Gold Mohur of King Gaurinath Simha of Assam
2024-12-23 Mon
During the medieval period, Assam was ruled by the Ahom Dynasty, founded by King Sukaphaa, a Shan prince from Mong Mao. He arrived in Assam after crossing the Patkai mountain range on the northeastern border of India with Myanmar.The coinage of Assam is captivating and intriguing for collectors and numismatists. They are renowned for their beauty and craftsmanship.
King Gaurinath Simha's Gold Mohur weighing 11.26g.
The obverse features the inscription 'Sri Sri Hara Gauri Charana Kamala Makaranda Madhukarasya'. The reverse displays the inscription 'Sri Sri Swargadeva Gaurinath Simha Nripasya, Saka 1707', with a lion facing left at the bottom.
Image Courtesy: Todywalla Auction
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