850–970 AD Shahi Dynasty Samanta Deva Silver Jital – AU50 Certified
A remarkable piece of early medieval South Asian history, this 850–970 AD Shahi Dynasty Samanta Deva Silver Jital represents the coinage of the Hindu Shahi / Kabul Shahi rulers of the historic Gandhara and Kabul regions along the Silk Road.
Issued under Samanta Deva, this classic Bull and Horseman type silver coin features traditional Shahi imagery, with the sacred bull design on one side and the mounted horseman motif on the other. The Shahi coinage series is highly valued by collectors for its connection to medieval trade routes, ancient kingdoms, and the cultural exchange between Central Asia and the Indian subcontinent.
This example has been graded AU50 (About Uncirculated) and weighs approximately 3.2 grams, displaying strong remaining detail and attractive preservation for a coin more than 1,000 years old.
Coin Specifications
- Dynasty: Shahi Dynasty (Hindu Shahi / Kabul Shahi)
- Ruler: Samanta Deva
- Date: Approximately 850–970 AD
- Type: Silver Jital
- Design: Bull & Horseman Type
- Composition: Silver
- Weight: Approximately 3.2 grams
- Grade: AU50 (About Uncirculated)
- Historical Region: Kabul Valley / Gandhara region (Silk Road area)
Historical Background
The Shahi dynasties ruled areas around the Kabul Valley and Gandhara region during the medieval period. Their silver jital coinage circulated along important trade networks connecting Central Asia, Afghanistan, and northern India. The Samanta Deva issues are among the most recognizable examples of early medieval Indian and Central Asian coinage.
A fascinating ancient silver coin, ideal for collectors of ancient India, Silk Road history, medieval Asian coinage, and world ancient coins.
