With political power passing from one area to another across the Indian subcontinent during the 8th and 16th centuries, so too passed the currency. It was an era of cultural transitions and dynastic competitions that spawned coinage that was not merely economically significant but also varied in appearance, and these coins were linguistically diverse. Medieval Indian Coins is a world where rulers belonging to totally different religious, ethnic, and geographical groups stamped their marks and identities into metal. Each of the coins holds a different level of importance in the lives of numismatic enthusiasts.
Unlike the comparatively coherent coin motifs of ancient times, medieval Indian coinage is marked by diversity. From the refined Islamic calligraphy of the Coins of India to the local symbols employed by the Rajput and Deccan monarchs, each coin represents a specific socio-political reality. Today, these coins are valuable for their raw authenticity, scarcity, and a peek into the complex political geography of pre-Mughal India.
Some of the most highly prized items in this collection include Rare Medieval Coins from India, which feature dynasties such as the Chalukyas, Kalachuris, and Paramaras. These coins typically featured local symbols, Sanskrit or regional script inscriptions, and were made of copper or low-silver alloys. On the other end of the spectrum, you have Silver Coins Medieval India, which were painstakingly made, particularly from the Delhi Sultanate, with Persian inscriptions and frequently Islamic phrases.
When the Sultanate era came into prominence, particularly in Delhi, coins changed to a uniform appearance, and heavy silver tanka coins became prevalent. The Bahmani Sultanate and the Bengal Sultanate, among later dynasties, issued provincial issues, each symbolizing their reign through unique artistic and linguistic motifs.
The certified sellers at Sikkaji have curated our Medieval Indian Coins collections with utmost care to reflect this diversity. You will come across coins that were in circulation in active trade routes, pilgrim centers, and courts. The majority of the coins still bear faint mint marks, so you can trace them to cities such as Jaunpur, Bidar, or Warangal.
Some of Sikkaji’s bestselling coins from the medieval period collection are RARE Medieval India 500+ Years Old Delhi Sultanate - Sri Islam Shah Suri Silver Rupee from Tanda Mint and Yaduveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja Wadiyar Mysor FANAM Issue Very Unique and Rare Gold Issue approx 400 Milligrams Gold.
For collectors looking to buy Medieval Coins online, our focus is on provenance and clarity that we can provide in the coins with proper documents and prices. We ensure that every antique coin includes details such as dynasty, ruler, approximate date, metal type, and region of origin for your convinience. This makes our platform not just a marketplace but an educational repository. Explore the collection of medieval coins in India at the lowest prices online from Sikkaji.
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