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Medieval India: Cholas, Raja Raja I (985-1014 AD), gold 1/8th kahavanu, MCSI-II 331, 0.45g.

Currency:INR Category:Coins & Paper Money / Indian Coins - Ancient Start Price:NA Estimated At:1,200.00 - 1,500.00 INR
Medieval India: Cholas, Raja Raja I (985-1014 AD), gold 1/8th kahavanu, MCSI-II 331, 0.45g.
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Maitrakas of Vallabhi, silver drachm in the name of 'Sharva Bhataraka', (300-400 AD), MAC4885-4887, 1.85g. Obv: Bust of king facing right, wearing crescent on helmet. Rev: Trident with a short handle in centre; Brahmi legend Rajño Mahakshatra Paramadityabhakta Mahasamanta Shri Gavadashrihasa.

Very fine, Very scarce.

The coin shows a remarkable similarity in execution with the so-called 'Bombay mint' drachms of Western Kshatrapas. The legend is truncated and ill executed, with some illegible inclusions.