Description
Nolamba Dynasty, Ekavakya Deva II(c. 981-1000CE), Gold Gadyana, 3.80grms, 9 Punches, 5x Nandi Bull Facing right with Sun & Moon on Back, 2x Shri, 1x Kannada legend Vi Ra, 1x Kannada legend, 1x Elephant Goad with battle axe, 1x Kannada legend GI GI LA, Thin flan, Uniface and deep strike, Rare Ekavakya Deva II was one of the later rulers of the Nolamba dynasty, governing the region known as Nolambavadi in present-day Karnataka during a politically volatile period. His reign occurred when the Nolambas were under increasing military pressure from the rising Western Chalukyas of Kalyani and the imperial Cholas. By this time, Nolamba authority was defensive and regionally concentrated, making surviving gold issues from his rule historically significant. The repeated Nandi bull symbolizes Shaivite devotion, reflecting the dynasty’s strong association with Lord Shiva. The Sun and Moon represent eternal sovereignty — a common South Indian royal emblem signifying rule “as long as the sun and moon endure.” The Shri punches denote auspiciousness and divine legitimacy. The elephant goad (ankusha) and battle axe signify royal authority, martial strength, and the ruler’s duty to discipline and protect his realm. This coin thus embodies Nolamba religious identity, royal symbolism, and political assertion during the dynasty’s final phase of independent power.
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