Summary

India, Awadh (Oudh)
Temple Token, circa 1860
Mint: not recorded

Obverse Description

At the centre, a crowned figure (monkey god?) with sword on belt standing facing left; on left a crowned figure bowing so that his head almost reaches the ground; to right a second crowned figure with sword standing facing left; around, legend in Hindi.

Reverse Description

At the centre, a crowned figure seated facing right on carpet; behind him a seated female figure; at right a crowned figure standing facing left wearing sword and with monkey tail; at left a crowned figure standing facing right with left arm raised; above and below, Hindi legend

Edge Description

The edge is plain.

Significance

Temple tokens are imitation coins (often obtained from Hindu temples) acquired by people as charms to bring the possessor good luck or to ward off bad luck.

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