Govind Singh, Gold Nazarana 1/2 Mohur, 5.72g, Obv: Portrait bust of Govind Singh, slightly

Govind Singh, Gold Nazarana 1/2 Mohur, 5.72g, Obv: Portrait bust of Govind Singh, slightly turned, wearing turban and aigrette, Rev: Coat-of-arms of Datia state, Arms- A saltire between two swords, Crest- A partridge proper on a helmet to the left, Supporters- A Lion and a sambur deer (Rusa unicolor), Motto- Vira Dalap Sharanadah- वीर दलप शरणदः (“Lord of the Brave, Giver of Refuge”). About very fine, extremely rare. As these coins are undated, it is difficult to say when they were struck and for which ceremonial purposes. But since the title ‘KCSI’ is mentioned after the Maharaja’s name, it is

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Auction: Auction #111 · Oswal Antiques · 2026-04-19 · Estimate: ₹ 250000 - ₹ 300000

Category: Princely States : Datia

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