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Lot No.85
AUC47
Hindu Coins of Medieval India
Auction Date: 10-08-2024
Copper
Hindu kings of Kashmir, Utpala dynasty - copper dinnara of Nirjjita/Anirjjita varman (c.906 AD), not listed in major publications, 6.19g. Obv: stylized representation of a seated goddess; Sharada legend Ani to right. Rev: stylized king standing facing left, sacrificing over altar; Sarada legend rjjita below his arm.
Extremely fine, Very rare.
The reign of Sugandha Rani ended in chaos. She was heavily under the control of mercenary soldiers called 'Tantrins' and 'Ekangas'. She selected Nirjjita varman, son of Sukha varman and grandson of Shura varman, to be the king, in the hope that being her relative, he would act according to her directions. But Nirjjita varman was an unpopular king - he was handicapped and spent a lot of money. The Tantrin infantry then deposed him and installed his son Partha on the throne.
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Estimated Price :
Rs. 8,000-10,000
Sold For :
Rs. 9,500
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