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Lot No.141
AUC42
Ancient India
Auction Date: 06-08-2022
Copper
Post-Mauryan tribal republics - alloyed copper unit of the Rajanya people's state (Janapada), (c.150-100 BC), PAIC 1392, 8.69g. Obv: Deity holding a ball and walking to left, wavy line below; Brahmi legend Rajaña Janapadasa around. Rev: Bull facing left, within traces of rayed circle.
About Very fine, Very rare.
The name 'Rajanya' denotes high-status Kshatriyas and most likely the Rajanyas were one of the martial communities of Ancient India. Their habitational area was Northwest Punjab. Nany ancient Indian texts, like the grammar of Panini, make a direct reference to the Rajanyas.
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Estimated Price :
Rs. 12,000-15,000
Sold For :
Rs. 12,000
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