two large dots between the arrowheads, B-A in fields / Armillary sphere wiith an ecliptic band falling from right upper corner to the lower left corner ("Z" pattern), four large dots (at 3, 6, 9 and 12 o'clock).
Rare tin dinheiro, Sebastian (1554-1578), Melaka mint, Portuguese Far East - Sim - Three arrows tied with a bow in the middle, two large dots between the arrowheads, B-A in fields / Armillary sphere wiith an ecliptic band falling from upper left corner to the lower right corner (reversed "Z" pattern), four large dots (at 3, 6, 9 and 12 o'clock).
Rare tin dinheiro, Sebastian (1554-1578), Melaka, Portuguese India - Sim.S.15 ty - Three arrows tied with a bow in the middle, two large dots between the arrowheads, B-A in fields / Armillary sphere with an ecliptic band falling from right upper corner to the lower left corner ("Z" pattern), four large dots (at 3, 6, 9 and 12 o'clock).
Extremely nice and rare! Silver punchmarked 1/2 karshapana from Cheitya Janapada - Four punchmarks - an elephant, two geometric symbols and and interesting large symbol consisting of three tourine symbols, curcles and a border of dot / Blank. 17mm, 1.64 grams. Rajgor - (similar to series 22 and 26) The coins from the hoard from Chhindawara in Madhya Pradesh were recently published by Shtrugan Jain in JNSI. The coins were found on Waiganga river in Chhindawara. Their addtribution is to Chetiya Janapada and is based on the find spots of these types of coins. This beautiful type is very rare, not previousely published. Chedi (or Chetiya) Janapada, covering parts of Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra, was one of the original 16 Janapadas. Sometimes in ca.4th century, the Vidarbha region (previousely a part of Chetiya) became independent.
Scarce large falus of Emperor Jahangir (1605-1628), Ujjain mint - provincial Mal - Jahangir's name / Mint name. Pleasant brown patina, scarce. Undated issue, Ujjain mint. 16x14mm, 6.74 grams. Krause type KM 127.1. Old style coins continued to be struck at the newly acquired territories by Akbar. These Malwa-style and weigh bronzes continued to be struck untilca.1000 AH at Mandu, Ujjain and Ujjainpur. The special Malwa-type falus and half-falus coins were issued in Malwa into the reign of Shah Jahan.
Tabaristan Caspian Sea c.A.D. 780-793 Silver Hemidrachm / Altar NGC MS (051) - Ancient Tabaristan. c.A.D. 780-793 AR Hemidrachm. Tarbaristan was a kingdom on the southern edge of the Caspian Sea (now Northern Iran). Although Tarbaristan fell during the Muslim conquest and was introduced to Islam, the coin is modeled after coins of the preceding Sassanian Empire.
AE tetradrachm of Azes (c.58-20 BC), Taxila, Indo-Scythians - MACW 2380 - Azes II (reigned circa 35-12 BCE), may have been the last Indo-Scythian king in northern India. After the death of Azes II, the rule of the Indo-Scythians in northwestern India finally crumbled with the conquest of the Kushans, one of the five tribes of the Yuezhi who had lived in Bactria for more than a century, and who were then expanding into India to create a Kushan Empire.
Gujarat Falus Coin - A good collectable coin as pictured, Muzaffar III. Thickness: 5.5mm.
Extremely nice and rare! Silver punchmarked 1/2 karshapana from Cheitya Janapada - Four punchmarks - an elephant, two geometric symbols and and interesting large symbol consisting of three tourine symbols, curcles and a border of dot / Blank. 17mm, 1.64 grams. Rajgor - (similar to series 22 and 26) The coins from the hoard from Chhindawara in Madhya Pradesh were recently published by Shtrugan Jain in JNSI. The coins were found on Waiganga river in Chhindawara. Their addtribution is to Chetiya Janapada and is based on the find spots of these types of coins. This beautiful type is very rare, not previousely published. Chedi (or Chetiya) Janapada, covering parts of Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra, was one of the original 16 Janapadas. Sometimes in ca.4th century, the Vidarbha region (previousely a part of Chetiya) became independent.
Nice and rare! Silver punchmarked 1/2 karshapana from Yavatmal, Cheitya Janapada - Four punchmarks - an elephant standing right, two geometric symbols and and crescent with dots / Blank. 16mmx16mm, 1.63 grams. Rajgor - (similar to series 22 and 26) The coins from the hoard from Yavatmal in Maharashtra recently came to light. Their addtribution is to Chetiya Janapada and is based on the find spots of these types of coins. This beautiful type is very rare, not previousely published. Stylistically, compared to the other coins from the regioun, these probably date to the later period of the 4th century BC. Chedi (or Chetiya) Janapada, covering parts of Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra, was one of the original 16 Janapadas. Sometimes in ca.4th century, the Vidarbha region (previousely a part of Chetiya) became independent.
Nice and rare! Silver punchmarked 1/2 karshapana from Yavatmal, Cheitya Janapada - Four punchmarks - an elephant standing right, two geometric symbols and and crescent with dots / Blank. 17mmx15mm, 1.70 grams. Rajgor - (similar to series 22 and 26) The coins from the hoard from Yavatmal in Maharashtra recently came to light. Their addtribution is to Chetiya Janapada and is based on the find spots of these types of coins. This beautiful type is very rare, not previousely published. Stylistically, compared to the other coins from the regioun, these probably date to the later period of the 4th century BC. Chedi (or Chetiya) Janapada, covering parts of Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra, was one of the original 16 Janapadas. Sometimes in ca.4th century, the Vidarbha region (previousely a part of Chetiya) became independent.
Scarce falus of Akbar (1556-1605), provincial Malwa issue, Moghul Empire - rare - Kalima / Akbar's name. Pleasant brown patina, scarce. 998 AH / 1589 AD, Ujjain mint. 15x14mm, 6.32 grams. KM-46 var. Old style coins continued to be struck at the newly acquired territories by Akbar. These Malwa-style and weigh bronzes continued to be struck until ca.1000 AH at Mandu, Ujjain and Ujjainpur. After ca.1000AH these coins were replaced by regular Malwa issues.
Scarce falus of Akbar (1556-1605), provincial Malwa issue, Moghul Empire - Kalima / Akbar's name. Pleasant brown patina, scarce. Date off flan (struck ca.990-1000 AH), Ujjain mint. 15x14mm, 6.38 grams. KM-46 var. Old style coins continued to be struck at the newly acquired territories by Akbar. These Malwa-style and weigh bronzes continued to be struck until ca.1000 AH at Mandu, Ujjain and Ujjainpur. After ca.1000AH these coins were replaced by regular Malwa issues.
Scarce falus of Akbar (1556-1605), provincial Malwa issue, Moghul Empire - Kalima / Akbar's name. Pleasant brown patina, scarce. Date off flan (struck ca.990-1000 AH), Ujjain mint. 15x13mm, 6.43 grams. KM-46 var. Old style coins continued to be struck at the newly acquired territories by Akbar. These Malwa-style and weigh bronzes continued to be struck until ca.1000 AH at Mandu, Ujjain and Ujjainpur. After ca.1000AH these coins were replaced by regular Malwa issues.
Superb quality bronze falus of Ghiyas Shah (1469-1500 AD), Malwa Sultanate, Indi - Inscriptions on both sides: Al wathiq bi'l malik al-multaji abu'l fath ghiyath shah bin mahmud shah al-khalji al-sultan khallada mulkahu. Thick square planchet. Mintless type, from the mint of Ujjain. 21x20mm, 9.14 grams. "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" M87.
Scarce post-Mauryan silver drachm, ca.200-100 BC (G/H #600) - Five punch-mark symbols (see above) / Blank. Irregular flat silver planchet, 15mmx13mm, 2.78 grams. Gupta/Hardaker (2014) #600 (p.190). These coins, minted in some sort of brassy-silver alloy and in light weight, usually imitate G/H 573-575. They are found in the Northwestern Indian subcontinent area, ranging from Haryana to Afghanistan. They were probably minted after the demise of the Mauryans, possibly under Sungas.
AR drachm, Emperor Samprati (c.216-207 BC), Mauryan Empire, India (G/H#574) - Samrat Samprati was an emperor of Maurya dynasty. He was the son of Ashoka's blind son, Kunala. The Mauryan Empire was an geographically extensive ancient Indian Iron Age historical power in South Asia based in Magadha, having been founded by Chandragupta Maurya in 322 BCE, and existing in loose-knit fashion until 185 BCE.
Authentic drachm of Gondophares (c.20-50 AD), Indo-Parthians, Northern India - Diademed and bearded bust, right. corrupt Greek legend / Pallas standing right with thunderbolt and shield. Karosthi legend and control marks. Brown patina. 12mm, 2.34 g. Pieper 290-295; Senior ISCH 222. SKU X220-35240 Gondophares (Gastaphar in Armenian) is thought by some to be the same as King Gaspar, one of the three Magi at the birth of Jesus. He is also thought to be the King Gudnaphar who met St. Thomas when he journeyed to India. Very nice example of this crude type,
Rare! Large silver vimshatika from Kashi Janapada, period of occupation by Kasal - Four punchmarks / Two bankers' marks. 24mmx23mm, 4.01 grams. Rajgor 906. Rare! In ca.525 BC Kashi, the long-time enemy of Kasala, was conquered by it, and was administered as a Kasal province until the conquest of Kasala by Magadha in ca.475 BC. During the earlier part of this period, Kashi issued vimshatikas, and later switched to a karshapana standard, closely adhering to the general layout of the Kasala coins. This coin, as well as a few other we are offering, are from a small hoard of large vimshatikas. They are all rare coins.
Bronze 1/2 kasu, anonymous 18th century issue from Mysore, South India - Elephan - Elephant standing RIGHT within a dotted border / Crossed lines and a dot. 11mm, 1.33 grams. Uncertain mint in Mysore. This coin is a part of a large issue of various anonymous bronze kasus produced in the 18th century (and probably earlier) at various mints around Mysore.
Bronze kasu, anonymous 18th century issue from Mysore, South India - type with a - Elephant walking left within a dotted border, inverted crescent moon above / Crossed lines and circles. 13mm, 2.67 grams. Uncertain mint. KM #153. This coin is a part of a large issue of various anonymous bronze kasus produced in the 18th century (and probably earlier) at various mints around Mysore. These coins are poorly studied and understood.
Bronze kasu, anonymous 18th century issue from Mysore, South India - type with m - Monkey-God Hanuman right, all within a circle of dots / Crossed lines, uncertain Kanarese letters. 15mm, 2.93 grams. Uncertain mint. KM #157. This coin is a part of a large issue of various anonymous bronze kasus produced in the 18th century (and probably earlier) at various mints around Mysore. These coins are poorly studied and understood.
Bronze anonymous 2-kasu, issued by the Rajas of Sivaganga (ca.1730-1801), Indepe - Two deities enthroned / Lingam surrounded by an outline of dots. 14mm, 3.15 grams. KM 6.2. Sivaganga, located in the extreme south of India, was the larger portion of the Kingdom of Ramnad controlled was controlled by Raja Sasivarnan (1730 - 1750) who divided Ramnad into five parts and retained three for himself and his successors. He granted the two parts to Sasivarnan of Nalukottai conferring on him the title of "Rajah Muthu Vijaya Regunatha Peria Oodayan". The following rulers of Sivaganga were Raja Sasivarnan (1730 - 1750 ), Raja Muthu Vaduganathan (1750 - 1772), Rani Velu Nachiyar(1772 - 1780)Maruthu brothers (1748-1801). In 1801 the territory was annexed by the British.
Bronze anonymous 2-kasu, issued by the Rajas of Sivaganga (ca.1730-1801), Indepe - Two deities enthroned / Lingam surrounded by an outline of dots. 13mm, 2.54 grams. KM 6.2. Sivaganga, located in the extreme south of India, was the larger portion of the Kingdom of Ramnad controlled was controlled by Raja Sasivarnan (1730 - 1750) who divided Ramnad into five parts and retained three for himself and his successors. He granted the two parts to Sasivarnan of Nalukottai conferring on him the title of "Rajah Muthu Vijaya Regunatha Peria Oodayan". The following rulers of Sivaganga were Raja Sasivarnan (1730 - 1750 ), Raja Muthu Vaduganathan (1750 - 1772), Rani Velu Nachiyar(1772 - 1780)Maruthu brothers (1748-1801). In 1801 the territory was annexed by the British.
Bronze 1/2 kasu, anonymous 18th century issue from Mysore, South India - Elephan - Elephant standing RIGHT within a dotted border / Crossed lines and a dot. 11mm, 1.31 grams. Uncertain mint in Mysore. This coin is a part of a large issue of various anonymous bronze kasus produced in the 18th century (and probably earlier) at various mints around Mysore.
Bronze 1/2 kasu, anonymous 18th century issue from Mysore, South India - Elephan - Elephant standing RIGHT within a dotted border / Crossed lines and a dot. 11mm, 1.13 grams. Uncertain mint in Mysore. This coin is a part of a large issue of various anonymous bronze kasus produced in the 18th century (and probably earlier) at various mints around Mysore.
Bronze anonymous 2-kasu, issued by the Rajas of Sivaganga (ca.1730-1801), Indepe - Two deities enthroned / Lingam surrounded by an outline of dots. 15mm, 2.90 grams. KM 6.2. Sivaganga, located in the extreme south of India, was the larger portion of the Kingdom of Ramnad controlled was controlled by Raja Sasivarnan (1730 - 1750) who divided Ramnad into five parts and retained three for himself and his successors. He granted the two parts to Sasivarnan of Nalukottai conferring on him the title of "Rajah Muthu Vijaya Regunatha Peria Oodayan". The following rulers of Sivaganga were Raja Sasivarnan (1730 - 1750 ), Raja Muthu Vaduganathan (1750 - 1772), Rani Velu Nachiyar(1772 - 1780)Maruthu brothers (1748-1801). In 1801 the territory was annexed by the British.
Bronze kasu, anonymous 18th century issue from Mysore, South India - type with a - Elephant walking left within a dotted border, sun and moon above / Crossed lines and circles. 14mm, 2.72 grams. Uncertain mint. KM #152. This coin is a part of a large issue of various anonymous bronze kasus produced in the 18th century (and probably earlier) at various mints around Mysore. These coins are poorly studied and understood.
Bronze kasu, anonymous 18th century issue from Mysore, South India - type with a - Elephant walking left within a dotted border, sun and moon above / Crossed lines and circles. 14mm, 2.77 grams. Uncertain mint. KM #152. This coin is a part of a large issue of various anonymous bronze kasus produced in the 18th century (and probably earlier) at various mints around Mysore. These coins are poorly studied and understood.
Bronze kasu, anonymous 18th century issue from Mysore, South India - type with a - Elephant walking left within a dotted border, sun and moon above / Crossed lines and circles. 14mm, 2.99 grams. Uncertain mint. KM #152. This coin is a part of a large issue of various anonymous bronze kasus produced in the 18th century (and probably earlier) at various mints around Mysore. These coins are poorly studied and understood.
Silver rupee, Muhamed Shah (1719-1748), 1736, Shahjahanabad, Mughal Empire, Indi - Zarb Shahjahanabad. sana 18 julus. Dually dated - 1148 AH and RY 18 (1736 CE). Dar ul-Khalifat Shahjahanabad mint. Krause 437.4. Muhammad Shah's reign was marked by rapid and irreversible decline of the Mughal Empire that was exacerbated by Nader Shah's invasion of India and the sacking of Delhi in 1739.
RRR quality early silver vimshatika, Matsya Janapada (600-500 BC), India - Matsya (Sanskrit for "fish") were one of the Indo-Aryan tribes of Vedic India. By the late Vedic period, they ruled a kingdom located south of the Kurus, and west of the Yamuna river which separated it from the kingdom of Panchalas.
RRR HUGE early silver vimshatika, Matsya Janapada (600-500 BC), Ancient India - Matsya (Sanskrit for "fish") were one of the Indo-Aryan tribes of Vedic India. By the late Vedic period, they ruled a kingdom located south of the Kurus, and west of the Yamuna river which separated it from the kingdom of Panchalas.
RRR early silver vimshatika, Matsya Janapada (600-500 BC), Ancient India - Matsya (Sanskrit for "fish") were one of the Indo-Aryan tribes of Vedic India. By the late Vedic period, they ruled a kingdom located south of the Kurus, and west of the Yamuna river which separated it from the kingdom of Panchalas.
Extremely nice and rare! Silver punchmarked 1/2 karshapana from Chhindawara, Che - Four punchmarks - an elephant, two geometric symbols and and interesting large symbol consisting of lines and circles / Blank. 18mmx14mm, 1.65 grams. Rajgor - (similar to series 22 and 26) The coins from the hoard from Chhindawara in Madhya Pradesh were recently published by Shtrugan Jain in JNSI. The coins were found on Waiganga river in Chhindawara. Their addtribution is to Chetiya Janapada and is based on the find spots of these types of coins. This beautiful type is very rare, not previousely published. Chedi (or Chetiya) Janapada, covering parts of Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra, was one of the original 16 Janapadas. Sometimes in ca.4th century, the Vidarbha region (previousely a part of Chetiya) became independent.
Extremely nice and rare! Silver punchmarked 1/2 karshapana from Cheitya Janapada - Four punchmarks - an elephant, two stars and an interesting modified tourine symbol / Blank. 20mmx15mm, 1.62 grams. Rajgor - (similar to series 22 and 26) The coins from the hoard from Chhindawara in Madhya Pradesh were recently published by Shtrugan Jain in JNSI. The coins were reportedly found in Chhindawara. Their addtribution is to Chetiya Janapada and is based on the find spots of these types of coins. This beautiful type is very rare, not previousely published. Chedi (or Chetiya) Janapada, covering parts of Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra, was one of the original 16 Janapadas. Sometimes in ca.4th century, the Vidarbha region (previousely a part of Chetiya) became independent.
Silver karshapana of Emperor Samprati (ca.216-207 BC), Pataliputra mint, Mauryan - Five punched symbols / Banker's mark. 18mmx13mm, 3.39 grams. Pataliputra mint. Mitchiner ACW 4197-4199; Gupta/Hardaker ISPC VI IV F 146 (#575). Unusual 5th punch. Samrat Samprati was an emperor of Maurya dynasty. He was the son of Ashoka's blind son, Kunala. He succeeded his cousin, Dasharatha as Emperor of the Maurya Empire and ruled almost the entire present-day Indian subcontinent.
Silver dirhem of Arghun ibn Abaga (1284-1291 AD), Mongol Ilkhanid Empire - Kalima (Muslim profession of faith) within a square, mint and date around (only partially seen) / inscription in a mixture of Arabic and Uighur: Kaganu nereber Arghunun delegteguluk son ("Struck in the name of the Khan, Hulagu"). 17mm, 2.72 grams. Uncertain mint and date. MWOI 1573ff. Arghun Khan aka Argon (c. 1258 March 7, 1291) was the fourth ruler of the Mongol empire's Ilkhanate, from 1284 to 1291. He was the son of Abaqa Khan, and like his father, was a devout Buddhist. He was known for sending several embassies to Europe in an unsuccessful attempt to form a Franco-Mongol alliance against the Muslims in the Holy Land, including his famous letter to the Pope Honorius IV.
Silver dirhem of Arghun ibn Abaga (1284-1291 AD), Mongol Ilkhanid Empire - Kalima (Muslim profession of faith) within a square, mint and date around (only partially seen) / inscription in a mixture of Arabic and Uighur: Kaganu nereber Arghunun delegteguluk son ("Struck in the name of the Khan, Hulagu"). 16mm, 2.75 grams. Uncertain mint and date. MWOI 1573ff. Arghun Khan aka Argon (c. 1258 March 7, 1291) was the fourth ruler of the Mongol empire's Ilkhanate, from 1284 to 1291. He was the son of Abaqa Khan, and like his father, was a devout Buddhist. He was known for sending several embassies to Europe in an unsuccessful attempt to form a Franco-Mongol alliance against the Muslims in the Holy Land, including his famous letter to the Pope Honorius IV.
Large silver drachm, Hunnic (Hephthalite) or Gurjura issue imitating Sassanian E - The Indo-Sassanian coins are among the first imitations of the Sassanian coins found in India. They are found in North-Western India, and were minted by the Hephthalite Huns or the Gurjaras (who were probably a branch of the Hephtalite people) in Saurashtra.
Large silver drachm, Hunnic (Hephthalite) or Gurjura issue imitating Sassanian E - The Indo-Sassanian coins are among the first imitations of the Sassanian coins found in India. They are found in North-Western India, and were minted by the Hephthalite Huns or the Gurjaras (who were probably a branch of the Hephtalite people) in Saurashtra.
Billon dam of Jaya Prakash Malla, King of Yen (Kathmandu) (1735-1746; 1750-1768) - Nagari legend in two lines naming the King: Sri Ja / Ya Pra / Blank (traces of the incuse obverse inscription). 8mm, 0.05 grams. Kathmandu mint. Krause KM 235. Minted during his first reign, 1735-1746. Very neat coin, among the smallest general circulation coins in history. Jaya Prakash Malla (died 1768) was the last king of Yen or Kantipur which corresponds to present day Kathmandu. He ruled from 1735 to 1746, and then from 1750 until his death in 1768. He was very unlucky to have to spend a lot of time fighting other kingdoms of Nepal including Prithvi Narayan Shah in the Battle of Kathmandu .
Billon dam of Jaya Prakash Malla, King of Yen (Kathmandu) (1735-1746; 1750-1768) - Nagari legend in two lines naming the King: Sri Ja / Ya Pra / Blank (traces of the incuse obverse inscription). 8mm, 0.07 grams. Kathmandu mint. Krause KM 235. Minted during his first reign, 1735-1746. Very neat coin, among the smallest general circulation coins in history. Jaya Prakash Malla (died 1768) was the last king of Yen or Kantipur which corresponds to present day Kathmandu. He ruled from 1735 to 1746, and then from 1750 until his death in 1768. He was very unlucky to have to spend a lot of time fighting other kingdoms of Nepal including Prithvi Narayan Shah in the Battle of Kathmandu .
Billon dam of Jaya Prakash Malla, King of Yen (Kathmandu) (1735-1746; 1750-1768) - Nagari legend in two lines naming the King: Sri Ja / Ya Pra / Blank (traces of the incuse obverse inscription). 8mm, 0.04 grams. Kathmandu mint. Krause KM 235. Minted during his first reign, 1735-1746. Very neat coin, among the smallest general circulation coins in history. Jaya Prakash Malla (died 1768) was the last king of Yen or Kantipur which corresponds to present day Kathmandu. He ruled from 1735 to 1746, and then from 1750 until his death in 1768. He was very unlucky to have to spend a lot of time fighting other kingdoms of Nepal including Prithvi Narayan Shah in the Battle of Kathmandu .
High quality! Silver karshapana, Annuruddha, Munda and Nagadasaka period (ca.445 - The core of the kingdom was that portion of Bihar lying south of the Ganges, with its capital atRajagriha (modern Rajgir). Magadha expanded to include most of Biharand parts of Bengal with the conquest of Anga, and then expanded up theGanges valley annexing Kosala and Kashi.
Billon dam of Jaya Prakash Malla, King of Yen (Kathmandu) (1735-1746; 1750-1768) - Nagari legend in two lines naming the King: Sri Ja / Ya Pra / Blank (traces of the incuse obverse inscription). 8mm, 0.06 grams. Kathmandu mint. Krause KM 235. Minted during his first reign, 1735-1746. Very neat coin, among the smallest general circulation coins in history. Jaya Prakash Malla (died 1768) was the last king of Yen or Kantipur which corresponds to present day Kathmandu. He ruled from 1735 to 1746, and then from 1750 until his death in 1768. He was very unlucky to have to spend a lot of time fighting other kingdoms of Nepal including Prithvi Narayan Shah in the Battle of Kathmandu .
Silver dam of Jaya Prakash Malla, King of Yen (Kathmandu) (1735-1746; 1750-1768) - Nagari legend in two lines naming the King: Sri Ja / Ya Pra / Blank (traces of the incuse obverse inscription). 8mm, 0.06 grams. Kathmandu mint. Krause KM 235. Minted during his first reign, 1735-1746. Very neat coin, among the smallest general circulation coins in history. Jaya Prakash Malla (died 1768) was the last king of Yen or Kantipur which corresponds to present day Kathmandu. He ruled from 1735 to 1746, and then from 1750 until his death in 1768. He was very unlucky to have to spend a lot of time fighting other kingdoms of Nepal including Prithvi Narayan Shah in the Battle of Kathmandu .
Billon dam of Jaya Prakash Malla, King of Yen (Kathmandu) (1735-1746; 1750-1768) - Nagari legend in two lines naming the King: Sri Ja / Ya Pra / Blank (traces of the incuse obverse inscription). 8mm, 0.08 grams. Kathmandu mint. Krause KM 235. Minted during his first reign, 1735-1746. Very neat coin, among the smallest general circulation coins in history. Jaya Prakash Malla (died 1768) was the last king of Yen or Kantipur which corresponds to present day Kathmandu. He ruled from 1735 to 1746, and then from 1750 until his death in 1768. He was very unlucky to have to spend a lot of time fighting other kingdoms of Nepal including Prithvi Narayan Shah in the Battle of Kathmandu .
Arab-Sasanian. Tabaristan. (8Th Century A.d). Silver Hemidrachm. - ARAB-SASANIAN. TABARISTAN. (8TH CENTURY A.D). SILVER HEMIDRACHM. Diameter: 25mm. Some surface dirt.(Thank you for viewing the coin. All my coins are guaranteed to be genuine and authentic. I’ve been dealing in coins and antiquities for over 40 years and collecting for over 50 years. Questions about the coin are always welcome. Kind Regards, Ancient17). SAS 1
Silver karshapana, Annuruddha, Munda and Nagadasaka period (ca.445-413 BC), Maga - Five various punchmarks / A few bankers' marks. HUGE silver planchet, rare early karshapana measuring 25mmx17mm, 3.24 grams. Gupta and Hadraker III X A 1a (#320). Magadha was an ancient kingdom in India, mentioned in both the Ramayana and the Mahabharata. It was also one of the four main kingdoms of India at the time of Buddha, having risen to power during the reigns of Bimbisara (c. 544-491 BCE) and his son Ajatashatru (c. 491-460 BCE). The core of the kingdom was that portion of Bihar lying south of the Ganges, with its capital at Rajagriha (modern Rajgir). Magadha expanded to include most of Biharand parts of Bengal with the conquest of Anga, and then expanded up the Ganges valley annexing Kosala and Kashi.
RARE type! Silver karshapana, Annuruddha, Munda and Nagadasaka period (ca.445-41 - Five various punchmarks / Blank. Irregular silver planchet, rare early karshapana measuring 22mmx15 mm, 3.34 grams. Gupta and Hadraker III II A 2 (#296). Rare! Magadha was an ancient kingdom in India, mentioned in both the Ramayana and the Mahabharata. It was also one of the four main kingdoms of India at the time of Buddha, having risen to power during the reigns of Bimbisara (c. 544-491 BCE) and his son Ajatashatru (c. 491-460 BCE). The core of the kingdom was that portion of Bihar lying south of the Ganges, with its capital atRajagriha (modern Rajgir). Magadha expanded to include most of Biharand parts of Bengal with the conquest of Anga, and then expanded up the Ganges valley annexing Kosala and Kashi.
Silver karshapana, after Annuruddha (c.445-413 BC), Magadha, India (G/H 306) - Five various punchmarks / A number of various bankers' marks. 20mmx18mm, 3.40 grams. Gupta and Hadraker III IV A 2 (#306). Irregular silver planchet, rare early karshapana. Magadha was an ancient kingdom in India, mentioned in both the Ramayana and the Mahabharata. It was also one of the four main kingdoms of India at the time of Buddha, having risen to power during the reigns of Bimbisara (c. 544-491 BCE) and his son Ajatashatru (c. 491-460 BCE). The core of the kingdom was that portion of Bihar lying south of the Ganges, with its capital atRajagriha (modern Rajgir). Magadha expanded to include most of Biharand parts of Bengal with the conquest of Anga, and then expanded up the Ganges valley annexing Kosala and Kashi.
Very rare type! Silver karshapana, Annuruddha, Munda and Nagadasaka period (ca.4 - The core of the kingdom was that portion of Bihar lying south of the Ganges, with its capital atRajagriha (modern Rajgir). Magadha expanded to include most of Biharand parts of Bengal with the conquest of Anga, and then expanded up the Ganges valley annexing Kosala and Kashi.
Rare silver karshapana, Annuruddha, Munda and Nagadasaka period (ca.445-413 BC), - The core of the kingdom was that portion of Bihar lying south of the Ganges, with its capital atRajagriha (modern Rajgir). Magadha expanded to include most of Biharand parts of Bengal with the conquest of Anga, and then expanded up theGanges valley annexing Kosala and Kashi.
Bronze kasu, anonymous 18th century issue from Mysore, South India - type with a - Elephant walking right within a dotted border / Crossed lines. 14mm, 3.13 grams. Uncertain mint. KM #149. This coin is a part of a large issue of various anonymous bronze kasus produced in the 18th century (and probably earlier) at various mints around Mysore. These coins are poorly studied and understood.
Rare silver 1/16th shatamana (1/2 shana) from Gandhara Janapada, ca.500-400 BC, - Punchmark (6-armed Gandharan symbol with a dot between two of the arms) / blank. 11mm, 0.73 grams. Rare. Rajgor 579var. 1/16th shatamana (1/2 shana) is much scarcer than the 1/8th shatamana pieces. Gandhara Janapada was one of the 16 Janapadas mentioned in the Buddhist chronicles. It was a subject of the Achaemenid Empire during the reign of Darius in the late 6th century BC, and was the birthplace of the first indian coins.
Nice billon tanka of Ibrahim Shah (1402-1440), 827 AH, Jaunpur Sultanate, India - The Jaunpur Sultanate attained its greatest height under the younger brother of Mubarak Shah, who ruled as Shams ud-din Ibrahim Shah (ruled 1402-1440). To the east, his kingdom extended to Bihar, and to the west, to Kanauj; he even marched on Delhi at one point.
Rare silver 1/8th shatamana (shana) from Gandhara Janapada, ca.500-400 BC, India - Punchmark (6-armed Gandharan symbol with a dot between two of the arms) / blank. 12mmx13mm, 1.43 grams. Rare. Rajgor 578. Gandhara Janapada was one of the 16 Janapadas mentioned in the Buddhist chronicles. It was a subject of the Achaemenid Empire during the reign of Darius in the late 6th century BC, and was the birthplace of the first indian coins.
Rare type without a dot! Rare silver 1/8th shatamana (shana) from Gandhara Janap - Punchmark (6-armed Gandharan symbol without the dot between two of the arms) / blank. 11mmx11mm, 1.42 grams. Rare. Rajgor 578 var. This is a very rare small thick type, probably a later issue. Gandhara Janapada was one of the 16 Janapadas mentioned in the Buddhist chronicles. It was a subject of the Achaemenid Empire during the reign of Darius in the late 6th century BC, and was the birthplace of the first indian coins.
Rare silver 1/16th shatamana (1/2 shana) from Gandhara Janapada, ca.500-400 BC, - Punchmark (6-armed Gandharan symbol with a dot between two of the arms) / blank. 12mm, 0.71 grams. Rare. Rajgor 579var. 1/16th shatamana (1/2 shana) is much scarcer than the 1/8th shatamana pieces. Gandhara Janapada was one of the 16 Janapadas mentioned in the Buddhist chronicles. It was a subject of the Achaemenid Empire during the reign of Darius in the late 6th century BC, and was the birthplace of the first indian coins.
Rare silver 1/16th shatamana (1/2 shana) from Gandhara Janapada, ca.500-400 BC, - Punchmark (6-armed Gandharan symbol with a dot between two of the arms) / blank. 11mm, 0.67 grams. Rare. Rajgor 579var. 1/16th shatamana (1/2 shana) is much scarcer than the 1/8th shatamana pieces. Gandhara Janapada was one of the 16 Janapadas mentioned in the Buddhist chronicles. It was a subject of the Achaemenid Empire during the reign of Darius in the late 6th century BC, and was the birthplace of the first indian coins.
Rare silver 1/16th shatamana (1/2 shana) from Gandhara Janapada, ca.500-400 BC, - Punchmark (6-armed Gandharan symbol with a dot between two of the arms) / blank. 12mm, 0.70 grams. Rare. Rajgor 579var. 1/16th shatamana (1/2 shana) is much scarcer than the 1/8th shatamana pieces. Gandhara Janapada was one of the 16 Janapadas mentioned in the Buddhist chronicles. It was a subject of the Achaemenid Empire during the reign of Darius in the late 6th century BC, and was the birthplace of the first indian coins.
Billon drachm of Singar Chandra Deva (late 1400s), Kangra Kingdom (Tye 70) - Stylized horseman right / Inscriptions in 3 lines: "Maharaja Sri Singar Chandra Deva". Scarce. Much nicer than these usually are. 13mm, 3.24 grams. "The Catalogue of Katoch rulers of Kangra"#457-498; Tye 70. SKU X83-33835 Kangra is a district is in the western part of Himachal Pradesh, in the low foothills of the Himalayas. It was the place of an ancient Hindu Kangra Kingdom. The kings of Kangra are almost unknown in history, their existence was shadowy and the dating of their reigns is tentative. Their coins are fairly scarce, not well-studied and difficult to find.
Rare silver 1/8th shatamana (shana) from Gandhara Janapada, ca.500-400 BC, India - Punchmark (6-armed Gandharan symbol with a dot between two of the arms) / blank. 15mmx14mm, 1.33 grams. Rare. Rajgor 578. Gandhara Janapada was one of the 16 Janapadas mentioned in the Buddhist chronicles. It was a subject of the Achaemenid Empire during the reign of Darius in the late 6th century BC, and was the birthplace of the first indian coins.
Rare silver 1/8th shatamana (shana) from Gandhara Janapada, ca.500-400 BC, India - Punchmark (6-armed Gandharan symbol with a dot between two of the arms) / blank. 14mmx13mm, 1.46 grams. Rare. Rajgor 578. Gandhara Janapada was one of the 16 Janapadas mentioned in the Buddhist chronicles. It was a subject of the Achaemenid Empire during the reign of Darius in the late 6th century BC, and was the birthplace of the first indian coins.
Rare silver 1/8th shatamana (shana) from Gandhara Janapada, ca.500-400 BC, India - Punchmark (6-armed Gandharan symbol with a dot between two of the arms) / blank. 15mmx13mm, 1.37 grams. Rare. Rajgor 578. Gandhara Janapada was one of the 16 Janapadas mentioned in the Buddhist chronicles. It was a subject of the Achaemenid Empire during the reign of Darius in the late 6th century BC, and was the birthplace of the first indian coins.
Rare silver 1/16th shatamana (1/2 shana) from Gandhara Janapada, ca.500-400 BC, - Punchmark (6-armed Gandharan symbol with a dot between two of the arms) / blank. 11mm, 0.62 grams. Rare. Rajgor 579var. 1/16th shatamana (1/2 shana) is much scarcer than the 1/8th shatamana pieces. Gandhara Janapada was one of the 16 Janapadas mentioned in the Buddhist chronicles. It was a subject of the Achaemenid Empire during the reign of Darius in the late 6th century BC, and was the birthplace of the first indian coins.
Rare silver 1/8th shatamana (shana) from Gandhara Janapada, ca.500-400 BC, India - Punchmark (6-armed Gandharan symbol with a dot between two of the arms) / blank. 15mmx13mm, 1.42 grams. Rare. Rajgor 578. Gandhara Janapada was one of the 16 Janapadas mentioned in the Buddhist chronicles. It was a subject of the Achaemenid Empire during the reign of Darius in the late 6th century BC, and was the birthplace of the first indian coins.
Rare silver 1/16th shatamana (1/2 shana) from Gandhara Janapada, ca.500-400 BC, - Punchmark (6-armed Gandharan symbol with a dot between two of the arms) / blank. 11mm, 0.73 grams. Rare. Rajgor 579var. 1/16th shatamana (1/2 shana) is much scarcer than the 1/8th shatamana pieces. Gandhara Janapada was one of the 16 Janapadas mentioned in the Buddhist chronicles. It was a subject of the Achaemenid Empire during the reign of Darius in the late 6th century BC, and was the birthplace of the first indian coins.
Extremely nice and rare! Silver punchmarked 1/2 karshapana from Cheitya Janapada - Four punchmarks - an elephant, two geometric symbols and and interesting large symbol consisting of three tourine symbols, curcles and a border of dot / Blank. 16mmx15mm, 1.68 grams. Rajgor - (similar to series 22 and 26) The coins from the hoard from Chhindawara in Madhya Pradesh. Their addtribution is to Chetiya Janapada and is based on the find spots of these types of coins. This beautiful type is very rare. Chedi (or Chetiya) Janapada, covering parts of Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra, was one of the original 16 Janapadas. Sometimes in ca.4th century, the Vidarbha region (previousely a part of Chetiya) became independent.
Extremely rare type! Silver punchmarked 1/2 karshapana from Cheitya Janapada, ca - Four punchmarks - an elephant, two decorated circle and crescent symbols and a "flattened chicken with circles" symbol / Blank. 15mmx15mm, 1.69 grams. Rajgor - (similar to series 22 and 26). The coins from the hoard from Chhindawara in Madhya Pradesh. Their addtribution is to Chetiya Janapada and is based on the find spots of these types of coins. This beautiful type is extremely rare! Chedi (or Chetiya) Janapada, covering parts of Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra, was one of the original 16 Janapadas. Sometimes in ca.4th century, the Vidarbha region (previousely a part of Chetiya) became independent.
Extremely rare type! Silver punchmarked 1/2 karshapana from Cheitya Janapada, ca - Four punchmarks - an elephant, two decorated flower symbols and one decorated crescent symbol / Blank. 19mmx12mm, 1.69 grams. Rajgor - (similar to series 22 and 26). The coins from the hoard from Chhindawara in Madhya Pradesh. Their addtribution is to Chetiya Janapada and is based on the find spots of these types of coins. This beautiful type is extremely rare! Chedi (or Chetiya) Janapada, covering parts of Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra, was one of the original 16 Janapadas. Sometimes in ca.4th century, the Vidarbha region (previousely a part of Chetiya) became independent.
Bronze kasu, anonymous 18th century issue from Mysore, South India - type with a - Elephant walking left within a dotted border, sun and moon above / Crossed lines and circles. 14mm, 2.73 grams. Uncertain mint. KM #152. This coin is a part of a large issue of various anonymous bronze kasus produced in the 18th century (and probably earlier) at various mints around Mysore. These coins are poorly studied and understood.
Extremely nice and rare! Silver punchmarked 1/2 karshapana from Cheitya Janapada - Four punchmarks - an elephant, two geometric symbols and and interesting large symbol consisting of three tourine symbols, curcles and a border of dot / Blank. 16mmx17mm, 1.61 grams. Rajgor - (similar to series 22 and 26) The coins from the hoard from Chhindawara in Madhya Pradesh. Their addtribution is to Chetiya Janapada and is based on the find spots of these types of coins. This beautiful type is very rare. Chedi (or Chetiya) Janapada, covering parts of Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra, was one of the original 16 Janapadas. Sometimes in ca.4th century, the Vidarbha region (previousely a part of Chetiya) became independent.
Bronze kasu, anonymous 18th century issue from Mysore, South India - type with a - Horse running right, uncertain symbols above, all within a circle of dots / Crossed lines, uncertain Kanarese letters. 14mm, 2.96 grams. Uncertain mint. KM #161. This coin is a part of a large issue of various anonymous bronze kasus produced in the 18th century (and probably earlier) at various mints around Mysore. These coins are poorly studied and understood.
Extremely nice and rare double-sided coin! Silver punchmarked 1/2 karshapana fro - Very rare overstruck or double-sided coin, seems to be unpublished. Of numismatic interest, as coins like this one help to establish the relative age of different types. Four punchmarks - an elephant, two "flower" punches and one decorated double-crescent punchmark / Four punchmarks (only two are legible - an elephant and a tourine symbol decorated with large dots).
Quality billon 2-ghani of Ghiyath al-Din Balban (1266-1287 AD), Sultanate of Del - Ghiyasuddin Balban (reigned: 1266 1287 as a Sultan of Delhi) was a son of a Central Asian Turkic noble of the Ilbari tribe, but as a child he was captured by Mongols and sold as a slave at Ghazni. Later, he was bought by Sultan Iltutmish in 1232 CE.
Bronze kasu, anonymous 18th century issue from Mysore, South India - type with a - Elephant walking left within a dotted border, inverted crescent moon above / Crossed lines and circles. 13mm, 2.73 grams. Uncertain mint. KM #153. This coin is a part of a large issue of various anonymous bronze kasus produced in the 18th century (and probably earlier) at various mints around Mysore. These coins are poorly studied and understood.
Bronze kasu, anonymous 18th century issue from Mysore, South India - type with a - Elephant walking left within a dotted border, sun and moon above / Crossed lines and circles. 14mm, 2.79 grams. Uncertain mint. KM #152. This coin is a part of a large issue of various anonymous bronze kasus produced in the 18th century (and probably earlier) at various mints around Mysore. These coins are poorly studied and understood.
Bronze kasu, anonymous 18th century issue from Mysore, South India - type with a - Horse running left / Crossed lines, uncertain Kanarese letters. 14mm, 3.04 grams. Uncertain mint. KM #167. This coin is a part of a large issue of various anonymous bronze kasus produced in the 18th century (and probably earlier) at various mints around Mysore. These coins are poorly studied and understood.
Extremely nice and rare! Silver punchmarked 1/2 karshapana from Cheitya Janapada - Four punchmarks - an elephant, two geometric symbols and and interesting large symbol consisting of three tourine symbols, curcles and a border of dot / Blank. 19mmx14mm, 1.68 grams. Rajgor - (similar to series 22 and 26) The coins from the hoard from Chhindawara in Madhya Pradesh. Their addtribution is to Chetiya Janapada and is based on the find spots of these types of coins. This beautiful type is very rare. Chedi (or Chetiya) Janapada, covering parts of Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra, was one of the original 16 Janapadas. Sometimes in ca.4th century, the Vidarbha region (previousely a part of Chetiya) became independent.
Very unusual style! Bronze kasu, anonymous 18th century issue from Mysore, South - Elephant walking left within a dotted border, inverted crescent moon above / Crossed lines, Kanarese numeral "4" twice. 12mm, 1.65 grams. Uncertain mint. KM #153 var. Very unusual style, very different from the normal coins of this type. The style of the boar or elephant is very similar to the style of the gold fanams. This coin is a part of a large issue of various anonymous bronze kasus produced in the 18th century (and probably earlier) at various mints around Mysore. These coins are poorly studied and understood.
Bronze kasu, anonymous 18th century issue from Mysore, South India - type with a - Horse running right, uncertain symbols above, all within a circle of dots / Crossed lines, uncertain Kanarese letters. 14mm, 3.05 grams. Uncertain mint. KM #161. This coin is a part of a large issue of various anonymous bronze kasus produced in the 18th century (and probably earlier) at various mints around Mysore. These coins are poorly studied and understood.
Bronze kasu, anonymous 18th century issue from Mysore, South India - type with a - Elephant walking right within a dotted border / Crossed lines. 14mm, 2.96 grams. Uncertain mint. KM #149. This coin is a part of a large issue of various anonymous bronze kasus produced in the 18th century (and probably earlier) at various mints around Mysore. These coins are poorly studied and understood.
Extremely rare type! Silver punchmarked 1/2 karshapana from Cheitya Janapada, ca - Four punchmarks - an elephant, two decorated circle and crescent symbols and a "flattened chicken with circles" symbol / Blank. 17mmx14mm, 1.65 grams. Rajgor - (similar to series 22 and 26). The coins from the hoard from Chhindawara in Madhya Pradesh. Their addtribution is to Chetiya Janapada and is based on the find spots of these types of coins. This beautiful type is extremely rare! Chedi (or Chetiya) Janapada, covering parts of Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra, was one of the original 16 Janapadas. Sometimes in ca.4th century, the Vidarbha region (previousely a part of Chetiya) became independent.
Extremely nice and rare! Silver punchmarked 1/2 karshapana from Cheitya Janapada - Four punchmarks - an elephant, two geometric symbols and and interesting large symbol consisting of three tourine symbols, curcles and a border of dot / Blank. 16mmx15mm, 1.66 grams. Rajgor - (similar to series 22 and 26) The coins from the hoard from Chhindawara in Madhya Pradesh. Their addtribution is to Chetiya Janapada and is based on the find spots of these types of coins. This beautiful type is very rare. Chedi (or Chetiya) Janapada, covering parts of Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra, was one of the original 16 Janapadas. Sometimes in ca.4th century, the Vidarbha region (previousely a part of Chetiya) became independent.
Extremely rare type! Silver punchmarked 1/2 karshapana from Cheitya Janapada, ca - Four punchmarks - an elephant, two geometric symbols consisting of three tourine symbols, and one symbol consisting of 3 S-shaped symbols within border of dots / Blank. 19mmx10mm, 1.67 grams. Rajgor - (similar to series 22 and 26). The coins from the hoard from Chhindawara in Madhya Pradesh. Their addtribution is to Chetiya Janapada and is based on the find spots of these types of coins. This beautiful type is extremely rare! Chedi (or Chetiya) Janapada, covering parts of Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra, was one of the original 16 Janapadas. Sometimes in ca.4th century, the Vidarbha region (previousely a part of Chetiya) became independent.
Bronze kasu, anonymous 18th century issue from Mysore, South India - type with a - Elephant walking right within a dotted border / Crossed lines. 14mm, 3.08 grams. Uncertain mint. KM #149. This coin is a part of a large issue of various anonymous bronze kasus produced in the 18th century (and probably earlier) at various mints around Mysore. These coins are poorly studied and understood.
Extremely nice and rare! Silver punchmarked 1/2 karshapana from Cheitya Janapada - Four punchmarks - an elephant, two geometric symbols and and interesting large symbol consisting of three tourine symbols, curcles and a border of dot / Blank. 19mmx14mm, 1.68 grams. Rajgor - (similar to series 22 and 26) The coins from the hoard from Chhindawara in Madhya Pradesh. Their addtribution is to Chetiya Janapada and is based on the find spots of these types of coins. This beautiful type is very rare. Chedi (or Chetiya) Janapada, covering parts of Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra, was one of the original 16 Janapadas. Sometimes in ca.4th century, the Vidarbha region (previousely a part of Chetiya) became independent.
Bronze kasu, anonymous 18th century issue from Mysore, South India - type with a - Horse running right, uncertain symbols above, all within a circle of dots / Crossed lines, uncertain Kanarese letters. 15mm, 3.14 grams. Uncertain mint. KM #161. This coin is a part of a large issue of various anonymous bronze kasus produced in the 18th century (and probably earlier) at various mints around Mysore. These coins are poorly studied and understood.
Silver drachm of Emperor Samprati (ca.216-207 BC), Mauryan Empire, India (G/H#57 - Samrat Samprati was an emperor of Maurya dynasty. He was the son of Ashoka's blind son, Kunala. The Mauryan Empire was an geographically extensive ancient Indian Iron Age historical power in South Asia based in Magadha, having been founded by Chandragupta Maurya in 322 BCE, and existing in loose-knit fashion until 185 BCE.
Silver drachm of Emperor Samprati (ca. 216-207 BCE), Mauryan Empire, India (G/H# - Samrat Samprati was an emperor of Maurya dynasty. He was the son of Ashoka's blind son, Kunala. The Mauryan Empire was an geographically extensive ancient Indian Iron Age historical power in South Asia based in Magadha, having been founded by Chandragupta Maurya in 322 BCE, and existing in loose-knit fashion until 185 BCE.
Silver karshapana, King Samprati (c. 216-207 BCE), Mauryan Empire, India (G/H 57 - Samrat Samprati was an emperor of Maurya dynasty. He was the son of Ashoka's blind son, Kunala. The Mauryan Empire was an geographically extensive ancient Indian Iron Age historical power in South Asia based in Magadha, having been founded by Chandragupta Maurya in 322 BCE, and existing in loose-knit fashion until 185 BCE.
Bronze kasu, anonymous 18th century issue from Mysore, South India - type with G - God Garuda kneeling left, all within a circle of dots / Crossed lines, uncertain Kanarese letters. 14mm, 2.83 grams. Uncertain mint. KM #158. This coin is a part of a large issue of various anonymous bronze kasus produced in the 18th century (and probably earlier) at various mints around Mysore. These coins are poorly studied and understood.
Bronze kasu, anonymous 18th century issue from Mysore, South India - type with a - Elephant walking left within a dotted border / Crossed lines. 14mm, 3.08 grams. Uncertain mint. KM #147. This coin is a part of a large issue of various anonymous bronze kasus produced in the 18th century (and probably earlier) at various mints around Mysore. These coins are poorly studied and understood.
Bronze kasu, anonymous 18th century issue from Mysore, South India - type with a - Elephant walking left within a dotted border, inverted crescent moon above / Crossed lines and circles. 13mm, 2.81 grams. Uncertain mint. KM #153. This coin is a part of a large issue of various anonymous bronze kasus produced in the 18th century (and probably earlier) at various mints around Mysore. These coins are poorly studied and understood.
Bronze kasu, anonymous 18th century issue from Mysore, South India - type with a - Elephant walking left within a dotted border, sun and moon above / Crossed lines and circles. 14mm, 2.78 grams. Uncertain mint. KM #152. This coin is a part of a large issue of various anonymous bronze kasus produced in the 18th century (and probably earlier) at various mints around Mysore. These coins are poorly studied and understood.
Silver karshapana, Emperor Samprati (ca.216-207 BC), Mauryan Empire, India (G/H# - Samrat Samprati was an emperor of Maurya dynasty. He was the son of Ashoka's blind son, Kunala. The Mauryan Empire was an geographically extensive ancient Indian Iron Age historical power in South Asia based in Magadha, having been founded by Chandragupta Maurya in 322 BCE, and existing in loose-knit fashion until 185 BCE.
Silver karshapana, Emperor Samprati (ca.216-207 BCE), Mauryan Empire, India (G/H - Samrat Samprati was an emperor of Maurya dynasty. He was the son of Ashoka's blind son, Kunala. The Mauryan Empire was an geographically extensive ancient Indian Iron Age historical power in South Asia based in Magadha, having been founded by Chandragupta Maurya in 322 BCE, and existing in loose-knit fashion until 185 BCE.
Silver karshapana, Emperor Samprati (ca. 216-207 BCE), Mauryan Empire, India (G/ - Samrat Samprati was an emperor of Maurya dynasty. He was the son of Ashoka's blind son, Kunala. The Mauryan Empire was an geographically extensive ancient Indian Iron Age historical power in South Asia based in Magadha, having been founded by Chandragupta Maurya in 322 BCE, and existing in loose-knit fashion until 185 BCE.
Silver karshapana, King Samprati (c. 216-207 BC), Mauryan Empire, India (G/H#575 - Samrat Samprati was an emperor of Maurya dynasty. He was the son of Ashoka's blind son, Kunala. The Mauryan Empire was an geographically extensive ancient Indian Iron Age historical power in South Asia based in Magadha, having been founded by Chandragupta Maurya in 322 BCE, and existing in loose-knit fashion until 185 BCE.
Silver punch drachm of Kunala (ca.232-224 BC), Mauryan Empire, India G/H568 - Five punch-mark symbols (see below) / A single punch-mark (peacock on a three-arched hill). Irregular flat silver planchet, 13x13mm, 3.42 grams. Pataliputra mint. Gupta/Hardaker ISPC VI IV D 24 (#568); MACW 4182. SKU X156-49675 The Mauryan Empire was an geographically extensive ancient Indian Iron Age historical power in South Asia based in Magadha, having been founded by Chandragupta Maurya in 322 BCE, and existing in loose-knit fashion until 185 BCE. The Empire was immense, covering much of India and some of the neighboring states. It declined for about 50 years after Ashoka's rule, and dissolved in 185 BCE with the assassination of Brihadratha by Pushyamitra Shunga and foundation of the Shunga Empire in Magadha.
Quality billon 2-ghani of Ghiyath al-Din Balban (1266-1287 AD), Sultanate of Del - Ghiyasuddin Balban (reigned: 1266 1287 as a Sultan of Delhi) was a son of a Central Asian Turkic noble of the Ilbari tribe, but as a child he was captured by Mongols and sold as a slave at Ghazni. Later, he was bought by Sultan Iltutmish in 1232 CE.
Bronze kasu, anonymous 18th century issue from Mysore, South India - type with a - Elephant walking right within a dotted border / Crossed lines. 14mm, 2.98 grams. Uncertain mint. KM #149. This coin is a part of a large issue of various anonymous bronze kasus produced in the 18th century (and probably earlier) at various mints around Mysore. These coins are poorly studied and understood.
Silver drachm of Emperor Samprati (ca. 216-207 BC), Mauryan Empire, India (G/H#5 - Samrat Samprati was an emperor of Maurya dynasty. He was the son of Ashoka's blind son, Kunala. The Mauryan Empire was an geographically extensive ancient Indian Iron Age historical power in South Asia based in Magadha, having been founded by Chandragupta Maurya in 322 BCE, and existing in loose-knit fashion until 185 BCE.
Nice silver drachm of Samprati (c. 216-207 BC), Mauryan Empire, India (G/H 574) - Samrat Samprati was an emperor of Maurya dynasty. He was the son of Ashoka's blind son, Kunala. The Mauryan Empire was an geographically extensive ancient Indian Iron Age historical power in South Asia based in Magadha, having been founded by Chandragupta Maurya in 322 BCE, and existing in loose-knit fashion until 185 BCE.
Silver drachm of Emperor Samprati (ca.216-207 BC), Mauryan Empire, India (G/H#57 - Samrat Samprati was an emperor of Maurya dynasty. He was the son of Ashoka's blind son, Kunala. The Mauryan Empire was an geographically extensive ancient Indian Iron Age historical power in South Asia based in Magadha, having been founded by Chandragupta Maurya in 322 BCE, and existing in loose-knit fashion until 185 BCE.
Silver drachm of Samprati (ca.216-207 BC), Pataliputra, Mauryan Empire, India (G - Samprati (reigned 224 – 215 BCE) was an emperor of the Maurya dynasty. He was the son of Ashoka's blind son, Kunala, and succeeded his cousin, Dasharatha, as emperor of the Maurya Empire. He was the only great Mauryan emperor after Ashoka, and was a great patron of Jainism.
Silver drachm of Emperor Samprati (c.216-207 BC), Mauryan Empire, India (G/H#575 - Samrat Samprati was an emperor of Maurya dynasty. He was the son of Ashoka's blind son, Kunala. The Mauryan Empire was an geographically extensive ancient Indian Iron Age historical power in South Asia based in Magadha, having been founded by Chandragupta Maurya in 322 BCE, and existing in loose-knit fashion until 185 BCE.
High quality AR drachm of Samprati (c.216-207 BCE), Mauryan Empire, India (G/H 5 - Samrat Samprati was an emperor of Maurya dynasty. He was the son of Ashoka's blind son, Kunala. The Mauryan Empire was an geographically extensive ancient Indian Iron Age historical power in South Asia based in Magadha, having been founded by Chandragupta Maurya in 322 BCE, and existing in loose-knit fashion until 185 BCE.
Silver drachm of Samprati (c.216-207 BCE), Mauryan Empire, India (G/H 574) - Samrat Samprati was an emperor of Maurya dynasty. He was the son of Ashoka's blind son, Kunala. The Mauryan Empire was an geographically extensive ancient Indian Iron Age historical power in South Asia based in Magadha, having been founded by Chandragupta Maurya in 322 BCE, and existing in loose-knit fashion until 185 BCE.
Nice AR drachm of Emperor Samprati (ca.216-207 BC), Mauryan Empire, India (G/H#5 - Samrat Samprati was an emperor of Maurya dynasty. He was the son of Ashoka's blind son, Kunala. The Mauryan Empire was an geographically extensive ancient Indian Iron Age historical power in South Asia based in Magadha, having been founded by Chandragupta Maurya in 322 BCE, and existing in loose-knit fashion until 185 BCE.
AR drachm of Emperor Samprati (ca.216-207 BC), Mauryan Empire, India (G/H#574) - Samrat Samprati was an emperor of Maurya dynasty. He was the son of Ashoka's blind son, Kunala. The Mauryan Empire was an geographically extensive ancient Indian Iron Age historical power in South Asia based in Magadha, having been founded by Chandragupta Maurya in 322 BCE, and existing in loose-knit fashion until 185 BCE.
AR drachm of Emperor Samprati (c.216-207 BC), Mauryan Empire, India (G/H#574) - Samrat Samprati was an emperor of Maurya dynasty. He was the son of Ashoka's blind son, Kunala. The Mauryan Empire was an geographically extensive ancient Indian Iron Age historical power in South Asia based in Magadha, having been founded by Chandragupta Maurya in 322 BCE, and existing in loose-knit fashion until 185 BCE.
Scarce silver karshapana of Dasaratha (c.224-216 BC), Pataliputra, Mauryan Empir - Samprati (reigned 224 – 215 BCE) was an emperor of the Maurya dynasty. He was the son of Ashoka's blind son, Kunala, and succeeded his cousin, Dasharatha, as emperor of the Maurya Empire. He was the only great Mauryan emperor after Ashoka, and was a great patron of Jainism.
Nice silver drachm of Samprati (c. 216-207 BC), Mauryan Empire, India (G/H#574) - Samrat Samprati was an emperor of Maurya dynasty. He was the son of Ashoka's blind son, Kunala. The Mauryan Empire was an geographically extensive ancient Indian Iron Age historical power in South Asia based in Magadha, having been founded by Chandragupta Maurya in 322 BCE, and existing in loose-knit fashion until 185 BCE.
Silver drachm of Samprati (c. 216-207 BC), Mauryan Empire, India (G/H#574) - Samrat Samprati was an emperor of Maurya dynasty. He was the son of Ashoka's blind son, Kunala. The Mauryan Empire was an geographically extensive ancient Indian Iron Age historical power in South Asia based in Magadha, having been founded by Chandragupta Maurya in 322 BCE, and existing in loose-knit fashion until 185 BCE.
Silver drachm of Samprati (c. 216-207 BC), Mauryan Empire, India (G/H 574) - Samrat Samprati was an emperor of Maurya dynasty. He was the son of Ashoka's blind son, Kunala. The Mauryan Empire was an geographically extensive ancient Indian Iron Age historical power in South Asia based in Magadha, having been founded by Chandragupta Maurya in 322 BCE, and existing in loose-knit fashion until 185 BCE.
Silver drachm of Emperor Samprati (ca. 216-207 BC), Mauryan Empire, India (G/H#5 - Samrat Samprati was an emperor of Maurya dynasty. He was the son of Ashoka's blind son, Kunala. The Mauryan Empire was an geographically extensive ancient Indian Iron Age historical power in South Asia based in Magadha, having been founded by Chandragupta Maurya in 322 BCE, and existing in loose-knit fashion until 185 BCE.
Bronze kasu, anonymous 18th century issue from Mysore, South India - type with a - Elephant walking left within a dotted border / Crossed lines. 14mm, 2.83 grams. Uncertain mint. KM #147. This coin is a part of a large issue of various anonymous bronze kasus produced in the 18th century (and probably earlier) at various mints around Mysore. These coins are poorly studied and understood.
Superb and extremely rare gold lion-fanam with the legend in grid, Raja Sarabhaj - He was the third Raja of the Bhonsle dynasty. He consolidated the hold of Marathas over Thanjavur and patronised arts and literature. 6.5mm, 0.38 grams. Herrli #5.04.10. Thanjavur Marathas of the Bhonsle dynasty, were the rulers of Thanjavur principality of Tamil Nadu between the 17th to the 19th century C.E.
Bronze kasu, anonymous 18th century issue from Mysore, South India - type with a - Elephant walking left within a dotted border, sun and moon above / Crossed lines and circles. 14mm, 2.69 grams. Uncertain mint. KM #152. This coin is a part of a large issue of various anonymous bronze kasus produced in the 18th century (and probably earlier) at various mints around Mysore. These coins are poorly studied and understood.
Bronze kasu, anonymous 18th century issue from Mysore, South India - type with a - Elephant walking left within a dotted border, inverted crescent moon above / Crossed lines and circles. 13mm, 2.68 grams. Uncertain mint. KM #153. This coin is a part of a large issue of various anonymous bronze kasus produced in the 18th century (and probably earlier) at various mints around Mysore. These coins are poorly studied and understood.
Extremely nice and rare! Silver punchmarked 1/2 karshapana from Cheitya Janapada - Four punchmarks - an elephant, two geometric symbols and and interesting large symbol consisting of three tourine symbols, curcles and a border of dot / Blank. 18mmx12mm, 1.62 grams. Rajgor - (similar to series 22 and 26) The coins from the hoard from Chhindawara in Madhya Pradesh. Their addtribution is to Chetiya Janapada and is based on the find spots of these types of coins. This beautiful type is very rare. Chedi (or Chetiya) Janapada, covering parts of Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra, was one of the original 16 Janapadas. Sometimes in ca.4th century, the Vidarbha region (previousely a part of Chetiya) became independent.
AE unit (kakini of 20-ratti) of Ganapati Naga, ca.340 AD, Nagas of Narwar, India - The Naga Kings held a large territory in Malwa and other regions (expending their territory as far as Mathura in the middle of the third century AD by taking it from the weakening Kushans). The last of the Nagas, Ganapati Naga, submitted to the Gupta Emperor Samudragupta.
AE drachm of Rupa Chandra II (second half of the 14th century), Kangra Kingdom, - Kangra is a district is in the western part of Himachal Pradesh, in the low foothills of the Himalayas. It was the place of an ancient Hindu Kangra Kingdom. The kings of Kangra are almost unknown in history, their existence was shadowy and the dating of their reigns is tentative.Their coins are fairly scarce, not well-studied and difficult to find.
Rare ruler! AE drachm of Avatar Chandra Deva (late 15th century AD (?)), Kangra - Stylized horseman right / Inscriptions in 3 lines: "Maharaja Sri Avatar Chan Deva". Scarce. Much nicer than these usually are. 14mm, 2.79 grams. "The Catalogue of Katoch rulers of Kangra"#501; Tye 76, Kangra is a district is in the western part of Himachal Pradesh, in the low foothills of the Himalayas. It was the place of an ancient Hindu Kangra Kingdom. The kings of Kangra are almost unknown in history, their existence was shadowy and the dating of their reigns is tentative. Their coins are fairly scarce, not well-studied and difficult to find.
Rare ruler! Bronze drachm Karma Chandra Deva (15th century AD (?)), Kangra Kingd - Kangra is a district is in the western part of Himachal Pradesh, in the low foothills of the Himalayas. It was the place of an ancient Hindu Kangra Kingdom. The kings of Kangra are almost unknown in history, their existence was shadowy and the dating of their reigns is tentative.
Mystery early barbarous bronze drachm (ca.13th century), Kangra Kingdom, India - Kangra is a district is in the western part of Himachal Pradesh, in the low foothills of the Himalayas. It was the place of an ancient Hindu Kangra Kingdom. The kings of Kangra are almost unknown in history, their existence was shadowy and the dating of their reigns is tentative.Their coins are fairly scarce, not well-studied and difficult to find.
Billon drachm of Triloka Chandra II (15th century AD (?)), Kangra Kingdom, India - Kangra is a district is in the western part o fHimachal Pradesh, in the low foothills of the Himalayas. It was the place of anancient Hindu Kangra Kingdom. The kings of Kangra are almost unknown inhistory, their existence was shadowy and the dating of their reigns istentative.
Rare ruler! Bronze drachm Karma Chandra Deva (15th century AD (?)), Kangra Kingd - Kangra is a district is in the western part of Himachal Pradesh, in the low foothills of the Himalayas. It was the place of an ancient Hindu Kangra Kingdom. The kings of Kangra are almost unknown in history, their existence was shadowy and the dating of their reigns is tentative.
Rare ruler! Bronze drachm Karma Chandra Deva (15th century AD (?)), Kangra Kingd - Kangra is a district is in the western part of Himachal Pradesh, in the low foothills of the Himalayas. It was the place of an ancient Hindu Kangra Kingdom. The kings of Kangra are almost unknown in history, their existence was shadowy and the dating of their reigns is tentative.
AE drachm of Rupa Chandra II (second half of the 14th century), Kangra Kingdom, - Kangra is a district is in the western part of Himachal Pradesh, in the low foothills of the Himalayas. It was the place of an ancient Hindu Kangra Kingdom. The kings of Kangra are almost unknown in history, their existence was shadowy and the dating of their reigns is tentative.Their coins are fairly scarce, not well-studied and difficult to find.
AE drachm of Rupa Chandra II (second half of the 14th century), Kangra Kingdom, - Kangra is a district is in the western part of Himachal Pradesh, in the low foothills of the Himalayas. It was the place of an ancient Hindu Kangra Kingdom. The kings of Kangra are almost unknown in history, their existence was shadowy and the dating of their reigns is tentative.Their coins are fairly scarce, not well-studied and difficult to find.
Superb! AE drachm of Singar Chandra Deva (late 1400s), Kangra Kingdom (Tye 70) - Stylized horseman right / Inscriptions in 3 lines: "Maharaja Sri Singar Chandra Deva". Scarce. Much nicer than these usually are. 13mm, 3.24 grams. "The Catalogue of Katoch rulers of Kangra"#457-498; Tye 70. Kangra is a district is in the western part of Himachal Pradesh, in the low foothills of the Himalayas. It was the place of an ancient Hindu Kangra Kingdom. The kings of Kangra are almost unknown in history, their existence was shadowy and the dating of their reigns is tentative. Their coins are fairly scarce, not well-studied and difficult to find.
AE drachm of Apurva Chandra Deva (ca.1340-1351 (?) AD), Kangra Kingdom (Tye #66) - Stylized horseman right / Stylized bull, inscriptions above ("Sri Apurva Chandra"). Scarce. Much nicer than these usually are. 14mm, 3.40 grams. "The Catalogue of Katoch rulers of Kangra"#148 or similar; Tye 66.. Kangra is a district is in the western part of Himachal Pradesh, in the low foothills of the Himalayas. It was the place of an ancient Hindu Kangra Kingdom. The kings of Kangra are almost unknown in history, their existence was shadowy and the dating of their reigns is tentative.Their coins are fairly scarce, not well-studied and difficult to find.
Superb! AE drachm of Singar Chandra Deva (late 15th century AD (?)), Kangra King - Stylized horseman right / Inscriptions in 3 lines: "Maharaja Sri Singar Chandra Deva". Scarce. Much nicer than these usually are. 14mm, 2.92 grams. "The Catalogue of Katoch rulers of Kangra"#457-498; Tye 70. Kangra is a district is in the western part of Himachal Pradesh, in the low foothills of the Himalayas. It was the place of an ancient Hindu Kangra Kingdom. The kings of Kangra are almost unknown in history, their existence was shadowy and the dating of their reigns is tentative. Their coins are fairly scarce, not well-studied and difficult to find.
Scarce billon drachm of Kapa Chandra Deva (before ca.1340 AD), Kangra Kingdom, I - Stylized horseman right / Stylized bull, inscriptions above ("Sri Kapa Chandra"). Scarce. Much nicer than these usually are. 13mm, 2.87 grams. "The Catalogue of Katoch rulers of Kangra"#126ff; Tye 64.1. Kangra is a district is in the western part of Himachal Pradesh, in the low foothills of the Himalayas. It was the place of an ancient Hindu Kangra Kingdom. The kings of Kangra are almost unknown in history, their existence was shadowy and the dating of their reigns is tentative.Their coins are fairly scarce, not well-studied and difficult to find.
AE drachm of Apurva Chandra Deva (ca.1340-1351 AD), Kangra Kingdom (Tye #66) - Stylized horseman right / Stylized bull, inscriptions above ("Sri Apurva Chandra"). Scarce. Much nicer than these usually are. 14mm, 3.27 grams. "The Catalogue of Katoch rulers of Kangra"#148 or similar; Tye 66.. Kangra is a district is in the western part of Himachal Pradesh, in the low foothills of the Himalayas. It was the place of an ancient Hindu Kangra Kingdom. The kings of Kangra are almost unknown in history, their existence was shadowy and the dating of their reigns is tentative.Their coins are fairly scarce, not well-studied and difficult to find.
Bronze drachm of Triloka Chandra I (ca. late 13th century), Kangra Kingdom, Indi - Kangra is a district is in the western part of Himachal Pradesh, in the low foothills of the Himalayas. It was the place of an ancient Hindu Kangra Kingdom. The kings of Kangra are almost unknown in history, their existence was shadowy and the dating of their reigns is tentative.Their coins are fairly scarce, not well-studied and difficult to find.
AE drachm of Rupa Chandra II (second half of the 14th century), Kangra Kingdom, - Kangra is a district is in the western part of Himachal Pradesh, in the low foothills of the Himalayas. It was the place of an ancient Hindu Kangra Kingdom. The kings of Kangra are almost unknown in history, their existence was shadowy and the dating of their reigns is tentative.Their coins are fairly scarce, not well-studied and difficult to find.
Scarce billon drachm of Kapa Chandra Deva (before ca.1340 AD), Kangra Kingdom, I - Stylized horseman right / Stylized bull, inscriptions above ("Sri Kapa Chandra"). Scarce. Much nicer than these usually are. 13mm, 3.15 grams. "The Catalogue of Katoch rulers of Kangra"#126ff; Tye 64.1. Kangra is a district is in the western part of Himachal Pradesh, in the low foothills of the Himalayas. It was the place of an ancient Hindu Kangra Kingdom. The kings of Kangra are almost unknown in history, their existence was shadowy and the dating of their reigns is tentative.Their coins are fairly scarce, not well-studied and difficult to find.
Rare AR karshapana of Samprati (c.216-207 BC), Ujjain, Mauryan Empire, India (G/ - Five punched symbols: 3 figures, rooster on stupa and geometrical symbol / Banker's mark. 11mmx13mm, 3.39 grams. Malwa mint (Ujjain). Mitchiner ACW 4246-4247; Gupta/Hardaker ISPC VII I C 26 (#586) Mitchiner attributes these coins to Samprati, some other authorities attribute this type to Kunala. Samprati (reigned 224 – 215 BCE) was an emperor of the Maurya dynasty. He was the son of Ashoka's blind son, Kunala, and succeeded his cousin, Dasharatha, as emperor of the Maurya Empire. He was the only great Mauryan emperor after Ashoka, and was a great patron of Jainism.
AE drachm of Rupa Chandra II (second half of the 14th century), Kangra Kingdom, - Kangra is a district is in the western part of Himachal Pradesh, in the low foothills of the Himalayas. It was the place of an ancient Hindu Kangra Kingdom. The kings of Kangra are almost unknown in history, their existence was shadowy and the dating of their reigns is tentative.Their coins are fairly scarce, not well-studied and difficult to find.
Billon jital of Iltutmish (1210-1235) with number "1" on the bull, Sultanate of - Shams-ud-din Iltutmis (1210–1236) was the third ruler of the Mamluk dynasty of Delhi of Turkic origin. He was the Governor of Badaun when he deposed Qutub-ud-din's successor Aram Shah and acceeded to the throne of the Delhi Sultanate in 1211.
Silver drachm of Madana Palla Deva (ca.1145-1167), Rajas of Delhi, India - Horseman right, holding standard, Nagari legend: SRI MA-DANA PALA DEVA / Bull facing left, Nagari legend above: MADHAVA-SRI SAMANTA DEVA. Decent silver, large flan - 16.5mm, 3.22 grams. Mint of Delhi, Tye #45.1. The silver drachms (or jitals) were issued by 9 different Tomaras and Chauhan Rajas of Delhi. These coins of the Hindu Delhi Rajas were copied by Muhammed bin Sam and some later muslim rulers of Delhi. These coins are made of fairly decent silver and of large flans. They are not exactly rare, but they do not show up on the market very often and are difficult to find.
Silver drachm of Madana Palla Deva (ca.1145-1167), Rajas of Delhi, India - Horseman right, holding standard, Nagari legend: SRI MA-DANA PALA DEVA / Bull facing left, Nagari legend above: MADHAVA-SRI SAMANTA DEVA. Decent silver, large flan - 16.5mm, 3.05 grams. Mint of Delhi, Tye #45.1. The silver drachms (or jitals) were issued by 9 different Tomaras and Chauhan Rajas of Delhi. These coins of the Hindu Delhi Rajas were copied by Muhammed bin Sam and some later muslim rulers of Delhi. These coins are made of fairly decent silver and of large flans. They are not exactly rare, but they do not show up on the market very often and are difficult to find.
Quality silver 2 ghani of Ghiyath al-Din Balban (1266-1287 AD), Sultanate of Del - Ghiyasuddin Balban (reigned: 1266 – 1287 as a Sultan of Delhi) was a son of a Central Asian Turkic noble of the Ilbari tribe, but as a child he was captured by Mongols and sold as a slave at Ghazni. Later, he was bought by Sultan Iltutmish in 1232 CE.
Billon jital of Iltutmish (1210-1235) with number "1" on the bull, Sultanate of - Shams-ud-din Iltutmis (1210–1236) was the third ruler of the Mamluk dynasty of Delhi of Turkic origin. He was the Governor of Badaun when he deposed Qutub-ud-din's successor Aram Shah and acceeded to the throne of the Delhi Sultanate in 1211.
Billon tanka of Sikandar Shah Lodi (1488-1517 AD), 894 AH / 1488 AD, Sultanate o - Sikandar was the son of Sultan Bahlul Khan Lodi and Bibi Ambha, the daughter of a Hindu goldsmith of Sirhind. Sikandar was of Afghan origin through his father. He died in 1517 and has an elaborate burial tomb that resides in Lodi Gardens, Delhi.
Quality billon tanka of Nasir al-Din Mahmud Shah (1440-1456 AD), 857 AH / 1453, - Mahmud shah bin ibrahim shah sultani khulidat mamlakatahu / al-khalifa amir al-mu minin khulidat khilafatahu. 19mm, 9.65 grams. Dated to 857 AH =1453. White colour, decent quality billon. "The Coins of the Indian Sultanates" J12; Rajgor 2713.
Billon tanka of Sikandar Shah Lodi (1488-1517 AD), 903 AH / 1497, Sultanate of D - Sikandar was the son of Sultan Bahlul Khan Lodi and Bibi Ambha, the daughter of a Hindu goldsmith of Sirhind. Sikandar was of Afghan origin through his father. He died in 1517 and has an elaborate burial tomb that resides in Lodi Gardens, Delhi.
Quality silver 2 ghani of Ghiyath al-Din Balban (1266-1287 AD), Sultanate of Del - Ghiyasuddin Balban (reigned: 1266 – 1287 as a Sultan of Delhi) was a son of a Central Asian Turkic noble of the Ilbari tribe, but as a child he was captured by Mongols and sold as a slave at Ghazni. Later, he was bought by Sultan Iltutmish in 1232 CE.
Bronze drachm (with silvering) of Triloka Chandra I (ca. late 13th century), Kan - Stylized horseman right / Brahmi inscriptions in 3 lines: Maharaja / Sri Triloka / Chandra Deva. Scarce. Much nicer than these usually are. 14mm, 3.06 grams. "The Catalogue of Katoch rulers of Kangra"#17 or similar; Tye 68. The reverse shows some silvering. Kangra is a district is in the western part of Himachal Pradesh, in the low foothills of the Himalayas. It was the place of an ancient Hindu Kangra Kingdom. The kings of Kangra are almost unknown in history, their existence was shadowy and the dating of their reigns is tentative.Their coins are fairly scarce, not well-studied and difficult to find.
High quality jital, Sultan Iltutmish (1210-1235), Delhi mint, Sultanate of Delhi - Shams-ud-din Iltutmis (1210–1236) was the third ruler of the Mamluk dynasty of Delhi of Turkic origin. He was the Governor of Badaun when he deposed Qutub-ud-din's successor Aram Shah and acceeded to the throne of the Delhi Sultanate in 1211.
Billon jital of Iltutmish (1210-1235) with number "1" on the bull, Sultanate of - Shams-ud-din Iltutmis (1210–1236) was the third ruler of the Mamluk dynasty of Delhi of Turkic origin. He was the Governor of Badaun when he deposed Qutub-ud-din's successor Aram Shah and acceeded to the throne of the Delhi Sultanate in 1211.
AE drachm of Singar Chandra Deva (late 15th century AD (?)), Kangra Kingdom (Tye - Stylized horseman right / Inscriptions in 3 lines: "Maharaja Sri Singar Chandra Deva". Scarce. Much nicer than these usually are. 14mm, 3.48 grams. "The Catalogue of Katoch rulers of Kangra"#457-498; Tye 70. Kangra is a district is in the western part of Himachal Pradesh, in the low foothills of the Himalayas. It was the place of an ancient Hindu Kangra Kingdom. The kings of Kangra are almost unknown in history, their existence was shadowy and the dating of their reigns is tentative. Their coins are fairly scarce, not well-studied and difficult to find.
Silver drachm of Madana Palla Deva (ca.1145-1167), Rajas of Delhi, India - Horseman right, holding standard, Nagari legend: SRI MA-DANA PALA DEVA / Bull facing left, Nagari legend above: MADHAVA-SRI SAMANTA DEVA. Decent silver, large flan - 15mm, 3.12 grams. Mint of Delhi, Tye #45.1. The silver drachms (or jitals) were issued by 9 different Tomaras and Chauhan Rajas of Delhi. These coins of the Hindu Delhi Rajas were copied by Muhammed bin Sam and some later muslim rulers of Delhi. These coins are made of fairly decent silver and of large flans. They are not exactly rare, but they do not show up on the market very often and are difficult to find.
Rare contemporary forgery - silver rupee, Mohamed Shah (1719-1748), Shahjahanaba - Rare contemporary forgery - silver rupee, Mohamed Shah (1719-1748), Shahjahanabad, Mughal Empire, India Persian inscriptions on both sides. Dated to 1111 AH / RY 8 = 1726/1727. 22mm, 11.12 grams. Dar ul-Khalifat Shahjahanabad mint. Krause 437.4. SKU x512-w35098 Very awkward style, with stylized and incorrect legends. Probably a contemporary forgery, very interesting and rare.
RRR square silver sasnu of Akbar (1556-1605) from Kashmir, Mughal Empire - Azam muhammed Jalal al-Din Akbar badshah // Zarb Kashmir with mint formula and date written out in the margins. Dated to (96)5 AH (1557 CE) on obverse. 16mmx16mm, 6.09 grams. "The coins of the Islamic Sultanates" K-151.Rare and hard to find! Struck during the reign of Muhammad Ghazi Shah in the name of the Mughal Emperor Akbar the Great.
Very rare! AE hemidrachm of Hormazd I Kushanshah (ca. 265-95 AD), Harid (?), Kus - Pehlavi inscription: AUHRaMaZDI MaLKA, Bust of the king right, wearing a lion crown / Pehlavi inscription: BWRZ'Y NDY YZTY, Shiva standing in front of bull. 19mm, 4.00 grams. Harid mint. Cribb SI 19, #22; Gobl Kushan 1034. SKU X3583-18087 The type with the Shiva and bull on the reverse is very rare.
Rare AE hemidrachm of Varahran II (c.350-56 AD), Harid, Kushano-Sassanians (Kush - Pehlavi inscription: VaRaHRAN, Bust of the king right, wearing a "ram-horns" crown with an "artichoke" ornament above / Pehlavi inscription: BWRZ'Y NDY YZTY, Half length figure of Ahura-Mazda rising from altar, holding wreath and trident. 15mm, 1.39 grams. Harid mint. MACW 1312-1313. SKU x5397-5343 The attribution to Varahran II was made by Mitchiner. It is questioned by some other numismatists (this type is sometimes attributed to "Peroz III of Gandhara", a ruler of a successor-state of Kushanshahs.
Billon 1/2 tanka of Ibrahim (1402-40), Sultanate of Jaunpur, India (J-7) - The Jaunpur Sultanate attained its greatest height under the younger brother of Mubarak Shah, who ruled as Shams ud-din Ibrahim Shah (ruled 1402-1440). To the east, his kingdom extended to Bihar, and to the west, to Kanauj; he even marched on Delhi at one point.
Rare AE hemidrachm of Varahran II Kushanshah (c.350-56 AD), Harid, Kushano-Sassa - Pehlavi inscription: VaRaHRAN, Bust of the king right, wearing a "ram-horns" crown with an "artichoke" ornament above / Pehlavi inscription: BWRZ'Y NDY YZTY, Half length figure of Ahura-Mazda rising from altar, holding wreath and trident. 15mm, 1.41 grams. Harid mint. MACW 1312-1313. SKU X5399-53431 The attribution to Varahran II was made by Mitchiner. It is questioned by some other numismatists (this type is sometimes attributed to "Peroz III of Gandhara", a ruler of a successor-state of Kushanshahs.
AE 1/2 kakini of 10-ratti of Ganapati Naga, ca.340 AD, Nagas of Narwar, India - - The Naga Kings held a large territory in Malwa and other regions (expending their territory as far as Mathura in the middle of the third century AD by taking it from the weakening Kushans). The last of the Nagas, Ganapati Naga, submitted to the Gupta Emperor Samudragupta.
Billon tetradrachm of Aspavarma (c.15-45 CE), Apracha Indo-Scythians - Indravarmaputrasa Aspavarmasa Srtategasa jayatasa ("of victorious Strategos Aspavarma, son of Indravarma"). 20mm, 10.05 grams. Senior 183. The Apracharaja capital, known as Apracapura (also Avacapura), was located in the Bajaur district of the Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan.
Billon tetradrachm of Aspavarma (ca.15-45 CE), Apracha Indo-Scythians - Indravarmaputrasa Aspavarmasa Srtategasa jayatasa ("of victorious Strategos Aspavarma, son of Indravarma"). 20mm, 9.83 grams. Senior 183. The Apracharaja capital, known as Apracapura (also Avacapura), was located in the Bajaur district of the Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan.
Very rare unknown issue from Karnataka, combination of the Kali and Vira Raya ty - Degenerate Kali / Boar from the Vira Raya issues. 7mm, 0.35 grams. Uncertain mint in Karnataka. Herrli #3.03-3.03. Some enigmatic coins combine the obverse of a Kali fanam and a reverse of the "Vira Raya" fanam. We do not know where these coins were issued, but they are probably fairly early issues from petty chieftains in Karnataka, where the "Kali" and "Vira Raya" circulation territories met.
Bronze kasu, anonymous 18th century issue from Mysore, South India - type with m - Monkey-God Hanuman right, all within a circle of dots / Crossed lines, uncertain Kanarese letters. 15mm, 3,17 grams. Uncertain mint. KM #157. This coin is a part of a large issue of various anonymous bronze kasus produced in the 18th century (and probably earlier) at various mints around Mysore. These coins are poorly studied and understood.
Bronze anonymous 2-kasu, issued by the Rajas of Sivaganga (ca.1730-1801), Indepe - Two deities enthroned / Lingam surrounded by an outline of dots. 13mm, 3.39 grams. KM 6.2. Sivaganga, located in the extreme south of India, was the larger portion of the Kingdom of Ramnad controlled was controlled by Raja Sasivarnan (1730 - 1750) who divided Ramnad into five parts and retained three for himself and his successors. He granted the two parts to Sasivarnan of Nalukottai conferring on him the title of "Rajah Muthu Vijaya Regunatha Peria Oodayan". The following rulers of Sivaganga were Raja Sasivarnan (1730 - 1750 ), Raja Muthu Vaduganathan (1750 - 1772), Rani Velu Nachiyar(1772 - 1780)Maruthu brothers (1748-1801). In 1801 the territory was annexed by the British.
Bronze kasu, anonymous 18th century issue from Mysore, South India - type with a - Elephant walking left within a dotted border, inverted crescent moon above / Crossed lines and circles. 15mm, 2.68 grams. Uncertain mint. KM #153. This coin is a part of a large issue of various anonymous bronze kasus produced in the 18th century (and probably earlier) at various mints around Mysore. These coins are poorly studied and understood.
Silver drachm of Samprati (c.216-207 BC), Pataliputra, Mauryan Empire, India (G/ - Samrat Samprati was an emperor of Maurya dynasty. He was the son of Ashoka's blind son, Kunala. Five punched symbols / Banker's mark. 16mmx14mm, 3.20 grams. Pataliputra mint. Mitchiner ACW 4195-4196; Gupta/Hardaker ISPC VI IV F 145 (#574).
HUGE! Large silver vimshatika (42-manas) from Kashi Janapada, period of occupati - Four punchmarks / Large bankers' marks. 26mmx20mm, 4.68 grams. Rajgor "Punch-marked coins of early historic India" #823. In ca.525 BC Kashi, the long-time enemy of Kasala, was conquered by it, and was administered as a Kasal province until the conquest of Kasalaby Magadha in ca.475 BC. During the earlier part of this period, Kashi issued vimshatikas (heavy silver coins struck toa 42-mana standard), and later switched to a karshapana standard,closely adhering to the general layout of the Kasala coins. This coin, as well as a few other we are offering, are from a small hoard of large vimshatikas. They are all rare coins.
Unknown issue - gold Vira Raya fanam, possibly issued in Calicut, 16th-18th cent - The normal abstract Boar / Lion type. 8.5mm, 0.35 grams. Herrli #1.23.66. SKU x2350-w34844 This unknown type cannot be attributed to any known mint or issue, though (based on the general style), it probably originates in Calicut and probably dates to 17th-18th century. The type is publshed in Herrli, who also could not attribute it with any precision.
HUGE! Large silver vimshatika (42-manas) from Kashi Janapada, period of occupati - Four punchmarks / Large bankers' marks. 24mmx20mm, 4.74 grams. Rajgor "Punch-marked coins of early historic India" #825. In ca.525 BC Kashi, the long-time enemy of Kasala, was conquered by it, and was administered as a Kasal province until the conquest of Kasalaby Magadha in ca.475 BC. During the earlier part of this period, Kashi issued vimshatikas (heavy silver coins struck toa 42-mana standard), and later switched to a karshapana standard,closely adhering to the general layout of the Kasala coins. This coin, as well as a few other we are offering, are from a small hoard of large vimshatikas. They are all rare coins.
Unknown issue - gold Vira Raya fanam, possibly issued in Calicut, 16th-18th cent - The normal abstract Boar / Lion type. 8.5mm, 0.35 grams. Herrli #1.23.66. This unknown type cannot be attributed to any known mint or issue, though (based on the general style), it probably originates in Calicut and probably dates to 17th-18th century. The type is publshed in Herrli, who also could not attribute it with any precision.
Unknown issue - gold Vira Raya fanam, possibly issued in Calicut, 16th-18th cent - The normal abstract Boar / Lion type. 8.5mm, 0.35 grams. Herrli #1.23.66. This unknown type cannot be attributed to any known mint or issue, though (based on the general style), it probably originates in Calicut and probably dates to 17th-18th century. The type is publshed in Herrli, who also could not attribute it with any precision.
Bronze kasu, anonymous 18th century issue from Mysore, South India - type with G - God Garuda kneeling left, all within a circle of dots / Crossed lines, uncertain Kanarese letters. 14mm, 2.91 grams. Uncertain mint. KM #158. This coin is a part of a large issue of various anonymous bronze kasus produced in the 18th century (and probably earlier) at various mints around Mysore. These coins are poorly studied and understood.
Bronze kasu, anonymous 18th century issue from Mysore, South India - type with a - Horse running left / Crossed lines, uncertain Kanarese letters. 14mm, 3.04 grams. Uncertain mint. KM #167. This coin is a part of a large issue of various anonymous bronze kasus produced in the 18th century (and probably earlier) at various mints around Mysore. These coins are poorly studied and understood.
Bronze kasu, anonymous 18th century issue from Mysore, South India - type with a - Elephant walking right within a dotted border / Crossed lines. 14mm, 3.14 grams. Uncertain mint. KM #149. This coin is a part of a large issue of various anonymous bronze kasus produced in the 18th century (and probably earlier) at various mints around Mysore. These coins are poorly studied and understood.
Very rare silver tetradrachm of Kamnaskires V (54-33 BCE), Elymais Kingdom - Seleukeia on the Hedyphon mint. 27mm, 15.31 grams. Van't Haaf #9.1; Cf. Alram 463; cf. MACW 703. The succession of the Elamite kings is little understood; the recording of ordinal numbers and regnal years varies widely among the references.
The Parthian Kingdom, Meherdates (Circa 49-50 A.d). Silver Drachm. Rare. - THE PARTHIAN KINGDOM, MEHERDATES (CIRCA 49-50 A.D). SILVER DRACHM. Obverse. Bust of the king facing. Reverse. Archer seated right. Weight: 3.65 grams. Diameter: 22mm. Attractive example. Rare.(Thank you for viewing the coin. All our coins and artefacts are guaranteed to be genuine and authentic. We've been dealing in coins and antiquities for over 40 years. Questions about the coin are always welcome. Kind Regards, Ancient17).
[#1066390] Coin, Parthia (Kingdom of), Pacorus (also attr Vologases III), Drachm - Coin, Parthia (Kingdom of), Pacorus (also attr Vologases III), Drachm, 78-120. Bust of Pacorus left with long pointed beard., Archer (Arsaces I) enthroned right. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
Silver Sasanian drachm of Hormazd IV - Silver drachm of the Sasanian Hormazd IV. Like all Sasanian drachms, the reverse of this coin shows the Zoroastrian fire altar flanked by richly dressed attendants. Reference: Göbl Sasanian Numismatics, crown type I, reverse type 1.
Silver Sasanian drachm of Hormazd IV - Silver drachm of the Sasanian Hormazd IV. Like all Sasanian drachms, the reverse of this coin shows the Zoroastrian fire altar flanked by richly dressed attendants. Reference: Göbl Sasanian Numismatics, crown type I, reverse type 1.
ANCIENT INDIA - SATAVAHANA Empire - 150/180 AD - Elephant - RARE COIN - ANCIENT INDIA - SATAVAHANA Empire - 150/180 AD - Elephant. Satakarni was the third of the Satavahana kings, who ruled the Deccan region of India. Elephant right with trunk raised. The territory of the empire covered much of India from 230 BCE onward.
Rare Ancient Indo- Greek Kingdom Bronze Coin Group (6) 174-165 B.C. + or - - Ancient Indo- Greek Kingdom Bronze Coin Group (6) 174-165 B.C. + or -. As I am not a coin specialist for condition see photographs. Fine Condition - Expert appraisal C.O.A. I will always do my best to get back to you as soon as possible.
INDIA - Rama Lakshmana - Temple Token - Obv: Durbar Scene, depicting Royal coronation celebrations. Rama sits on a platform, with Sita to his right and. half-brother Lakshman standing far left holding the royal parasol. Opposite right are Rama’s other half-brothers, Baratha and Satrughna.
[#1066243] Coin, Parthia (Kingdom of), Vardanes II, Drachm, 55-58, Ekbatana, EF( - Coin, Parthia (Kingdom of), Vardanes II, Drachm, 55-58, Ekbatana, EF(40-45). Off-centre downward strike on an oval flan. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
ZURQIEH -AD654- EXCEPTIONAL QUALITY: Sasanian Empire. Shapur I (AD 241-272). AV - Sasanian Empire. Shapur I (AD 241-272). AV dinar (22mm, 7.65g). Mint I ("Ctesiphon”). Phase Ia, c. AD 240-244. Bust of Shapur I r., wearing crenellated crown with korymbos and long ear flap / Fire altar flanked by attendants facing outwards, holding scepters.
ZURQIEH -AD652- EXCEPTIONAL QUALITY: Sasanian Empire. Shapur I (AD 241-272). AV - Sasanian Empire. Shapur I (AD 241-272). AV dinar (22mm, 7.73g). Mint I ("Ctesiphon”). Phase II, c. AD 260-272. Bust of Shapur I r., wearing crenellated crown with korymbos and long ear flap / Fire altar flanked by attendants facing outwards, holding scepters.
ZURQIEH -AD747- Sasanian Empire. Shapur II (AD 309-379). Uncertain mint. AR drac - Sasanian Empire. Shapur II (AD 309-379). Uncertain mint. AR drachm (25mm, 4.20g). Sasanian Empire.Shapur II (AD 309-379). Bust of Shapur II r., wearing crenellated crown with korymbos/ Fire altar surmounted by bust r., flanked by attendants facing inwards and holding swords.
ZURQIEH -AD745- Sasanian Empire. Vahram IV (AD 388-399). Mint name illegible. AR - Sasanian Empire. Vahram IV (AD 388-399). AR drachm (26mm, 3.53g). 0Sasanian Empire. Vahran IV (AD 388-399). Bust of Vahran IV r., wearing crenellated crown with wing and korymbos/ Fire altar surmounted by bust r., flanked by attendants facing inwards and holding swords.
[#1066134] Coin, Sasanian Kings, Chosroès II, Hemidrachm, ca. 786-788, Tabarista - Coin, Sasanian Kings, Chosroès II, Hemidrachm, ca. 786-788, Tabaristan. Bust of Chosroes II crowned on the right., Jarir, Governor of Tabaristan. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts.
ANCIENT INDIA : HINDUSHAHI: Samanta Deva, 9th century, AE jital very rare Kabul - ANCIENT INDIA : HINDUSHAHI: Samanta Deva, 9th century, AE jital coin, ( 3.20 g ). elephant left, legend shri samanta deva above // lion right; much rarer than the common silver drachm of Samanta Deva, full strike with virtually no weakness, very rare in this quality, EF.
ANCIENT INDIA : Mauryan. Sunga Kingdom. 2nd century BC. AE Unique type swastika - Sunga Kingdom.Uncertain king, circa 2nd century BC. AE (Bronze, 2.49 g ). Elephant advancing left with indradhavaja below; to left, inverted taurine with swastika below. Rev. Three-arched hill above hollow cross on the left; Taurine above tree-in-railing on the right.
Rare Sikh Empire Silver Rupee Maharaja Kharak Singh Amritsar 1885(98) VS. 11.4 g - Rare Trishol mint mark. In 1799 (VS 1856), Ranjit Singh established the Sikh State with Lahore as his political capital. Baba Sahib Singh Bedi, a pious Sikh and a direct decendent of Guru Nanak, applied the ceremonial saffron mark to Ranjit Singh’s forehead on this occasion.
Mughal Jalal Uddin Muhammad Akbar Square Nazrana Type Silver Rupee Token ٩٨٨ AH - Mughal Empire Badshah Jalal Uddin Muhammad Akbar Square Nazrana Type Silver Rupee Mint ٩٨٨ AH. Reverse : Badshah Jalal Ud din Muhammad Akbar Ghazi 988. Akbar the Great or Akbar I. Ruler : Akbar, Jalal-ud-din Muhammad (AH963-1014/1556-1605AD).
Post Seljuk, Khwarezm shahi, Ala al Din Muhammad, (1200-1220 AD), AE Jital 2.3 - Islamic, Persia (Post-Seljuk), Khwarezm Shahs, time of Ala al-Din Muhammad II or his son, AD 1200-1221, Æ Jital (13mm, 2.34g) , Kurzuwan mint Obv: "Kurzuwan" in circle, legend around "as-sultan al-azam muhammad bin as-sultan" Rev: Kalima Ref: Tye 246.3
The Parthian Kingdom, Mithradates Ii (Circa 123-88 B.c). Silver Drachm. - THE PARTHIAN KINGDOM, MITHRADATES II (CIRCA 123-88 B.C). SILVER DRACHM. Obverse. Cuirassed bust of the king left. Reverse. Archer seated right. Weight: 4.21 grams. Diameter: 21mm. Strong detail. Scarce.(Thank you for viewing the coin. All our coins and artefacts are guaranteed to be genuine and authentic. We've been dealing in coins and antiquities for over 40 years. Questions about the coin are always welcome. Kind Regards, Ancient17).
AE drachm of Phraates of Elymais, aka Elam. Series of dashes reverse. - AE drachm of Phraates of Elymais. These coins of Elymais are both cheap and interesting, an excellent combination for a collector. Anchor with one crossbar and pellet-within-crescent to right. Reverse: Regular series of dashes.
AE drachm of Phraates of Elymais, aka Elam. Regular dashes reverse. - AE drachm of Phraates of Elymais. These coins of Elymais are both cheap and interesting, an excellent combination for a collector. Anchor with one crossbar and pellet-within-crescent to right. Reverse: Regular series of dashes.
AE drachm of Phraates of Elymais, aka Elam. Dashes reverse. - AE drachm of Phraates of Elymais. These coins of Elymais are both cheap and interesting, an excellent combination for a collector. Anchor with one crossbar and pellet-within-crescent to right. Reverse: Regular series of dashes.
AE drachm of Orodes III of Elymais, aka Elam. Anchor and dashes reverse. - AE drachm of Orodes III of Elymais. These coins of Elymais are both cheap and interesting, an excellent combination for a collector. Reverse: Anchor in field of regular parallel dashes; no border. This depends on the laws and rules of your country.
AE drachm of Orodes II of Elymais, aka Elam. Wide-spaced dashes reverse. - AE drachm of Orodes II of Elymais. These coins of Elymais are both cheap and interesting, an excellent combination for a collector. Reverse: Regular series of dashes, widely spaced. Obverse: Facing bust in tiara with anchor and pellet-within-crescent to right.
AE drachm of Orodes II of Elymais, aka Elam. Dashes reverse. - AE drachm of Orodes II of Elymais. These coins of Elymais are both cheap and interesting, an excellent combination for a collector. Obverse: Facing bust in tiara with anchor and pellet-within-crescent to right.
Afghanistan Pre-Islamic Jital Samnta Deva Bull & Horseman AD 850-1000 2210-115 - Also, it may be impossible to show ALL the wear and tear, scratches, and actual condition of the coins in the pictures. Pictures are just a closer representation of the actual look of the coins. I have tried my best to explain the condition of the coins that are not certified.
483GF22P) SASANIAN KINGS. Pērōz (Fīrūz) I. AD 457/9-484. AR Drachm XF - (483GF22P) SASANIAN KINGS. Pērōz (Fīrūz) I. AD 457/9-484. AR Drachm (26 mm, 4.16 grms). Uncertain mint. Struck circa AD 465-474. cf. SNS III Type IIa/1e, 98; cf. Sunrise 941. Lightly toned. 6) Attributions: Except for bargains and group lots, all coins sold fully attributed and catalogued from at least 1-2 sources and/or major collections whenever possible.
ZURQIEH -as27497- SASANIAN. Ardashir III (AD 628-630). AR drachm (30mm, 3.44g). - Ardashir III (AD 628-630). AR drachm (30mm, 3.44g). AT (Adurbadagan(?)). Struck in year 2 (AD 629/30) Bust of Ardashir III r., wearing crenellated crown with wings and korymbos on crescent/ Fire altar with drooping ribbons flanked by attendants.
ZURQIEH -as27492- SASANIAN. Ardashir III (AD 628-630). AR drachm (33mm, 3.77g). - Ardashir III (AD 628-630). AR drachm (33mm, 3.77g). NAR (Narmashir) mint. Struck in year 2 (AD 629/30) Bust of Ardashir III r., wearing crenellated crown with wings and korymbos on crescent/ Fire altar with drooping ribbons flanked by attendants.
ZURQIEH -as27491- SASANIAN. Ardashir III (AD 628-630). AR drachm (33mm, 4.05g). - Ardashir III (AD 628-630). AR drachm (33mm, 4.05g). KA (Karzi?). Struck in year 2 (AD 629/30) Bust of Ardashir III r., wearing crenellated crown with wings and korymbos on crescent/ Fire altar with drooping ribbons flanked by attendants.
ZURQIEH -as27489- SASANIAN. Ardashir III (AD 628-630). AR drachm (32mm, 4.08g). - Ardashir III (AD 628-630). AR drachm (32mm, 4.08g). KA (Karzi?). Struck in year 2 (AD 629/30) Bust of Ardashir III r., wearing crenellated crown with wings and korymbos on crescent/ Fire altar with drooping ribbons flanked by attendants.
ZURQIEH -as27488- SASANIAN. Ardashir III (AD 628-630). AR drachm (31mm, 4.10g). - Ardashir III (AD 628-630). AR drachm (31mm, 4.10g). WYHC (Ctesiphon) mint. Struck in year 1 (AD 628/9) Bust of Ardashir III r., wearing crenellated crown with korymbos on crescent/ Fire altar with drooping ribbons flanked by attendants.
489GF22P) SASANIAN KINGS. Ardaxšīr (Ardashir) III. AD 628-630. AR Drachm VF - (489GF22P) SASANIAN KINGS. Ardaxšīr (Ardashir) III. AD 628-630. AR Drachm (32.5 mm, 3.41 g). Dated RY 2 (AD 629). Göbl II/1, cif SC Tehran 4274-7; VF. 6) Attributions: Except for bargains and group lots, all coins sold fully attributed and catalogued from at least 1-2 sources and/or major collections whenever possible.
532FH22P) HUNNIC TRIBES, Alchon Huns. Toramana II. Circa AD 540-570. AE Stater - (532FH22P) HUNNIC TRIBES, Alchon Huns. Toramana II. Circa AD 540-570. AE Stater (21 mm, 6.80 g). Uncertain Kashmir mint. Toranama standing slightly left, sacrificing over altar and holding trident; “Sri Toran[ama]” in Brahmi to left / Ardoxsho seated facing, holding [diadem(?)].
Antique Ram Darbar Indian Temple Token Coin - Antique Ram Darbar Indian Temple Token Coin. A silvered copper-alloy Rama-tanka depicting Rama's coronation on one side, and Rama-Lakshmana on the other side Antique in good condition
INDIA - Late Kushan - possibly Kipanada? - 2 coins Ae - INDIA - Late Kushan - Possibly Kipanada - Ae unit - 2 coins. Kipanada ruled between AD 330-360 when the Kingdom had shrunk significantly, just prior to the ascendancy of the Kidarites. I cannot be 100% sure of the identity of these coins, but I believe these coins to be of that period, as listed in Mitchiner (ACW), from #3605 to #3612.
INDIA - Late Kushan - possibly Kipanada? - 2 coins Ae - INDIA - Late Kushan - Possibly Kipanada - Ae unit - 2 coins. Kipanada ruled between AD 330-360 when the Kingdom had shrunk significantly, just prior to the ascendancy of the Kidarites. I cannot be 100% sure of the identity of these coins, but I believe these coins to be of that period, as listed in Mitchiner (ACW), from #3605 to #3612.
India - North West c.1050-1100 SILVER Jital VF King on Horseback RARE Type Coin - Denomination:Silver Jital. Country:India - North West Part. High definition obverse and reverse pictures are attached for you to examine. Scroll over them for a super close look. In what is now several years of trying, we have yet to take a picture of a coin that looks better than the coin does when it is in your hand.
SASANIAN King 400 - 600 AD drachm Silver dirham 5 grams 32 mm - Weight: 5 GRAMS. Composition: SILVER COIN. Each is hand selected for beauty, durability and value. Why to buy from US! The each piece of jewelry is checked and cleaned. In addition we buff each item so it has an amazing luster.
[#1021620] Coin, Arabia Felix, Himyarites, Quinarius, 50-150 AD, AU(55-58), Silv - Coin, Arabia Felix, Himyarites, Quinarius, 50-150 AD, AU(55-58), Silver. Head right within circular torque; symbol to left, Head right; "scepter" to right. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
Safavid, Sulayman I, 1079-1105 Ah, Silver Abbasi, Mint Of Nakhjawan, 1097 Ah - PE94 : SAFAVID, SULAYMAN I, 1079-1105 AH/ 1668-1694 AD, SILVER ABBASI, STRUCK AT THE MINT OF NAKHJAWAN IN THE YEAR 1097 AH, Obverse : couplet "Sulayman Bande shahe velayat", date and mint below. Beautiful Calligraphy, Attractive coin, Album-2666, VF.
The Parthian Kingdom, Sinatruces (Circa 77-70 B.c). Silver Drachm. - THE PARTHIAN KINGDOM, SINATRUCES (CIRCA 77-70 B.C). SILVER DRACHM. Obverse. Bust of the king left. Reverse. Archer seated right. Weight: 4.15 grams. Diameter: 19mm.(Thank you for viewing the coin. All our coins and artefacts are guaranteed to be genuine and authentic. We've been dealing in coins and antiquities for over 40 years. Questions about the coin are always welcome. Kind Regards, Ancient17).
114RH22) INDIA, Mughal Empire. Aziz al-Din Alamgir II. 1754-1759. AR Rupee VF+ - (114RH22) INDIA, Mughal Empire. Aziz al-Din Alamgir II. AR Rupee (20 mm, 11.421 g). Shahjahanabad mint. Dated year 2, AH xxxx. 6) Attributions: Except for bargains and group lots, all coins sold fully attributed and catalogued from at least 1-2 sources and/or major collections whenever possible.
635RG2Z) India, Shahis, circa AD 870-875, AR Jital. 3.234 grm, 18.5 mm, VF - (635RG2Z) India, Shahis, circa AD 870-875, AR Jital. 3.234 grm, 18.5 mm, circa AD 870-875, Bull left / Horseman right types of Khudarayaka, (Tye 23). VF, Toned;. 6) Attributions: Except for bargains and group lots, all coins sold fully attributed and catalogued from at least 1-2 sources and/or major collections whenever possible.
761EC2Y) SASANIAN KINGS. Ohrmazd (Hormizd) IV. AD 579-590. AR Drachm VF - (761EC2Y) SASANIAN KINGS. Ohrmazd (Hormizd) IV. AD 579-590. AR Drachm (31 mm, 4.17 g). Dated RY 11 (AD 589/90). SC Tehran 1254 (for type); Sunrise –. VF, toned. 6) Attributions: Except for bargains and group lots, all coins sold fully attributed and catalogued from at least 1-2 sources and/or major collections whenever possible.
Islamic Muslims Antique Pendant Taj Mahal Token Coin KALMA TAYYABA and 4 CALIPHS - Reverse, in Square, Kalma Tayyaba لا الہ الا اللہ محمد رسول اللہ. Obverse, TAJ MAHAL تاج بیی کا روضہ. (Taj Bayyee ka Roza ). VERY BEAUTIFUL AND COLLECTIBLE PENDENT ANTIQUE TOKEN COIN. A Beautiful Bronze yellow ( Goldish ) Pendant Token Coin.
765EC2Y) SASANIAN KINGS. Ohrmazd (Hormizd) IV. AD 579-590. AR Drachm VF - (765EC2Y) SASANIAN KINGS. Ohrmazd (Hormizd) IV. AD 579-590. AR Drachm (32 mm, 4.18 g). Dated RY 9 (AD 587/88). SC Tehran 1254 (for type); Sunrise –. VF, toned. 6) Attributions: Except for bargains and group lots, all coins sold fully attributed and catalogued from at least 1-2 sources and/or major collections whenever possible.
INDO SASANIAN - Gadhaiya Paisa - Malwa (C11-13 AD) Chaulukya Series Saurashtra - INDO SASANIAN - Gadhaiya Paisa - Malwa ( C11-13 AD ) -. Chaulukya Series of Saurashtra and Gujarat. Chaulukya Series of Saurashtra and Gujarat, Indo Sasanian Anonymous Gadhaiya Paisa coinage, Debased Silver (Billon) Drachm ( Dramma ), ( 1030-1210 AD ) 11th & 12th century AD, 4.27gms, 13x15 mm, The Gadhiyya paisa is Degenerate Indo-Sasanian Gadhiyya Type head to the right on the obverse with “sri” to the left of the bust & a “fish hook” to the right of the effigy, Reverse shows a stylized Abstract Fire Alter & Crescent Type moon towards top right.
110RH22) INDIA, Mughal Empire. . Jalal al din 'Ali Jawhar Shah Alam II. VF+/XF - (110RH22) INDIA, Mughal Empire. Jalal al din 'Ali Jawhar Shah Alam II. AR Rupee (21 mm, 11.31 g). PREPINIPAT ISSUE, AkbarAbad mint. Dated AH 1178; RY 5, KM 490. Good VF/ EF. 6) Attributions: Except for bargains and group lots, all coins sold fully attributed and catalogued from at least 1-2 sources and/or major collections whenever possible.
Bengal Sultan Sikandar Bin Ilyas Tanka AH758-792 hadrat Firuzabad 28.9mm SCARCE - U WILL GET WHAT U SEE IN THE PICS THERE MAY BE LITTLE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN ACTUAL ITEM WITH THE PICS BCZ OF CONTRAST THANK U FOR UR UNDERSTANDING I WILL SHIP ALL THE ITEM ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD BY REGISTERED AIR MAIL UNLESS REQUESTED OTHERWISE. IF U HAVE ANY ISSUE AFTER RECEIVING THE ITEM PLZ CONTACT ME BEFORE MAKING ANY CLAIM OR LEAVING NEGATIVE FEEDBACK,I ASSURE U THAT ANY ISSUE WILL BE SOLVED AMICABLY. THANK U VERY MUCH FOR UR PATIENCE GOOD LUCK.
Hephtalites ‘White Huns’. (Late 5Th To Early 6Th Century A.d). Silver Drachm. - HEPHTALITES ‘WHITE HUNS’. (LATE 5TH TO EARLY 6TH CENTURY A.D). SILVER DRACHM. Obverse. Bust right. Reverse. Fire altar with attendants. Weight: 3.19 grams. Diameter: 30mm. Slight flan splits to outer rim. Good silver and nice style example.(Thank you for viewing the coin. All my coins are guaranteed to be genuine and authentic. I’ve been dealing in coins and antiquities for over 40 years and collecting for over 50 years. Questions about the coin are always welcome. Kind Regards, Ancient17).
118RH22) INDIA, Mughal Empire. Aziz al-Din Alamgir II. 1754-1759. AR Rupee XF - (118RH22) INDIA, Mughal Empire. Aziz al-Din Alamgir II. AR Rupee (20.5 mm, 11.28 g). NAJIBABAD mint. Dated year 6 and [AH 1168 or 1169] (AD 1755/6). KM 460.35. Good VF/XF. 6) Attributions: Except for bargains and group lots, all coins sold fully attributed and catalogued from at least 1-2 sources and/or major collections whenever possible.
Arab Sasanian ABBASID UMAR عمر ibn Al Ala 779AD 1/2 DIRHAM GOVERNORS TABARISTAN - ARAB SASSANIAN ABBASID GOVERNORS of TABARISTAN UMAR عمر ibn Al Ala 128/163AH 779AD 1/2 DIRHAM. 1.90 gm, 23 mm . He took part in the suppression of Sunbadh's revolt in 137AH and was sent to Tabaristan by the Abbasid caliph al-Mansur in 141AH to take part in its conquest with Khazim ibn Khuzayma, after this conquest he appears to have remained in Tabaristan.
General of Daboygan ISPAHBADS KHORSHID اسپهبد خورشید AR HEMIDRACHM Tabaristan EF - FL : TABARISTAN, DABWAYHID ISPAHBADS, KHURSHID / KHORSHID 734-761 AD, AR HEMIDRACHM, 1.80 gm, 23 mm, PYE 94 /128 AH, SUPERB. Khorshid was confronted with a conspiracy by his children after taking over the position of general from Farkhan Kouchak.
Ancient Bronze Coin King Kushan Empire Vima Takto / Taktu (Soter Megas) 80-100AD - The Kushan Empire was founded by Kujulu Kadphises, whose son was Vima Takto. Kadphises and, intially, Vima Takto issued coins that were largely imitative of the peoples they conquered. One of the most recognizable coins of the period bears an obverse portrait and a horseman on the back.
Arab-Sasanian. Tabaristan. (8Th Century A.d). Silver Hemidrachm. - ARAB-SASANIAN. TABARISTAN. (8TH CENTURY A.D). SILVER HEMIDRACHM. Weight: 1.50 grams. Diameter: 22mm. Good silver. Excellent example.(Thank you for viewing the coin. All my coins are guaranteed to be genuine and authentic. I’ve been dealing in coins and antiquities for over 40 years and collecting for over 50 years. Questions about the coin are always welcome. Kind Regards, Ancient17). SAS 1
764EC2Y) SASANIAN KINGS. Ohrmazd (Hormizd) IV. AD 579-590. AR Drachm VF - (764EC2Y) SASANIAN KINGS. Ohrmazd (Hormizd) IV. AD 579-590. AR Drachm (30.5 mm, 4.13 grms). Dated RY 6 (AD 584). Göbl Type I/1. 6) Attributions: Except for bargains and group lots, all coins sold fully attributed and catalogued from at least 1-2 sources and/or major collections whenever possible.
[#901000] Coin, Śri Yashaaditya, Obol, 6TH CENTURY, Hunnic Tribes, VF(30-35), Si - Coin, Śri Yashaaditya, Obol, 6TH CENTURY, Hunnic Tribes, VF(30-35), Silver. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
[#900992] Coin, Śri Yashaaditya, Obol, 6TH CENTURY, Hunnic Tribes, VF(20-25), Si - Coin, Śri Yashaaditya, Obol, 6TH CENTURY, Hunnic Tribes, VF(20-25), Silver. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
[#900993] Coin, Śri Yashaaditya, Obol, 6TH CENTURY, Hunnic Tribes, VF(20-25), Si - Coin, Śri Yashaaditya, Obol, 6TH CENTURY, Hunnic Tribes, VF(20-25), Silver. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
[#900991] Coin, Śri Yashaaditya, Obol, 6TH CENTURY, Hunnic Tribes, VF(20-25), Si - Coin, Śri Yashaaditya, Obol, 6TH CENTURY, Hunnic Tribes, VF(20-25), Silver. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
[#901002] Coin, Śri Yashaaditya, Obol, 6TH CENTURY, Hunnic Tribes, VF(30-35), Si - Coin, Śri Yashaaditya, Obol, 6TH CENTURY, Hunnic Tribes, VF(30-35), Silver. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
[#900998] Coin, Śri Yashaaditya, Obol, 6TH CENTURY, Hunnic Tribes, VF(30-35), Si - Coin, Śri Yashaaditya, Obol, 6TH CENTURY, Hunnic Tribes, VF(30-35), Silver. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
[#900994] Coin, Śri Yashaaditya, Obol, 6TH CENTURY, Hunnic Tribes, VF(20-25), Si - Coin, Śri Yashaaditya, Obol, 6TH CENTURY, Hunnic Tribes, VF(20-25), Silver. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
[#901001] Coin, Śri Yashaaditya, Obol, 6TH CENTURY, Hunnic Tribes, VF(30-35), Si - Coin, Śri Yashaaditya, Obol, 6TH CENTURY, Hunnic Tribes, VF(30-35), Silver. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
[#900997] Coin, Śri Yashaaditya, Obol, 6TH CENTURY, Hunnic Tribes, VF(30-35), Si - Coin, Śri Yashaaditya, Obol, 6TH CENTURY, Hunnic Tribes, VF(30-35), Silver. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
[#901003] Coin, Śri Yashaaditya, Obol, 6TH CENTURY, Hunnic Tribes, VF(30-35), Si - Coin, Śri Yashaaditya, Obol, 6TH CENTURY, Hunnic Tribes, VF(30-35), Silver. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
[#900999] Coin, Śri Yashaaditya, Obol, 6TH CENTURY, Hunnic Tribes, VF(30-35), Si - Coin, Śri Yashaaditya, Obol, 6TH CENTURY, Hunnic Tribes, VF(30-35), Silver. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
[#900996] Coin, Śri Yashaaditya, Obol, 6TH CENTURY, Hunnic Tribes, VF(30-35), Si - Coin, Śri Yashaaditya, Obol, 6TH CENTURY, Hunnic Tribes, VF(30-35), Silver. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
[#875891] Coin, Sasanian Kings, Varhran IV, Drachm, 388-399, EF(40-45), Silver - Coin, Sasanian Kings, Varhran IV, Drachm, 388-399, EF(40-45), Silver. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
[#875893] Coin, Sasanian Kings, Varhran IV, Drachm, 388-399, AU(50-53), Silver - Coin, Sasanian Kings, Varhran IV, Drachm, 388-399, AU(50-53), Silver. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
[#875890] Coin, Sasanian Kings, Varhran IV, Drachm, 388-399, EF(40-45), Silver - Coin, Sasanian Kings, Varhran IV, Drachm, 388-399, EF(40-45), Silver. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
[#873028] Coin, Sasanian Kings, Khusrau I, Drachm, RY 2 (532/533), ŠY, EF(40-45) - Coin, Sasanian Kings, Khusrau I, Drachm, RY 2 (532/533), ŠY, EF(40-45), Silver. Coin, Sasanian Kings, Khusrau I (531-579), Drachm, ŠY, Silver. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts.
[#872457] Coin, Sasanian Kings, Yazdgard I, Drachm, VF(30-35), Silver - Coin, Sasanian Kings, Yazdgard I, Drachm, VF(30-35), Silver. Coin, Sasanian Kings, Yazdgard I (399-420), Drachm, Silver. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts.
[#872461] Coin, Sasanian Kings, Yazdgard I, Drachm, EF(40-45), Silver - Coin, Sasanian Kings, Yazdgard I, Drachm, EF(40-45), Silver. Coin, Sasanian Kings, Yazdgard I (399-420), Drachm, Silver. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts.
[#872459] Coin, Sasanian Kings, Yazdgard I, Drachm, EF(40-45), Silver - Coin, Sasanian Kings, Yazdgard I, Drachm, EF(40-45), Silver. Coin, Sasanian Kings, Yazdgard I (399-420), Drachm, Silver. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts.
[#872458] Sasanian Kings, Yazdgard I, Drachm, 399-420, Silver, VF(30-35) - Sasanian Kings, Yazdgard I, Drachm, 399-420, Silver, VF(30-35). Draped bust of Yazdgard I to right, wearing elaborate crown with korymbos and crescent on forehead., Fire altar flanked by two attendants; in upper field to left and right, crescents.
[#871876] Coin, Sasanian Kings, Khusrau II, Drachm, AY (Eran-xwarrah-Shapur), EF - Coin, Sasanian Kings, Khusrau II, Drachm, AY (Eran-xwarrah-Shapur), EF(40-45). Coin, Sasanian Kings, Khusrau II (591-628), Drachm, AY (Eran-xwarrah-Shapur), Silver. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts.
[#871878] Coin, Tabaristan, Dabwayhid Ispahbads, Khurshid, Hemidrachm, PYE 100 ( - Coin, Tabaristan, Dabwayhid Ispahbads, Khurshid, Hemidrachm, PYE 100 (134 AH). Tabaristan, Dabwayhid Ispahbads, Khurshid (740-761). As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
[#865009] Coin, Elymais, Orodes II, Drachm, EF(40-45), Bronze - Coin, Elymais, Orodes II, Drachm, EF(40-45), Bronze. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
[#861104] Gotarzes II, Drachm, 45-51, Ekbatana, Silver, EF(40-45) - Gotarzes II, Drachm, 45-51, Ekbatana, Silver, EF(40-45). Bust of Gotarzes II, bearded, long hair coiffed with a headband tied into a large knot., Within a square composed of the caption, archer seated on a throne, extending his arm and holding a bow, right ; monogram below the bow.
[#652540] Coin, Khusrau I, Drachm, VF(20-25), Silver - Coin, Khusrau I, Drachm, VF(20-25), Silver. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
[#652539] Coin, Khusrau I, Drachm, VF(30-35), Silver - Coin, Khusrau I, Drachm, VF(30-35), Silver. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
[#513455] Coin, Sasanian Kings, Khusrau II, Drachm, BYS (Bishapur), AU(50-53), S - Coin, Sasanian Kings, Khusrau II, Drachm, BYS (Bishapur), AU(50-53), Silver. Coin, Sasanian Kings, Khusrau II (591-628), Drachm, BYS (Bishapur), AU(50-53), Silver. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts.
[#492577] Coin, Khusro II, Drachm, 590-628, Ray, EF(40-45), Silver - Coin, Khusro II, Drachm, 590-628, Ray, EF(40-45), Silver. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
[#492576] Coin, Khusrau I, Drachm, 531-579, VF(30-35), Silver - Coin, Khusrau I, Drachm, 531-579, VF(30-35), Silver. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
[#492575] Coin, Khusrau I, Drachm, 531-579, EF(40-45), Silver - Coin, Khusrau I, Drachm, 531-579, EF(40-45), Silver. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
[#492462] Sasanian Kings, Khusrau II, Drachm, 590-628, Uncertain mint, Silver, E - Sasanian Kings, Khusrau II, Drachm, 590-628, Uncertain mint, Silver, EF(40-45). Bust of Khusro II, facing, head right, wearing winged crown surmounted by star and crescent., Two attendants (or guards) flanking a flaming altar, crescents on their heads.
[#472637] Coin, Elymais, Kamnaskires VI, Tetradrachm, 1st Century AD, EF(40-45), - Coin, Elymais, Kamnaskires VI, Tetradrachm, 1st Century AD, EF(40-45), Billon. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
[#472638] Coin, Elymais, Kamnaskires VI, Tetradrachm, 1st Century AD, EF(40-45), - Coin, Elymais, Kamnaskires VI, Tetradrachm, 1st Century AD, EF(40-45), Billon. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
[#472636] Elymais, Kamnaskires VI, Tetradrachm, 1st Century AD, Billon, EF(40-45 - Elymais, Kamnaskires VI, Tetradrachm, 1st Century AD, Billon, EF(40-45). Bust of Kamnaskires VI, hair held in place by a headband attached to the back of the head, pointed beard, left ; in the field, on the right, anchor surmounted by a crescent moon on the left, star inside., Head left.
[#472639] Coin, Elymais, Kamnaskires VI, Tetradrachm, 1st Century AD, EF(40-45), - Coin, Elymais, Kamnaskires VI, Tetradrachm, 1st Century AD, EF(40-45), Billon. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
[#415676] Coin, Xusros II, Drachm, 630 AD, AU(50-53), Silver - Coin, Xusros II, Drachm, 630 AD, AU(50-53), Silver. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
[#415674] Coin, Xusros II, Drachm, 630 AD, EF(40-45), Silver - Coin, Xusros II, Drachm, 630 AD, EF(40-45), Silver. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
[#415677] Coin, Xusros II, Hemidrachm, 630 AD, AU(50-53), Silver - Coin, Xusros II, Hemidrachm, 630 AD, AU(50-53), Silver. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
[#415671] Coin, Xusros II, Drachm, 630 AD, EF(40-45), Silver - Coin, Xusros II, Drachm, 630 AD, EF(40-45), Silver. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
[#415672] Coin, Xusros II, Drachm, 630 AD, AU(50-53), Silver - Coin, Xusros II, Drachm, 630 AD, AU(50-53), Silver. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
[#415675] Coin, Xusros II, Drachm, 630 AD, EF(40-45), Silver - Coin, Xusros II, Drachm, 630 AD, EF(40-45), Silver. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
[#400420] Coin, Sassanid (II century BC - VII century BC), Yazgard I (399-420), - Coin, Sassanid (II century BC - VII century BC), Yazgard I (399-420), Drachm. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
[#400435] Coin, Sassanid (II century BC - VII century BC), Vahram IV (388-399), - Coin, Sassanid (II century BC - VII century BC), Vahram IV (388-399), Drachm. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
[#400419] Coin, Sassanid (II century BC - VII century BC), Yazgard I (399-420), - Coin, Sassanid (II century BC - VII century BC), Yazgard I (399-420), Drachm. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
[#400430] Coin, Sassanid (II century BC - VII century BC), Vahram IV (388-399), - Coin, Sassanid (II century BC - VII century BC), Vahram IV (388-399), Drachm. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
[#400431] Coin, Sassanid (II century BC - VII century BC), Vahram IV (388-399), - Coin, Sassanid (II century BC - VII century BC), Vahram IV (388-399), Drachm. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
[#400429] Coin, Sassanid (II century BC - VII century BC), Vahram IV (388-399), - Coin, Sassanid (II century BC - VII century BC), Vahram IV (388-399), Drachm. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
[#400394] Coin, Sassanid (II century BC - VII century BC), Yazgard I (399-420), - Coin, Sassanid (II century BC - VII century BC), Yazgard I (399-420), Drachm. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
[#400410] Coin, Sassanid (II century BC - VII century BC), Yazgard I (399-420), - Coin, Sassanid (II century BC - VII century BC), Yazgard I (399-420), Drachm. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
[#400385] Coin, Sassanid (II century BC - VII century BC), Yazgard I (399-420), - Coin, Sassanid (II century BC - VII century BC), Yazgard I (399-420), Drachm. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
[#400411] Coin, Sassanid (II century BC - VII century BC), Yazgard I (399-420), - Coin, Sassanid (II century BC - VII century BC), Yazgard I (399-420), Drachm. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
[#400398] Coin, Sassanid (II century BC - VII century BC), Yazgard I (399-420), - Coin, Sassanid (II century BC - VII century BC), Yazgard I (399-420), Drachm. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
[#400416] Coin, Sassanid (II century BC - VII century BC), Yazgard I (399-420), - Coin, Sassanid (II century BC - VII century BC), Yazgard I (399-420), Drachm. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
[#400405] Coin, Sassanid (II century BC - VII century BC), Yazgard I (399-420), - Coin, Sassanid (II century BC - VII century BC), Yazgard I (399-420), Drachm. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
[#400414] Coin, Sassanid (II century BC - VII century BC), Yazgard I (399-420), - Coin, Sassanid (II century BC - VII century BC), Yazgard I (399-420), Drachm. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
[#400399] Coin, Sassanid (II century BC - VII century BC), Yazgard I (399-420), - Coin, Sassanid (II century BC - VII century BC), Yazgard I (399-420), Drachm. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
[#400407] Coin, Sassanid (II century BC - VII century BC), Yazgard I (399-420), - Coin, Sassanid (II century BC - VII century BC), Yazgard I (399-420), Drachm. This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts. As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified.
Anonymous. 1st century B.C. - 1st century A.D. PB Tessera. - Anonymous. 1st century B.C. - 1st century A.D. PB Tessera (17.3 mm, 3.30 g, 6 h). Nike advancing left, holding wreath and palm / Hermes standing left, holding caduceus and pileus. Fair, rough patina. From the Tom Mullally Collection..
ANCIENT INDIA - YAUDHEYA 3rd Century - Tetradrachm - Standard Coinage - Rev: Female goddess standing left with hand on hip, feet just above border. The Yaudheyas were a powerful tribe in north India, living in the area between the Indus and the Ganges rivers. This coin closely resembles Mitchiner ACW #4715 and is generally in VF condition, the obverse being.
Rajas Of Kangra Singara Chandra - Bronze Jital 1375Ad - The Katoch claim a descent from the Kshatriyas varna of Hinduism, an ancient class associated with the ruling authority, warriors, soldiers and kings. These small bronze or copper jitals. The obverse shows a crude stylized re seeing if a hitman riding towards the right holding a banner.
1170RH2) INDIA, Mughal Empire. Aziz al-Din Alamgir II. 1754-1759. AR Rupee VF - (1170RH2) INDIA, Mughal Empire. Aziz al-Din Alamgir II. AR Rupee (19.5 mm, 11.25 g). Mohamad Abad Banaras mint. Dated year 4 and [AH 1170] (AD 1756/7). 6) Attributions: Except for bargains and group lots, all coins sold fully attributed and catalogued from at least 1-2 sources and/or major collections whenever possible.
760EC2Y) SASANIAN KINGS. Ohrmazd (Hormizd) IV. AD 579-590. AR Drachm VF - (760EC2Y) SASANIAN KINGS. Ohrmazd (Hormizd) IV. AD 579-590. AR Drachm (31 mm, 4.12 g). MY (Mēšān?). Dated RY 12 (AD 590). Göbl Type I/1. 6) Attributions: Except for bargains and group lots, all coins sold fully attributed and catalogued from at least 1-2 sources and/or major collections whenever possible.
636EG2Y) SASANIAN KINGS. Pērōz (Fīrūz) I. AD 457/9-484. AR Drachm 3.75 G, VF - (636EG2Y) SASANIAN KINGS. Pērōz (Fīrūz) I. AD 457/9-484. AR Drachm (27.5 mm, 3.75 g). AT (Ādurbādagān) mint. Struck circa AD 477-484. SNS type IIIb/1e; Sunrise –. VF, toned. 6) Attributions: Except for bargains and group lots, all coins sold fully attributed and catalogued from at least 1-2 sources and/or major collections whenever possible.
626FK2Y) SASANIAN KINGS. Peroz I. AD 457/9-484. AR Drachm (28 mm, 4.07 g). VF+ - (626FK2Y) SASANIAN KINGS. Peroz I. AD 457/9-484. AR Drachm (28 mm, 4.07 g). SNS III Type IIa/1e; Göbl II/1. Good VF, toned. 6) Attributions: Except for bargains and group lots, all coins sold fully attributed and catalogued from at least 1-2 sources and/or major collections whenever possible.
821EL22) SASANIAN KINGS. Šābuhr (Shahpur) II. AD 309-379. AR Drachm VF - (821EL22) SASANIAN KINGS. Šābuhr (Shahpur) II. AD 309-379. AR Drachm (25 mm, 3.73 grms). MStruck circa AD 320-379. Standard type; Göbl Type Ia/6a. VF, toned. 6) Attributions: Except for bargains and group lots, all coins sold fully attributed and catalogued from at least 1-2 sources and/or major collections whenever possible.
HUNNIC TRIBES, Hunnic Kingdom, in Gandhara, circa 6th century. AR Unit, RRR - Ancient India HUNNIC TRIBES, Hunnic Kingdom in Gandhara. Local Issue, circa 6th century. AR Unit (Silver), Fishman—, 5-dot series, with the late Brahmi letter \"Ta\" above, \"BKa\" lower left, \"Chai\" lower right, star & crescent above, VF+, RRR.
758EC2Y) SASANIAN KINGS. Ohrmazd (Hormizd) IV. AD 579-590. AR Drachm VF - (758EC2Y) SASANIAN KINGS. Ohrmazd (Hormizd) IV. AD 579-590. AR Drachm (31.5 mm, 4.12 g). Dated RY 8 (AD 586/87). SC Teh 1254 (for type); Sunrise –. VF, toned. 6) Attributions: Except for bargains and group lots, all coins sold fully attributed and catalogued from at least 1-2 sources and/or major collections whenever possible.
634EG2Y) SASANIAN KINGS. Pērōz (Fīrūz) I. AD 457/9-484. AR Drachm (28 mm, 4.08 g - (634EG2Y) SASANIAN KINGS. Pērōz (Fīrūz) I. AD 457/9-484. AR Drachm (28 mm, 4.08 g). AY (Ērān-xvarrah-Šābuhr) mint. Struck circa AD 477-484. SNS type IIIb/1e; Sunrise –. 6) Attributions: Except for bargains and group lots, all coins sold fully attributed and catalogued from at least 1-2 sources and/or major collections whenever possible.
636RG2Z) India, Shahis, circa AD 870-875, AR Jital. 3.16 grm, 18.5 mm, VF - (636RG2Z) India, Shahis, circa AD 870-875, AR Jital. 3.16 grm, 18.5 mm, circa AD 870-875, Bull (left)/Horseman (right) types of Khudarayaka, (Tye 23). VF, Toned;. 6) Attributions: Except for bargains and group lots, all coins sold fully attributed and catalogued from at least 1-2 sources and/or major collections whenever possible.
Kushano Sasanian. Hormizd I Kushanshah (Circa 275-300 A.d). Bronze Coin. - KUSHANO SASANIAN. HORMIZD I KUSHANSHAH (CIRCA 275-300 A.D). BRONZE COIN. Weight: 2.17 grams. Diameter: 15mm. Nice example. Scarce.(Thank you for viewing the coin. All my coins are guaranteed to be genuine and authentic. I’ve been dealing in coins and antiquities for over 40 years and collecting for over 50 years. Questions about the coin are always welcome. Kind Regards, Ancient17).
Kushano Sasanian. Hormizd I Kushanshah (Circa 275-300 A.d). Bronze Coin. - KUSHANO SASANIAN. HORMIZD I KUSHANSHAH (CIRCA 275-300 A.D). BRONZE COIN. Weight: 1.97 grams. Diameter: 15mm. Nice example. Scarce.(Thank you for viewing the coin. All my coins are guaranteed to be genuine and authentic. I’ve been dealing in coins and antiquities for over 40 years and collecting for over 50 years. Questions about the coin are always welcome. Kind Regards, Ancient17).
Kushan Empire. Vasudeva I. Circa AD 192-225. AE Tetradrachm 7.60gm - Kushan Empire. Vasudeva I. Circa AD 192-225. AE Tetradrachm 7.60gm. Vasudeva standing facing, head left, sacrificing over altar and holding spear; trident to left/ Siva standing facing, holding trident, before the bull Nandi; tamgha to right uncleaned.
Kushan Empire. kanishka I. Circa AD 127-151. AE Tetradrachm 13.10gm - Kushan Empire. kanishka I. Circa AD 127-151. AE Tetradrachm 13.10gm. Middle phase. Kanishka standing left, sacrificing over altar and holding standard/ Oado running left, holding up cloak behind him; tamgha to left.
KUSHAN EMPIRE. Havishka circa 155-190 AD. AE Tetradrachm 11.3gm - KUSHAN EMPIRE. AE Tetradrachm 11.3gm. Obverse: king holding ankush and seated on elephant standing right : Bactrian legend around Reverse : Lunar diety Mao standing left; with lunar crescents on his shoulders, holding sword hilt and holding out hand in blessing; tamgha to left and bactrian legend MAOto right.
Ancient Indo-Scythians, Azilises, c. 58-35 BC, Square AE, half cut hemichalkon. - "Indo-Scythians, Azilises, c. 58-35 BC, Square half cut hemi chalkon. Date Struck c. 58-35 BC. obv King on horseback right. Reverse Kharosthi legend: Maharajasa Rajarajasa Mahatasa Ayilishasa. Herakles seated left on rock with club and lion skin, monograms in field.
The Parthian Kingdom, Sinatruces (Circa 77-70 B.c). Silver Drachm. - THE PARTHIAN KINGDOM, SINATRUCES (CIRCA 77-70 B.C). SILVER DRACHM. Obverse. Bust of the king left. Reverse. Archer seated right. Weight: 4.13 grams. Diameter: 20mm.(Thank you for viewing the coin. All our coins and artefacts are guaranteed to be genuine and authentic. We've been dealing in coins and antiquities for over 40 years. Questions about the coin are always welcome. Kind Regards, Ancient17).
309RK22) SASANIAN KINGS. Husrav (Khosrau) II. AD 590-628. AR Drachm (32 mm, 4.07 - (309RK22) SASANIAN KINGS. Husrav (Khosrau) II. AD 590-628. AR Drachm (32 mm, 4.07 g). DA (Darabjird in Fars) mint. Dated RY 36 (AD 626). Göbl Type II/3. 6) Attributions: Except for bargains and group lots, all coins sold fully attributed and catalogued from at least 1-2 sources and/or major collections whenever possible.
307RK22) SASANIAN KINGS. Husrav (Khosrau) II. AD 590-628. AR Drachm (31.5 mm,VF - (307RK22) SASANIAN KINGS. Husrav (Khosrau) II. AD 590-628. AR Drachm (31.5 mm, 4.18 grms). Pre-reform; WYH (Veh-az Amid Kavad) mint. Dated RY 5 (AD 595). 6) Attributions: Except for bargains and group lots, all coins sold fully attributed and catalogued from at least 1-2 sources and/or major collections whenever possible.
221CFM22) LKHAN: Ghazan Mahmud, 694-703 AH/ 1295-1304 AD, Trilingual AR 2 dirham - (221CFM22) LKHAN: Ghazan Mahmud, 694-703 AH/ 1295-1304 AD, Trilingual AR 2 dirhams (4.35 grms, 23 mm),Firuzan, AH 699, A-2172,very rare mint, choice EF,RR. 6) Attributions: Except for bargains and group lots, all coins sold fully attributed and catalogued from at least 1-2 sources and/or major collections whenever possible.
820EL22) SASANIAN KINGS. Ohrmazd (Hormizd) IV. AD 579-590. AR Drachm VF - (820EL22) SASANIAN KINGS. Ohrmazd (Hormizd) IV. AD 579-590. AR Drachm (32 mm, 4.11 grms). MY (Mēšān?). Dated RY 7 (AD 585). Göbl Type I/1. 6) Attributions: Except for bargains and group lots, all coins sold fully attributed and catalogued from at least 1-2 sources and/or major collections whenever possible.
635EG2Y) SASANIAN KINGS. Pērōz (Fīrūz) I. AD 457/9-484. AR Drachm VF - (635EG2Y) SASANIAN KINGS. Pērōz (Fīrūz) I. AD 457/9-484. AR Drachm (24.5 X 29 mm, 4.04 grms). BBA (Court) mint. Struck circa AD 465-474. SNS III Type IIa/1e, 98; cf. Sunrise 941. Lightly toned. 6) Attributions: Except for bargains and group lots, all coins sold fully attributed and catalogued from at least 1-2 sources and/or major collections whenever possible.
Sikh Empire Silver Rupee Maharaja Ranjit Sing Peshawar Mint Year 1892 VS. 8.4 g. - In 1799 (VS 1856), Ranjit Singh established the Sikh State with Lahore as his political capital. Baba Sahib Singh Bedi, a pious Sikh and a direct decendent of Guru Nanak, applied the ceremonial saffron mark to Ranjit Singh’s forehead on this occasion.
Arab-Sasanian. Tabaristan. (8Th Century A.d). Silver Hemidrachm. - ARAB-SASANIAN. TABARISTAN. (8TH CENTURY A.D). SILVER HEMIDRACHM. Weight: 1.95 grams. Diameter: 24mm. Good silver. (Thank you for viewing the coin. All my coins are guaranteed to be genuine and authentic. I’ve been dealing in coins and antiquities for over 40 years and collecting for over 50 years. Questions about the coin are always welcome. Kind Regards, Ancient17).
The Parthian Kingdom, Orodes I (Circa 80-77 B.c). Silver Drachm. - THE PARTHIAN KINGDOM, ORODES I (CIRCA 80-77 B.C). SILVER DRACHM. Obverse. Bust of the king left. Reverse. Archer seated right,. Weight: 4.00 grams. Diameter: 19mm.(Thank you for viewing the coin. All our coins and artefacts are guaranteed to be genuine and authentic. We've been dealing in coins and antiquities for over 40 years. Questions about the coin are always welcome. Kind Regards, Ancient17).
Kushan Empire, Kanishka II, 220-250 CE, king stand/ Ordoksho sit. AE 7.36 gms. - Kushan Empire, Kanishka II, Circa 220-250 CE, AE 7.36 grams. VF. Obv: King standing at an alter holding trident in his left hand. His right hand offering at alter Rev: Enthronded goddess Ardoxsho seated frontally facing, holding cornucopia in her left hand,, her left right hand outstretched tamagha on left hand.
Tabaristan Silver Hemidrachm Coin Abbasid Governors 781-793 Ad - This is a silver Hemidrachm for Tabaristan under the Abbasid Governors 781-795 AD. This coin is the anonymous issue Sassanian Hemidrachm type. The coin is in a very collectable condition. All details are clear and present.
Indo-Scythian. Kushan, Soter Megas (Circa 80-100 A.d). Bronze Tetradrachm. - INDO-SCYTHIAN. KUSHAN KINGDOM, SOTER MEGAS (CIRCA 80-100 A.D). BRONZE TETRADRACHM. Obverse. Radiate bust right. Reverse. King on horseback right. Weight: 8.12 grams. Diameter: 20mm. Attractive metal.(Thank you for viewing the coin. All our coins are guaranteed to be genuine and authentic. We've been dealing in coins and antiquities for over 40 years. Questions about the coin are always welcome. Kind Regards, Ancient17).
Bengal Sultan Jalal Ud Din Muhammad Tanka AH826-836 Arsah Chatgaon mint RARE - U WILL GET WHAT U SEE IN THE PICS THERE MAY BE LITTLE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN ACTUAL ITEM WITH THE PICS BCZ OF CONTRAST THANK U FOR UR UNDERSTANDING I WILL SHIP ALL THE ITEM ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD BY REGISTERED AIR MAIL UNLESS REQUESTED OTHERWISE. IF U HAVE ANY ISSUE AFTER RECEIVING THE ITEM PLZ CONTACT ME BEFORE MAKING ANY CLAIM OR LEAVING NEGATIVE FEEDBACK,I ASSURE U THAT ANY ISSUE WILL BE SOLVED AMICABLY. THANK U VERY MUCH FOR UR PATIENCE GOOD LUCK.
Sayyids Dynasty, Muhammad bin Farid (1434-1445), Billon Tanka, Delhi Mint, R - Sayyids Dynasty, Muhammad bin Farid (1434-1445), Billon Tanka, Delhi Mint, AH (8)47, (G&G D673),3.61g. ( Obv: name of the Sultan al-Sultan Muhammad Shah Farid Shah with mint-name partially visible below. Rev: Arabic legend al-Khalifa Amir al-Mumineen Khulidat Khilafatahu (8)47.
Ghaurid, Taj al din Yildiz, AH 602-612/1206-1215 AD, Ghazna Mint, Jital, tye#199 - Ghorid of Ghazna, Taj ud-din Yildiz (AH 602-612/1206-1215 AD), billon jital, Tye # 199. This is one of the types where Yildiz names his overlord Mu'izz-ud-din Muhammd bin Sam and uses the title "abdu al-Malik": "the Slave-King" for himself.
AE drachm of Orodes IV of Elymais, aka Elam. Artemis-Tyche reverse.. - AE drachm of Orodes IV of Elymais. These coins of Elymais are both cheap and interesting, an excellent combination for a collector. Hair bunched to either side. Reverse: Bust of Artemis-Tyche left wearing tiara.
Indo Scythian, Azes I, 58-19 BC, AE unit. 2 gms - AZES I, Indo Scythian, 58-19 BC. Azes on horseback right raising right hand. Athena standing right, holding spear and shield in left hand and raising right, monograms in left and right field. 2 gms.
Scarce billon jital of Ghaznavid sultan Mas'ud III, 1099-1115 AD, Lahore, Tye105 - Reclining bull left, SRI SAMANTA DEVA in Nagari // Arabic legend: adl/ al-Sultan/al-azam/ala al dawla/Mas'ud. 14mm, 3.25 grams. Tye 105. SKU T1759-52937 Mas'ud III ruled as a Ghaznavid Sultan for sixteen years, with no major event in his lifetime. Signs of weakness in the state became apparent when he died in 1115, with internal strife between his sons ending with the ascension of Sultan Bahram Shah as a Seljuk vassal.
Arab-Sasanian. Tabaristan. (8Th Century A.d). Silver Hemidrachm. - ARAB-SASANIAN. TABARISTAN. (8TH CENTURY A.D). SILVER HEMIDRACHM. Weight: 2.06 grams. Diameter: 24mm. Small split in flan and minor surface deposits. Strong detail..(Thank you for viewing the coin. All my coins are guaranteed to be genuine and authentic. I’ve been dealing in coins and antiquities for over 40 years and collecting for over 50 years. Questions about the coin are always welcome. Kind Regards, Ancient17).
India Bengal Sultan Ala al din Hussain Tanka AH904 Hussainabad NICE GRADE scarce - U WILL GET WHAT U SEE IN THE PICS THERE MAY BE LITTLE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN ACTUAL ITEM WITH THE PICS BCZ OF CONTRAST THANK U FOR UR UNDERSTANDING I WILL SHIP ALL THE ITEM ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD BY REGISTERED AIR MAIL UNLESS REQUESTED OTHERWISE. IF U HAVE ANY ISSUE AFTER RECEIVING THE ITEM PLZ CONTACT ME BEFORE MAKING ANY CLAIM OR LEAVING NEGATIVE FEEDBACK,I ASSURE U THAT ANY ISSUE WILL BE SOLVED AMICABLY. THANK U VERY MUCH FOR UR PATIENCE GOOD LUCK.
ANCIENT INDIA - Satraps of Cach - Rajuvula - BC10 - 10AD - After the death of Azes, Scythian power in India rapidly waned, although a few kings survived for a short while longer; Rajuvula. was one of these. Mahakshatrapa, which he held until his death in ca. 1/10 AD.
ANCIENT INDIA - Satraps of Cach - Rajuvula - BC10 - 10AD - After the death of Azes, Scythian power in India rapidly waned, although a few kings survived for a short while longer; Rajuvula. was one of these. Mahakshatrapa, which he held until his death in ca. 1/10 AD.
ANCIENT INDIA - Kamaragupta I - Ar Silver Drachma, C415-455 AD - INDIA - Kamaragupta I - Ar Silver Drachma, C415-455 AD. Kumaragupta I (Mahendraditya) was a ruler of the Gupta Empire from in 415-455 AD. A son of the Gupta emperor. He issued silver coins in the style of the newly conquered Western Kshatrapas, though the Kshatrapa "hill" symbol on the reverse.
ANCIENT INDIA - Kamaragupta I - Ar Silver Drachma, C415-455 AD - Kumaragupta I (Mahendraditya) was a ruler of the Gupta Empire from in 415-455 AD. A son of the Gupta emperor. He issued silver coins in the style of the newly conquered Western Kshatrapas, though the Kshatrapa "hill" symbol on the reverse.
ANCIENT INDIA - Satraps of Cach - Rajuvula - BC10 - 10AD - After the death of Azes, Scythian power in India rapidly waned, although a few kings survived for a short while longer; Rajuvula. was one of these. Mahakshatrapa, which he held until his death in ca. 1/10 AD.
Ancient India Kushan Dynasty Ae Coin Kanishka I (The Great) 130-158 Ad - This coin was minted south of Hindu Kush in the reign of Kanishka I, also known as Kanishka The Great, (130 - 158 AD). This is a bronze unit coin from the Kushan Dynasty that ruled a region that included Northern India, Afghanistan and Pakista.
INDO SASANIAN - Gadhaiya Paisa - Malwa (C11-13 AD) - circle motif - INDO-SASANIAN - Gadhaiya Paisa - Malwa, late Paramara series (C11-13A D). Indo-Sasanian Gadhaiya paisa coins are degenerates of Sasanian silver coins which circulated in Afghanistan and India from 8th to 13th.
INDIA - POST MAURYAN - Pallavas - Narasimhavarman I - Ar Unit Circa AD 630-668 - These Northern style drachms were probably struck after Narasimhavarman's occupation of Badami, between 642 and 655 AD. line 1 = NA, line 2 = RA SIM DE VA, line 3 = sun and moon flanking letter VA. Obv: Lion standing left with front paw raised and tail double bent over back within a double dotted border.
ISLAMIC Sassanian Abbasid Caliphat al-Mahdi 771 AD Silver Hemidrachm Coin i92597 - AH 158-169 / AD 775-785. AR Hemidrachm 31mm, (4.07 grams), Issue of 'Umar ibn al-'Ala, governor in Tabaristan. First Series. Tabaristan mint. Dated PYE 120 = AH 155 (AD 771/29). Once Mahdi felt secure in his rule, he fought the Byzantines with more force than his predecessors.
Books: Culture and Art of Ancient Uzbekistan v.1 & 2 - We are happy to represent you extremely bright, rich, multi-stylish art of Central Asian decorative embroidery - one of the outstanding arts of Central Asian region. This embroidery is to decorate different dressing gowns, dresses, scarves, tubeteika, small household items and many other things. But the most magnificent impression makes a large hand- embroidered decorative panel known as Suzani.
ANCIENT INDIA - YAUDHEYA - 3rd Century Tetradrachm - Standard Coinage - Rev: Female goddess standing left with hand on hip, Flower Vase and Reverse Nandipada in field. The Yaudheyas were a powerful tribe in north India, living in the area between the Indus and the Ganges rivers.
MALAYSIA, tin KATUN (Johor) - MALAYSIA, Katun (JOHOR). Between 1527-1800 a big variety oftin coins was minted. This tin piece is from Johor, minted during the 17th century. During the 17th century fivesultanates minted coins: Johor, Perak, Pahang, Kelantan and Kedah.
India. Pratiharas, Bhoja I (Circa A.d.836-885). Billon Silver Drachm. - INDIA. PRATIHARAS, BHOJA I (CIRCA A.D.836-885). BILLON SILVER DRACHM. Weight: 3.78 grams. Diameter: 16mm.(Thank you for viewing the coin. All our coins are guaranteed to be genuine and authentic. We've been dealing in coins and antiquities for over 40 years. Questions about the coin are always welcome. Kind Regards, Ancient17). Index 1.
Silver hemidrachm of Khurshīd, ruler of Tabaristān c. 728-740 CE. - (745/746 CE.). Outside the UK?. Margin divided into 4 quarters by star and crescent at 3, 6, 9 and 12 o'clock, and further subdivided by triangles of 3 dots each. Obverse: Sasanian-type bust facing right after the style of Khushrau II.
ANCIENT INDIA - PANCHALA KINGDOM - Indramitra (45-65AD) Ae 1/4 Karshapana - It is often difficult to provide a positive identification for such coins but this would seem to be from the reign of Indramitra who ruled from. The Panchala series is one of the most interesting of the ancient India coin series, because it was relatively long-lived and the kings are.
INDO PARTHIAN - Gondophares - Ae Drachm Jammu - a scarce coin - Gondophares I was the founder of the Indo-Parthian Kingdom and its most prominent king, ruling from 19 to 46 AD. He belonged to a line of local. Gondophares took over the Kabul valley and the Punjab and Sindh region area from the Scythian king Azes.His empire was vast, but was a.
INDO PARTHIAN - Gondophares - Ae Drachm Jammu - a scarce coin - Gondophares I was the founder of the Indo-Parthian Kingdom and its most prominent king, ruling from 19 to 46 AD. He belonged to a line of local. Gondophares took over the Kabul valley and the Punjab and Sindh region area from the Scythian king Azes.His empire was vast, but was a.
ANCIENT INDIA - Kamaragupta I - Ar Silver Drachma, C415-455 AD - Kumaragupta I (Mahendraditya) was a ruler of the Gupta Empire from in 415-455 AD. A son of the Gupta emperor. He issued silver coins in the style of the newly conquered Western Kshatrapas, though the Kshatrapa "hill" symbol on the reverse.
ANCIENT INDIA - Late Sunga Kingdom - 187-75BC - 2 coins - The Sunga Kingdom was a remnant of the old Mauryan Empire. These coins are very difficult to identify, often worn and of. varying weights. Still a useful addition to any collection. AeKarshapana - Possibly period of Agnimitra - Vidisa Mint 151-143BC.
INDIA - NAGAS OF NARWAR - Ganapati Naga - 1/4 kakini - The Nagas issued a small number of bronze coins of various denominations (1, 1/2 and 1/4 kakini), all are relatively scarce. Ganapati Naga (Circa 340AD). A bit of History to the areas later known as Bharatpur, Dholpur, Gwalior and a part of Bhundelkhand.
INDIA - NAGAS OF NARWAR - Ganapati Naga - 1/4 kakini - The Nagas issued a small number of bronze coins of various denominations (1, 1/2 and 1/4 kakini), all are relatively scarce. Ganapati Naga (Circa 340AD). A bit of History.
INDIA - KUSHAN EMPIRE - Soter Megas - Ae Tetradrachm - Circa 55-105AD - In Afghanistan which gives the lineage of the Kushan king Kanishka (Vima Taktu's grandson). (Bold type represents visible text). and by the Greek letter forms used. This coin has the"square" letter forms, but others have "rounded" letter forms.
ANCIENT INDIA, Greek Style, Vima Takto. AD 80-113. Æ Didrachm RARE AEF - ANCIENT INDIA Greek Style : Kushan Empire.temp. Kujula Kadphises – Vima Takto. Circa AD 80-113. Æ Didrachm. Attic standard. Uncertain (Begram?). Cribb, Early, 5b; ANS Kushan 147-156. Vima Takto's empire covered northwesternGandhara and greaterBactria towardsChina, where Kushan presence has been asserted in theTarim Basin.
ANCIENT INDIA - KUSHAN - Huvishka - Ae Half Unit - Taxila - Shiva Elephant - INDIA - KUSHAN KINGDOM - Huvishka - Ae Half Unit(?). - Shiva and Elephant. Copper "Hemidrachm" of Huvishka, "elephant rider" type - Circa 158-195AD. "Light weight standard of Huvishka's final years" (MAC 3314-3321 ) but the designs are different and again the weight is higher.
Holed silver Sasanian drachm of Khushrou or Xusrō II - Holed silver drachm of Khushrou II, Sasanian Shah'n'Shah (King of Kings). For example, Khusro, Khushrou, or Xusrō. Like all Sasanian drachms, the reverse of this coin shows the Zoroastrian fire altar flanked by richly dressed attendants.
INDIA - KUSHAN - Kanishka II ? - Ae Unit - KUSHAN - Kanishka II?. - Copper unit. He continued to issue coins in the region but a ttributing coins to Kanishka II is not easy. They coins are nearly always found in very worn. A bit of history Mitchiner ACW #3507 - Cond F.
ANCIENT INDIA - KUSHAN - Kanishka II - 227-247 AD - Ae Unit - KUSHAN - Kanishka II - Copper unit - 227-247 AD. He continued to issue coins in the region but a ttributing coins to Kanishka II is not easy. They coins are nearly always found in very worn. A bit of history.
ANCIENT INDIA - WESTERN SATRAPS - Swami Rudrasena - Ar Drachm Date S287? - Swami Rudrasena or Rudrasena III - 270-300VS. Another very difficult coin to identify. The date appears to be 287, which places it in the era of Rudrasena III and the script matches a coin. the text on the reverse is repeated on all the coins, regardless of ruler.
INDIA KASHMIR - LOHARA DYNASTY - Kalasa - Ae Stater (1063 - 1089AD) - KASHMIR - LOHARA DYNASTY - Kalasa - Ae Stater (1063 - 1089). Didda Rani (Yashaskara dynasty) was the daughter of King Simharaja of Lohara and ruled from 958 to 1003. She was one of the most ruthless.
INDIA KASHMIR - LOHARA DYNASTY - Harsha - Ae Stater (1089-1101AD) - KASHMIR - LOHARA DYNASTY - Harsha (1089-1101AD). Didda Rani (Yashaskara dynasty) was the daughter of King Simharaja of Lohara and ruled from 958 to 1003. She was one of the most ruthless. Her successors were known as the Lohara Dynasty.
ANCIENT INDIA - Mauryan Empire - Sunga Kings - 1/2 Karshapana -187-75BC - Cast copper coinage -1/2 Karshapana -. ANCIENT INDIA - Mauryan Empire - Sunga Kings 187-75BC. (I believe this to be 1/2 karshapana although Mitchiner gives the wt. as 4.5 gm). This coin is fairly encrusted but relatively uncommon.
INDO-GREEK BACTRIA - Apollodotos I 160-150 BC - Ar Drachm - Panjhir - Apollodotos I was an associate of Eukratides who ruled south of the Hindu Kush. Panjhir lies in the NE corner of. Indo-Greek Apollodotos I - 160-150 BC. Ar Drachm - Panjhir Mint. Obv: Elephant walking right, legend around, with Panjhir mint mark below.
ANCIENT INDIA - YAUDHEYA 3rd Century - Tetradrachm - Standard Coinage - Rev: Female goddess standing left with hand on hip, Flower Vase and Reverse Nandipada in field. The Yaudheyas were a powerful tribe in north India, living in the area between the Indus and the Ganges rivers.
INDIA - Kushan - Kipanada? Ae unit - INDIA - Kushan - Kipanada?. Kipanada ruled between AD 330-360. they are far more crude than this one. This coins is basically in F condition, much of the design is fairly clear but most of the. surface is encrusted due age.
Electrum coin, INDIA, Kushan Empire, circa 350-375. Dinar - INDIA, Kushan Empire. Dinar (Electrum, 19 mm, 7.48 g, 12 h). Material: Electrum. Kipunada, circa 350-375. to lower right, 'bha'; to inner right, 'dra'; to outer right, 'kipanada' (all in Brahmi). Condition: Very Fine.
Silver hemidrachm of the Abassid Sulaiman ben Mansur of Tabaristan. - Silver hemidrachm of Sulaiman ben Mansur, Abassid governor of Tabaristān PYE 1136-138 (788-790 CE). Stylised columns each side, where attendants would be expected. "Tabaristan" to the right; date hptsywst' (137) to the left.
Silver hemidrachm of the Abassid Sa'id ibn Da'laj of Tabaristan. - Silver hemidrachm of Sa'id ibn Da'laj, Abassid governor of Tabaristān PYE 125-127 (777-779 CE). Attendants at each side. "Tabaristan" to the right; date ššwystst (126) to the left. Obverse: Crowned bust right.
Silver hemidrachm of Farrukhan, ruler of Tabaristan. Dabuyid Ispahbads. - Margin divided into 4 quarters by star and crescent at 3, 6, 9 and 12 o'clock, and further subdivided by triangles of 3 dots each. Silver hemidrachm of Farrukhān, ruler of Tabaristān c. 670-728 CE. Outside the UK?.
840KC0Z) HUNNIC TRIBES, Nezak Huns. Circa 484/8 - 560 AD AR Drachm VF - (840KC0Z) HUNNIC TRIBES, Nezak Huns. Circa 484/8 - 560 AD AR Drachm (26.5 mm, 2.72 grms). Host coin imitating a Sasanian drachm of Hormazd IV from the jayy (GD) mint, dated RY 24. Crowned bust right; c/m on margin of 1st quarter / Fire altar flanked by attendants; c/m: Walker # 10.
Antique Silver plated Lucky Lakshmi Ganesh HINDU OM Good Luck Token Coin A61 - Antique Silver Goddess Lakshmi and God Ganesh OM HINDU Legend Good Luck Coin GIFT. Coin No A61. Good Luck Hindu Temple Token Coin - Nice Gift. Front and back side of the coin is shown in the photos. The coin you will see is the coin you will receive.
Rare and Antique Copper 1947 British India One Pice 1 Paisa Centre Hole Coin C61 - Coin No C61. It says one Paisa in Urdu, Hindi and English. Last Coin of British Rule in Indja as India got independence on 15th August 1947. Front and back side of the coin is shown in the photos. The coin you will see is the coin you will receive.
Rare Antique Copper Ram Parivar 1818 Laxman Sita Hanuman Hindu Temple Coin F8 - Rare Antique Copper Ram Parivar 1818 Laxman Sita Hanuman Hindu Temple Coin F8 There is God Rama, Lakshman, Sita and Hanuman Ji sitting on their feet at one side of this coin and it says HALF Anna East India company on the other side of this coin. Very Rare Coin of Collector's interest. Size is.approx 32mm Coin as shown in photos. Please message for more information.
Very Rare Antique Brass Hanuman with Himalaya Hill on Hand Hindu Temple Coin F5 - Very Rare Antique Brass Hanuman with Himalaya Hill on Hand Hindu Temple Token Coin F5 East India Company UKL Half Anna 1818 coin. Very Rare Coin of Collector's interest. Size is.approx 28mm Coin as shown in photos. Please message for more information.
Antique Brass Jai Mata Di Devi Head Pindi Hindu Good Luck Temple Token Coin E43 - Antique Brass Jai Mata Di Vaishno Devi Head Pindis Hindu Good Luck Temple Token Coin E43 It says New Kashmir Dry Fruit PH: 32049, Main Bazar, Katra Coin No. E43 Size is.approx 32mm Weight approx 20g Coin as shown in photos. Please message for more information.
Antique Silver Plated Jai Mata Di Hindu Devi Pindi God Good Luck Token Coin W22 - Antique Silver Plated Jai Mata Di Hindu Devi Pindi God Good Luck Token Coin W22Front and backside of this coin is shown in photos.Size approx 32mm (diameter)One coin is included in the sale.Stay blessed!Civilisation: Persian/ Indian/HinduMetal: MixedCleaned/ Uncleaned: UncleanedCountry/Region of Manufacture: India
Antique Silver Plated Jai Mata Di Hindu Devi Pindi God Good Luck Token Coin W21 - Antique Silver Plated Jai Mata Di Hindu Devi Pindi God Good Luck Token Coin W21Front and backside of this coin is shown in photos.Size approx 32mm (diameter)One coin is included in the sale.Stay blessed!Civilisation: Persian/ Indian/HinduCleaned/ Uncleaned: UncleanedMetal: MixedCountry/Region of Manufacture: IndiaCivilisation: Persian/ Indian/HinduCleaned/ Uncleaned: UncleanedMetal: MixedCountry/Region of Manufacture: India
Antique Silver Plated Jai Mata Di Hindu Devi Pindi God Good Luck Token Coin W20 - Antique Silver Plated Jai Mata Di Hindu Devi Pindi God Good Luck Token Coin W20Front and backside of this coin is shown in photos.Size approx 32mm (diameter)One coin is included in the sale.Stay blessed!Civilisation: Persian/ Indian/HinduMetal: MixedCleaned/ Uncleaned: UncleanedCountry/Region of Manufacture: India
Antique Silver Plated Jai Ma Shera Wali Hindu Pindi God Good Luck Token Coin W18 - Antique Silver Plated Jai Ma Shera Wali Hindu Pindi God Good Luck Token Coin W18Front and backside of this coin is shown in photos.Size approx 32mm (diameter)One coin is included in the sale.Stay blessed!Civilisation: Persian/ Indian/HinduCleaned/ Uncleaned: UncleanedMetal: MixedCountry/Region of Manufacture: India
Antique Silver Plated Lakshmi Ganesh Hindu Gods Good Luck Pot Token Coin W13 - Antique Silver Plated Lakshmi Ganesh Hindu Gods Good Luck Pot Token Coin W13Front and backside of this coin is shown in photos.Size approx 32mm (diameter)One coin is included in the sale.Stay blessed!Civilisation: Persian/ Indian/HinduCleaned/ Uncleaned: UncleanedMetal: MixedCountry/Region of Manufacture: IndiaCivilisation: Persian/ Indian/HinduCleaned/ Uncleaned: UncleanedMetal: MixedCountry/Region of Manufacture: India
Antique Silver Plated Lakshmi Ganesh Hindu Gods Good Luck Shiri Token Coin W10 - Antique Silver Plated Lakshmi Ganesh Hindu Gods Good Luck Shiri Token Coin W10Front and backside of this coin is shown in photos.Size approx 32mm (diameter)One coin is included in the sale.Civilisation: Persian/ Indian/HinduMetal: MixedCleaned/ Uncleaned: UncleanedCountry/Region of Manufacture: IndiaCivilisation: Persian/ Indian/HinduMetal: MixedCleaned/ Uncleaned: UncleanedCountry/Region of Manufacture: India
VIMA TAKTO Soter Megas 80 AD, Kushan Empire King, Tetradracma Indo-Greek Coin - The Kushan Empire was founded by Kujulu Kadphises, whose son was Vima Takto. Kadphises and, intially, Vima Takto issued coins that were largely imitative of the peoples they conquered. One of the most recognizable coins of the period bears an obverse portrait and a horseman on the back.
Vima Takto (Soter Megas) - Kushan Empire King, circa 80-100 A.D. - The Kushan Empire was founded by Kujulu Kadphises, whose son was Vima Takto. Kadphises and, intially, Vima Takto issued coins that were largely imitative of the peoples they conquered. One of the most recognizable coins of the period bears an obverse portrait and a horseman on the back.
Sassanian Empire Silver Drachm Coin Khusro Ii 591-628 Ad - This is a silver Drachm from the rule of Khusro II 591-628 AD. This is an old ancient silver coin from the Sassanian Empire of Persia (Iran). There is obviously wear from this old coin but most of the details remain.
India Shahi - Jital Circa 600 - 1000 Ad 20Mm 2.9G Inv #5 - INDIA SHAHI - JITAL CIRCA 600 - 1000 AD SEE PICS. SEE PIC FOR CONDITION. PHOTOS ARE OF THE ACTUAL ITEM YOU WILL RECEIVE. BELLFLOWER, CALIFORNIA 90706. VANGUARD COLLECTABLES.
India Shahi - Jital Circa 600 - 1000 Ad 19Mm 2.2G Inv #1 - INDIA SHAHI - JITAL CIRCA 600 - 1000 AD SEE PICS. SEE PIC FOR CONDITION. PHOTOS ARE OF THE ACTUAL ITEM YOU WILL RECEIVE. BELLFLOWER, CALIFORNIA 90706. VANGUARD COLLECTABLES.
927EB6) INDIA, Kushan Empire. Huvishka. Circa AD 151-190. Æ Tetradrachm VF - (927EB6) INDIA, Kushan Empire. Circa AD 151-190. Æ Tetradrachm (27 mm, 10.50 g, 12h). Main mint in Kapisha (Begram?). Late phase. Huvishka, holding ankuśa (elephant goad), right on elephant / Siva, standing facing, holding trident and flask; tamgha to left.
Rare and Antique Copper 1945 British India One Pice 1 Paisa Centre Hole Coin C64 - Coin No C64. It says one Paisa in Urdu, Hindi and English. Coin shows usage signs. Date and other information is hardly visible, coin as shown in photos. Can be used as copper coin pendant to protect against evil spirits or as Good Luck coin.
Antique Copper 1944 British India One Paisa Style Centre Hole Token Coin C60 - Antique Copper 1944 British India One Paisa Style Centre Hole Token Coin C60 Evil protection coin. Coin No C60. Coin shows usage signs. Good Luck coin to wear in necklace, bracelet, taraggi or in anklet to protect from evil spirits.
Rare and Antique Copper 1947 British India One Pice 1 Paisa Centre Hole Coin C58 - Coin No C58. It says one Paisa in Urdu, Hindi and English. Last Coin of British Rule in Indja as India got independence on 15th August 1947. Front and back side of the coin is shown in the photos. The coin you will see is the coin you will receive.
Antique Silver plated Lucky Lakshmi Ganesh HINDU OM Good Luck Token Coin A62 - Antique Silver Goddess Lakshmi and God Ganesh OM HINDU Legend Good Luck Coin GIFT. Coin No A62. Good Luck Hindu Temple Token Coin - Nice Gift. Front and back side of the coin is shown in the photos. The coin you will see is the coin you will receive.
Antique Silver plated Lucky Lakshmi Ganesh HINDU OM Good Luck Token Coin A60 - Antique Silver Goddess Lakshmi and God Ganesh OM HINDU Legend Good Luck Coin GIFT. Coin No A60. Good Luck Hindu Temple Token Coin - Nice Gift. Front and back side of the coin is shown in the photos. The coin you will see is the coin you will receive.
Hindu sikh singh brass guru nanak dev ji mool mantar token coin good luck token - Reverse: The mool mantra ੴ ਸਤਿ ਨਾਮੁ ਕਰਤਾ ਪੁਰਖੁ ਨਿਰਭਉ ਨਿਰਵੈਰੁ ਅਕਾਲ ਮੂਰਤਿ ਅਜੂਨੀ ਸੈਭੰ ਗੁਰ ਪ੍ਰਸਾਦਿ ॥॥ ਜਪੁ ॥ ਆਦਿ ਸਚੁ ਜੁਗਾਦਿ ਸਚੁ ॥ ਹੈ ਭੀ ਸਚੁ ਨਾਨਕ ਹੋਸੀ ਭੀ ਸਚੁ ॥1॥. Obverse: Engraved photo Guru Nanak Dev Ji seated under a tree with Maradana playing a rebab and Bala Sindhu holding a chowri, a fly whisk.
Antique Shiri Lakshmi Ganesh Ji Hindu Shubh Labh Legend Good Luck Coin Token S72 - Antique Shiri Lakshmi Ganesh Ji Hindu Shubh Labh Legend Good Luck Coin Token S72Christmas and New Year Good Luck Gift Lakshmi Ji is considered as Goddess of Wealth and Prosperity and Ganesh Ji is remembered before starting any new thing or work (Ritual is called as Shiri Ganesh karna that means to begin) in Hindu Mythology.Coin as shown in the photos.Should you have any queries please do not heistate to contact us or whatsapp at 00447883024604
Brass Laxmi Ganesh Ji Hindu Shubh Labh POT Legend Good Luck Coin Gift Token S62 - Brass Laxmi Ganesh Ji Hindu Shubh Labh POT Legend Good Luck Coin Gift Token S62Christmas and New Year Good Luck Gift Lakshmi Ji is considered as Goddess of Wealth and Prosperity and Ganesh Ji is remembered before starting any new thing or work (Ritual is called as Shiri Ganesh karna that means to begin) in Hindu Mythology.Coin as shown in the photos.Should you have any queries please do not heistate to contact us or whatsapp at 00447883024604
Catalogue of coins of National Bank. Uzbekistan, 4 volume - In each catalogue 100 coins of the various periods are submitted. Size 21 x 29.5 cm. (8.3" x 11.6"). Publishing house. Year of the edition. #1-1997, #2-2000, #3-2000, (#4)2001. Presence of photos, phototables.
A.Kuznetsov. The catalogue of coins of Chaghanian. - The catalogue of coins of Chaghanian. Size 15 x 21 cm. Publishing house. Year of the edition. Tashkent FAN 1994. List of countries Presence of photos, phototables. 118 photos.