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Lot No.24
AUC50
Ancient India
Auction Date: 04-01-2026
Gold
Gupta Empire - gold dinar of Samudra Gupta (c.350-375 AD), 'Kacha' type, S. Kumar Class I, var. A.1, 19.80mm; 7.43g. Obv: nimbate king, wearing tunic, standing holding a 'Chakra' standard, offering sacrifice at an altar; Brahmi legend Kacha under the king's arm holding the standard and Kacho Gāmavajitya….ruttamairja... around. Rev: nimbate goddess, standing facing left holding cornucopia and lotus; Brahmi legend Sarvarajochhettah to right and a Tamgha in the left field.
Very fine, Reverse better, Very rare.
Almost all previous scholars have regarded the gold coins of 'Kacha' to Samudra Gupta; however, Sanjeev Kumar attributes them to Rama Gupta. The title “Sarvarajocchettah” (Exterminator of all Kings) is held by Samudra Gupta in his eulogy inscription on the Ilahabad Pillar.
Provenance: P.R. Krishna Collection
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Estimated Price :
Rs. 1,25,000-1,50,000
Sold For :
Rs. 1,35,000
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