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Lot No.183
eAUC03
Hindu Coins of Medieval India
Auction Date: 26-02-2023
Copper
Hindu kings of Kashmir, Utpala dynasty - copper dinar of Nirjjita/Anirjjita varman (c.906), not listed in major publications, 5.79g. Obv: stylized representation of a seated goddess; Sarada legend Ani to right. Rev: stylized king standing facing left, sacrificing over altar; Sarada legend rjji(ta) below his arm.
About Extremely fine, Extremely rare.
The reign of Sugandha Rani ended in chaos. She was heavily under the control of mercenary soldiers called 'Tantrins' and 'Ekangas'. In order to make over the kingdom to some worthy person, she selected Nirjjita varman, son of Sukha varman and grandson of Shura varman, in the hope that being her relative, he would act according to her directions. But she was opposed by some of her ministers as her nominee was unfit for the kingdom on account of his bad habits. Nirjjita varman used to squander money and was extremely idle. The Tantri infantry separated themselves from her party, and made Partha, the son of Nirjjitavarmma, king. ('Rajatarangini of Kalhana Pandita: Vol 1', translated by Jogesh Chunder Dutt, London, 1887, p. 123-124)
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Estimated Price :
Rs. 12,000-15,000
Sold For :
Rs. 16,000
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