Ikshvaku Coin
3rd century CE
Details
Context
Description
Details
Title: Coin
Period/Date: 3rd century CE
Dynasty/Style: Ikshvaku dynasty
Provenance: Andhra Pradesh
Medium: Lead coin
Dimensions (mm): Di. 15
Weight: 3-4 gm
Credit Line: Dr. Bhadragirish, Hyderabad
Accession Number: PIF000CN7
Context
The Ikshvakus became independent in the eastern Deccan (modern-day Telangana and Andhra Pradesh) from the Satavahanas and established their capital at Nagarjunakonda (Sri Parvata-Vijayapuri) around 227 CE.
Description
Ikshvaku Dynasty issued lead coins which bear a stylized upright, right facing, tuskless elephant with design on obverse. The Ujjaini symbol is seen on the reverse side of the coin.
