Tribal Republic, Malava Janapada, Copper, 0.33g, Obv: Lion standing to left, Rev: Tree-in-

Tribal Republic, Malava Janapada, Copper, 0.33g, Obv: Lion standing to left, Rev: Tree-in-railing in centre with Brahmi legend “(Malava)nam Jaya” (Handa Class I). Very rare, extremely rare. The Malava Janapada is one of the ancient republican tribes of India, mentioned in early Sanskrit literature and inscriptions. The Malavas are referred to in the epic Mahabharata, indicating their presence among the tribes of north-western India during the epic age. In the grammatical work of Pāṇini, the Malavas and Kshudrakas are classified among the “Ayudha-Jivi Sanghas” (martial republics). Greek histori

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Auction: Auction #111 · Oswal Antiques · 2026-04-19 · Estimate: ₹ 20000 - ₹ 25000

Category: Ancient : Tribal Coinage

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