Gupta Empire, Samudragupta, c. 335-375, AV dinar, 7.44 g. (20 mm). Obverse: Javelin type; king wearing royal tunic with belt standing, holding javelin with spearhead pointed down and sacrificing at altar, with Garuda standard in left field, Brahmi Samudra below his left arm, circular Brahmi legend around from 1 o'clock, samaraśatavitatavijayo jitaripur ajito divaṃ jayati (the unconquered one, whose victories extend over a century of battles, having conquered his enemies, wins heaven) Reverse: nimbate goddess Lakshmi enthroned, holding diadem and cornucopia, Brahmi inscription at right, parakrama, tamgha left, dotted border around. Kumar, TOTGE 2024, Class II, B1. Raven, SG-Sc/group 4. A fairly rare design that shows the king as a youthful figure.
VF+, a harmonious, well-centered strike on a circular flan, missing some details on the high points, With a wonderful sharp reverse in which the dark deposits enhance the design, a few minor edge scratches..
Ex Chand Collection British Museum no 1.10.10
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