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DenominationDinar
Country / EmpireGupta Empire
Obverse DesignHighly varied depending on the specific coin type. Common depictions include Samudragupta standing with a bow (Archer type), holding a battle-axe (Battle-axe type), playing a lyre (Lyrist type), or performing a horse sacrifice (Ashvamedha type). Legends in Brahmi script are typically present.
Reverse DesignHighly varied depending on the specific coin type. Typically features a goddess (often Lakshmi or Durga) seated on a lotus or throne, holding attributes such as a cornucopia or lotus. A Brahmi legend usually accompanies the deity.
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