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Dinar of Samudraguptacirca 335-376

Not on view
Ancient gold coin with a standing female figure in relief on a lotus base, flanked by a tall staff and South Asian script along the right edge
Gold coin with high-relief struck design of a lion in profile, surrounded by ornate scrolling foliage and decorative border, against a black background.
Artist or Maker
Unknown
Title
Dinar of Samudragupta
Place Made
India
Date Made
circa 335-376
Medium
Gold
Dimensions
Diameter: 7/8 in. (2.22 cm)
Credit Line
Purchased with funds provided by Dr. and Mrs. A. J. Montanari
Accession Number
M.84.110.1
Classification
Tools and Equipment
Collecting Area
South and Southeast Asian Art
Selected Bibliography
  • Pal, Pratapaditya. Indian Sculpture, vol.1. Los Angeles: Los Angeles County Museum of Art; University of California Press, 1986.