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Obv: a sacrificial horse standing facing left, behind a sacrificial post (Yupa), which is shown as an elaborate stand with streamers and ribbons flying in the wind; the Yupa has an ornamental pedestal with two steps that are slightly bent in towards the center, Brahmi letter ‘Si’ (Siddam) placed on the platform between the horse legs, a crescent behind the haunch of the horse, Brahmi legend “Rajadhirajaprithivimavitva (divamjayatyahru)tavajimedha)” around the field,

 

Rev: the chief queen in the guise of a goddess standing left on a lotus-shaped pedestal, carrying a fly-whisk (Chauri) in her right hand, which is placed on her shoulder and holding a towel in her left, Brahmi legend “Ashvamedha Parakramah” on the right field and a ritual needle (Soochi/ceremonial spear with ribbons) on the left, beaded border around the field, 7.14g, 21.14mm, (Variant of Altekar, Bayana Hoard # Pl. IV-1/BMC # Pl. V-13/TOTGE, S. Kumar # Class I-Var. A), choice extremely fine, Extremely Rare.

The antique coins  Ashvamedha was a significant religious ceremony that played a crucial role in the Vedic civilization of ancient India. It was performed by kings to celebrate and affirm their imperial sovereignty over their kingdoms. The ceremony is described in detail in various Vedic writings, particularly the Shatapatha Brahmana.

The Ashvamedha was considered one of the grandest Vedic religious ceremonies of ancient India, and its performance was a symbol of the king's supreme power and authority over his subjects. The ceremony involved the sacrifice of a horse that was allowed to roam freely for a year, followed by a ritualistic killing. The horse was believed to represent the king's power and authority over his kingdom, and the act of killing it was a symbolic affirmation of his sovereignty.

The Ashvamedha was a complex and elaborate ceremony that lasted for several days and involved the participation of numerous priests and officials. The ceremony began with the selection of a suitable horse that was then decorated with golden ornaments and led around the kingdom by the king's soldiers. The horse was then left to roam freely for a year, ancient India coins during which time it was guarded by the king's soldiers and was not allowed to be captured by any other kingdom.

After a year, the horse was brought back to the king's capital city, where it was ritually bathed and adorned with garlands and other offerings. The horse was then sacrificed in a grand ceremony that involved the chanting of Vedic hymns and the offering of various oblations to the gods.

The Ashvamedha ceremony was not only a symbol of the king's power and authority over his kingdom, but it was also believed to confer various spiritual benefits upon the king and his kingdom. It was believed that the performance of the ceremony would ensure the king's success in battle and bring prosperity to his kingdom.

In conclusion, 

The antique coins Ashvamedha was a grand and elaborate religious ceremony that played a significant role in the Vedic civilization of ancient India. Its performance was a symbol of the king's power and authority over his kingdom and was believed to confer various spiritual benefits upon him and his subjects. The ceremony's intricate rituals and elaborate symbolism reflect the rich cultural and religious traditions of ancient India.

 

 

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