Copper-Alloy Coin of Feudatoties of Vishnukundin(5th - 6th Cen.AD) The Rama-Kashyapa gotri rulers of Pishtapura (Peethapuram, Eastern Andhra Pradesh)

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Feudatories of Vishnukundins, The Rama-Kashyapa Gotri rulers of Pishtapura (Peethapuram, Eastern Andhra Pradesh), Prithvimaharaja, Deccan, (5th-6th Century AD), Alloyed Copper Unit, Obv. Roaring Vishnukundin-style lion facing right, small Shrivatsa above its back and Brahmi legend “Shri Rama”, Rev. Sankha shell between two lampstands within a rayed circle, Rayed border, 2.74 Gms, (Pieper # 3001), Very Fine, Very Rare.Note: The Rama-Kashyapa gotri rulers were part of a confederacy of feudatories set up towards the end of the Vishnukundin rule. They were followed by Eastern Chalukyas of Vengi.Vist our Store for many more exiting Coin offers athttps://coinbazzar.com/store/coingallery/Note – We Do not ship out of India Delve into history with this intriguing Copper-Alloy Coin from the Feudatoties of Vishnukundin era (5th - 6th Cen. AD), specifically issued by the Rama-Kashyapa Gotri rulers of Pishtapura in Eastern Andhra Pradesh. This ancient coin features a striking design, showcasing a roaring Vishnukundin-style lion on the obverse side with a Brahmi legend "Shri Rama" and a Sankha shell flanked by lampstands on the reverse side. Weighing 2.74 Gms and graded as Very Fine, this piece is a rare find from the Deccan region. The Rama-Kashyapa gotri rulers were significant figures within the Vishnukundin confederacy, leading to the rise of the Eastern Chalukyas of Vengi. Ideal for history enthusiasts and numismatists, this collectible coin holds both historical and cultural value, making it a unique addition to any collection.