Early historic Indian coinage
Punch-marked silver circulated among expanding states, cities, and trade routes.
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Harathi Chiefs Saraja Gold Fanam, Gold Coin
Ancient India Coins1621-1638
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Obverse of Harathi Chiefs Saraja gold fanam (c.1621-1638, 0.37 g)Images are reviewed by an admin before publication.
Collector data sheet
Physical specifications
CI-DYN-B74-009- Metal
- Gold
- Weight
- 0.37 g
- Diameter
- 6 mm
- Shape
- Circular
- Edge Type
- Plain / unlisted
- Reference Catalog No.
- Ganesh and Girijapathy reference. Lion standing right; reverse two-line Nagari sri sa/ra ja
| Denomination | Fanam |
|---|---|
| Ruler / Issuer | Harathi Chiefs Saraja |
| Mint | Unattributed ancient mint/region |
| Rarity | Rare |
| Estimated Price Range | ₹1,00,000 – ₹1,65,000 |
| Era | Ancient India Coins |
Historical orientation
This coin in its time
Dates are contextual and approximate; the highlighted entry is the catalogue issue period.
Hellenistic Asia
New kingdoms and trade links shaped monetary traditions across the north-west.
Indian Ocean exchange
Overland and maritime commerce linked South Asia with neighbouring regions.
This coin’s issue period
Harathi Chiefs Saraja is the catalogue attribution for this specimen.