Rare 1 Mohar Silver Coinage Shah Dynasty Kingdom of Nepal Antique Coin # A413

Description

A Rare silver Mohar struck for the Kingdom of Nepal under the Shah dynasty. Both faces carry Devanagari legends arranged in the traditional Nepali style, with a central roundel enclosed by a square frame and surrounded by lotus petals on one side, and a yantra-like panel with sun and trident symbols on the other. The strike is bold on the principal side, with the usual soft areas where the dies met the edge of the flan.

• Denomination: 1 Mohar
• Country: Nepal, Shah dynasty coinage
• Date: Devanagari date not clearly legible on this example
• Metal: silver
• Diameter: approximately 27.9 mm from the scan
• Condition: Extremely Fine, with good surfaces and sharp central detail

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Step back in time with this extraordinary silver Mohar, a tangible piece of Himalayan history struck for the Kingdom of Nepal during the influential Shah dynasty. This captivating collectible is rendered in fine silver, measuring approximately 27.9 mm in diameter, and boasts an impressive Extremely Fine condition grade. Numismatists will immediately appreciate the striking artistry, featuring intricate Devanagari legends framed by traditional lotus petals on one side and a mystical yantra-like panel adorned with sun and trident symbols on the reverse. While the exact date remains delightfully shrouded in mystery due to the nature of the early minting process, the central details retain a remarkable sharpness and bold relief. Collectors of world numismatics and South Asian antiquities are drawn to these scarce pieces for their rich cultural symbolism, mesmerizing geometric layouts, and the sheer romance of the ancient trade routes. Please note that the coin shown in the high-resolution scans is the exact, authentic specimen the winning buyer will securely receive.