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The study of ancient and medieval Indian coins brought to light the names of many kings about whose existence there was no literary or inscriptional evidence. For example the recent discovery of Kotalingala coins in the Karimnagar district of Andhra brought out the coins of unknown Kings namely Gobada, Narana, Kamvayasa , Sirivayasa and Samagopa. These kings ruled part of Andhra after the fall of Mauryan empire and they preceded Satavahanas. It is also true of medieval period when kings like Yildis and Qubacha ruled parts of Northwestern India during the rule of some Delhi sultans. These kings were known to the historians as governors of those provinces but their coins prove that they were independent rulers. Same is true of many such kings in different parts of India who came to be known through their coin finds. The coins also helped in corroborating the information provided in puranas. Vayu, Vishnu, Brahmanda, Baghavata and Matsya puranas mention about Satavahana kings and coins of some of those kings found in different parts of Deccan support the puranas. But facts provided by coins seem to be more accurate than puranas. For example name of the first king of this dynasty is mentioned variously as Chismaka, Sindhuka, Balyhita, Simuka etc in different Puranas but coins name him as Chimuka which must be correct since they were issued during his rule while puranas were written centuries later and hence many inaccuracies crept into them. Coins of some rulers of the family were found which were missed out in the Puranas namely Kumba and Karna. Hence coins help in reconstructing our ancient history much more accurately than what is possible from other sources. The coins also help historians in ascertaining the religious leanings of those kings - neha sharma(New Delhi)
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How can I use epigraph in a sentence?
There is an epigraph of Mahatma Gandhi on Indian Currency. It is a word for inscription on coins or currency.
What is the importance of ancient coins in Sri Lanka?
as it is the local source of history, it helps us to study the ancient history of sri lanka
Assess the importance of archaeological sources for the study of ancient Indian history?
Recently historians attach much importance to the coins as source materials for reconstruction of ancient Indian history. For, the study of coins reveals such information which no other source does. For example, the metal or alloy of metals used in the coins give us an idea about the advancement made in metallurgy during the contemporary period. Coins also throw light on the economic history. Distribution of coins is an indication that the economic activities under a particular king or kings had been extended to these areas. Again the coins in which names of kings have been mentioned enable us to know about the chronology of a ruling dynasty. The Kushana kings had circulated different types of coins in which not only the name but also the year of accession has been mentioned. This has enabled us to fix the dates of various Kushana kings who ruled over India. The coins are a helpful in reconstruction the cultural history of a particular period.
What is the difference between Indian coin and Greek coin?
Indian coins typically feature symbols or images specific to Indian culture, history, or religious beliefs, while Greek coins often depict mythological figures, gods, or scenes from Greek mythology. Indian coins may also include inscriptions in regional languages, while Greek coins usually have inscriptions in ancient Greek. Additionally, Indian coins were traditionally made of gold, silver, or copper, while Greek coins were commonly made of silver or bronze.
What inscription on the US coins did Theodore Roosevelt try in vain to have removed?
In God We Trust
What is difference between Indian coins and greek coins?
There are a lot of differences between Greek coins and Indian ones. Get a book about world coins, and you can learn a lot about how to identify coins.
What has the author William H Valentine written?
William H. Valentine has written: 'The copper coins of India' -- subject(s): Coins, Indian, Indian Coins
Are all Indian-head coins worth a lot?
It depends on what you think a lot is and which US coins that have Indian heads on them you are asking about?
How many HH Australian Two Dollars coins were made?
All Australian Two Dollar coins are HH coins. HH is the initials of the designer of the reverse, Horst Hahne. The HH inscription only appeared on the 1988 and 1989 coins. There were 160,852,100 1988 coins minted. There were 31,637,800 1989 coins minted.
Are all Indian coins rare?
No.
What is the value for a quarter 1876 Indian Rupee?
1876 indian coins value
1803 Indian head coin?
There were no Indian Head coins minted in 1803.
