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Lot No.36
AUC50
Ancient India
Auction Date: 04-01-2026
Copper
Gupta Empire - copper bust-type coin of Chandragupta II (c.375-415 AD), Malwa series, S. Kumar Class III, PAIC 3544, 10.29mm; 1.13g. Obv: bust of king wearing large earring facing left. Rev: Garuda facing holding a snake in his beak above a pedestal; Brahmi legend (Cha)ndragupta below.
About extremely fine, Very rare.
With Chandragupta II at the helm, the Gupta Empire reached its zenith, expanding across much of northern India, reaching the Indus on one side and extending down to the Narmada basin. Literary and numismatic evidence indicate his strong affiliation with Vaishnavism. This is reflected on the reverse of the coin, where Garuda - the divine bird and vehicle of Vishnu - is depicted standing with outstretched wings above the emperor's name, serving as a symbol of protection and royal authority.
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Estimated Price :
Rs. 40,000-50,000
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