Aulikaras of Mandasor- Feudatories of Guptas Lead 8.59g Obv: Lotus in centre Brahmi legend

Aulikaras of Mandasor- Feudatories of Guptas Lead 8.59g Obv: Lotus in centre Brahmi legend “Jitam Bhagavata Vishnunam” (“Conquered by Lord Vishnu”) around Rev: Ornate Shrivatsa symbol. Extremely fine for type extremely rare. These coins are reportedly found at Mandasor, the capital of the Aulikaras, a feudatory dynasty to the Guptas. They are struck anonymous, acknowledging only Vishnu and referring to his ‘conquest’. It probably has political undertones – Yashodharman of the Aulikara dynasty is known to have defeated the Hunas.

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Auction: Auction #57 · Oswal Antiques · 2015-10-17 · Estimate: ₹ 30000 - ₹ 35000

Category: Ancient

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