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Lot No.634
AUC24
Hindu Coins of Medieval India
Auction Date: 10-04-2016
Gold
Early Medieval North Karantaka, Gold die-struck/punch-marked Gadyana attributed tentatively to the early Kadambas of Hangal (800-900 AD), attempted with piercing for jewellery (thus two prominent indentations), MCSI-I no. 234, 3.71g. Obv: A temple with uncertain figurines under its roof within a dotted border; four stylized lion punches struck on it. Rev: Floral scroll within a dotted border, partly obliterated under the obverse punches.
Fine+, Rare.
Coins of this type are struck using a curious combination of die-striking and punch marking techniques. First, they are struck normally between two dies giving obverse and reverse impressions and then the obverse is subjected to punches.
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Estimated Price :
Rs. 45,000-50,000
Sold For :
Rs. 65,000
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