Maitraka dynasty Drachm - Bhattaraka, 470 – 492
Information
Country
Maitraka dynasty
Maitraka dynasty
Currency
Drachm
(470 – 770)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Drachm - Bhattaraka
Year
470 – 492
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Weight (g)
1.8
Diameter (mm)
12
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Drachm - Bhattaraka from Maitraka dynasty. Issued from 470 to 492. Struck in Silver. Measures 12 mm and weighs 1.8 g.
- Obverse
- Portrait of King Bhattaraka Facing Right. Detached from the Gupta empire, the Matraikas of Valabhi was a dynasty which Ruled a part of the present Gujarat. Bhattaraka is the founder and general of Maitrakas Dynasty around 470 until 492 AD.
- Reverse
- Stylized Trident (Trishul) in Center, Inscription in Brahmi Around
- Edge
- Plain
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (470-492) | — |
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