Indo-Sasanian, Gadhiya Paisa Series, AR Drachm, Circa 950-1100 AD

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Medieval & World, Indo-Sasanian, Gadhiya Paisa Series, AR Drachm (silver, 3.14g, 18mm), Circa 950-1100
Obv:  Indo-Sasanian style bust to right; pellets and ornaments around
Rev: Stylised fire altar; pellets around
Ref: Mitchiner, Non-Islamic 422-4 Rarity/Choice: Common, aEF (minor verdigris, beautifully strike)
Note: The Gadhiya Paisa series emerged during a period when the Chaulukya dynasty ruled over parts of western India, including Saurashtra and Gujarat. The coinage of this period reflects a blend of local Indian and Sasanian influences, with abstract interpretations of traditional Sasanian motifs. These coins are important artifacts that demonstrate the cultural and commercial connections between the Indian subcontinent and the Persian world during the medieval period. They also reflect the enduring influence of Sasanian art and symbolism in the region. This silver drachm belongs to the Gadhiya Paisa series, part of the Indo-Sasanian coinage produced approximately between 950 and 1100 AD. These coins were issued under the rule of the Chaulukya dynasty in the regions of Saurashtra and Gujarat. Coins from the Gadhiya Paisa series are highly sought after by collectors due to their historical significance and unique artistic style. Despite their abstract nature, these coins provide valuable insights into the political, cultural, and economic dynamics of medieval India.

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