Gold Gajapati Pagoda of Western Ganga Dynasty
2024-01-02 Tue
Western Ganga was one of the important ruling dynasties of ancient Karnataka from 350 CE to 1000 CE.King Konganivarman Madhava was the first ruler of this dynasty, ruled between 350 CE and 370 CE. His successors, Madhava I and Harivarman, made military and matrimonial ties with the Pallavas, Chalukyas, and Kadambas to increase their power.
This Gold Gajapati Pagoda, 3.88g, was issued by the ruler of Western Gangas.
The Obverse of this Gold Gajapati Pagoda features an ornate Elephant standing facing right, there is a 3-layer pearl garland on the neck of the elephant. The reverse of this coin features Ornamental floral scroll.
Image Courtesy: Classical Numismatic Gallery
Latest News
-
The Elephant on an Indo-Greek Silver Drachm of Apollodotus I
2026-09-22 TueElephants were not just an important part of Indian heritage and religious traditions; they also ...
-
Gajalakshmi Flanked by Elephants on a Post-Mauryan Ujjaini Copper Coin
2026-09-22 TueThe association between Gajalakshmi and elephants is one of the most enduring motifs in Indian re...
-
Elephant Head on a Bronze Coin of Indo-Scythian King Maues
2026-09-21 MonAs the eighth day of Ganesh Utsav is celebrated, the elephant once again provides a fascinating l...
-
A Remarkable Elephant-and-Lion Standard on Vrishni Coinage
2026-09-21 MonAs Ganesh Utsav continues, the elephant once again offers a fascinating doorway into India’s an...
-
Elephant and Lion on a Cooch Behar Royal Coin
2026-09-19 SatThe elephant occupies a distinctive place in the cultural traditions of eastern India, particular...