Lot 867: India, Nidugal Cholas. Irungola II ""Danava Murari"". 12th century. AV pagoda.

AUCTION: Triskeles - Auction 25 (Auction 332)

Description

Irungola II ""Danava Murari"". 12th century. AV pagoda (9 mm, 3.41 g, 1 h). Garuda striding right, right arm raised in warrior pose / 3-line Kannada legend: Danava Murari Bamtara. MNI -; MSI 282. Rare. Toning in the recesses. Good very fine.

Mitchiner attributes this type to Somesvara IV Chalukya. This coin can easily be distinguished from the Hanuman type by the prominent presence of Garuda's beak, and is rare thus.

Lot Details

Offered By: Barry P. Murphy
Lot #: 867
Listing #: 234905
Closed: Friday, September 28, 2018 6:24:20 PM CT
Estimate: $400

Sold Winning Bid: $345
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Description

Mitchiner attributes this type to Somesvara IV Chalukya. This coin can easily be distinguished from the Hanuman type by the prominent presence of Garuda's beak, and is rare thus.

Lot Details

Offered By: Barry P. Murphy
Lot #: 867
Listing #: 234905
Closed: Friday, September 28, 2018 6:24:20 PM CT
Estimate: $400