Chalukyas of Badami, Gold Varaha- Gadyana, 3.85g, “Lion” type, Obv: Majestic maned Lion st

Chalukyas of Badami, Gold Varaha- Gadyana, 3.85g, “Lion” type, Obv: Majestic maned Lion standing facing right, with roaring mouth and curved tail, sub and crescent moon above, Rev: Chalukya temple with short Phamsana-style Vimana and four stylized pillars. A half-lotus motif in the centre suggests a Vaishnava affiliation (Mitch# 258 plate specimen). Extremely fine, exceedingly rare. Mitchiner attributes this series of ‘temple’-type Gadyanas to the period of Pulakeshin II but without any evidence.

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Auction: Auction #101 · Oswal Antiques · 2023-12-23 · Estimate: ₹ 400000 - ₹ 500000

Category: Medieval Bharat : Badami

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