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Lot No.135
AUC49
Hindu Coins of Medieval India
Auction Date: 02-08-2025
Copper
Hindu kings of Kashmir, Utpala dynasty, copper dinnara of Partha Varman (906-921 and 934-935 AD), MNC 167-168, 5.30g. Obv: stylized goddess seated facing, wearing large earrings; Sarada legend Partha to right. Rev: stylized king standing facing left, sacrificing over altar; Sarada legend Varma below his arm.
Extremely fine, Very rare.
The reign of Partha varman saw a power struggle erupting between members of the Utpala family. Partha made his mother Sugandha abdicate in his favour. The father of Partha, Anirjjita varman alias 'Pangu' was also in the power struggle. Some ministers conspired against Partha and disposed of him, allowing Pangu to rule in his lieu until Chakra varman was installed on the throne with the help of the Tantrin militia.
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Estimated Price :
Rs. 5,000-7,000
Sold For :
Rs. 5,000
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