Gobada Coin
2nd century BCE
Details
Context
Description
Details
Title: Coin
Period/Date: 2nd century BCE
Dynasty/Style: Pre-Satavahana dynasty
Provenance: Kotilingala, Telangana
Medium: Copper alloy
Dimensions (mm): L 9 x W 7
Weight: 2 gm
Credit Line: Dr. Bhadragirish, Hyderabad
Accession Number: PIF000CN2
Context
From ancient Telangana, this is a pre-Satavahana monarchical inscribed coinage characteristic of Kotilingala site in Jagityala district. This alloyed copper coin of King Gobada, showcases Brahmi script reading Gobada with geometrical patterns, distinct from the curved Ashoka Brahmi script.
Description
The coin’s obverse features an unparalleled design, while the reverse is quite plain. This contrast highlights the early phase of numismatic practices in the region.
