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The Chalukyans were one of the most powerful ruling Dynasties in the South India from 6th Century CE to 12th Century CE. There are myths and speculations about their origin. They ruled from Vatapi and Vengi.

The Chalukyas have issued various coins. One of the Gold Pagoda weighing around 3.78 g has been sold for INR 1,10,000. It was issued during 597-610 AD. This coin is very unique as its obverse depicts the early temple of Dravadian style which only flourished in the Southern parts India. Where we see very few and rare depiction of temples on the Ancient Indian coins this becomes an indeed source of studying the Temple Architecture in further details. Also, most of the dynasties portrayed various motifs like animals, birds, flowers, deities, etc on their coins. The Chalukyas of Badami (Vatapi) took a major step in depiction a temple on their coin. The reverse depicts a scepter between two lamps.

This piece of art is extremely fine and very rare! View another beautiful coin of Chalukyas here.

Aren’t they just beautiful with theirs metal and design?

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