Description
Vardhanas of Thanesar and Kanauj – Siladitya Harshavardhana (c. 606-647 CE), Silver Drachm, 2.30 grams, Obv: Bust of King Siladitya facing left. Rev: Garuda, with the Brahmi legend: Vijitavannir-avanapati-sri-siladitya-divam-jayati. This coin is in exceptional condition, with intricate details clearly visible on both sides, making it a rare and remarkable specimen. In the early 7th century, the Vardhanas of Thanesar, led by Harshavardhana (606-647 CE), overtook the Maukhari territories, with Kanauj becoming the new center of his expanding kingdom. Despite conflicts with the Chalukya king Pulakeshin II, Harshavardhana’s realm fragmented after his death, with Yasovarman later ruling Kanauj. The Vardhana coins, particularly those inscribed sri-siladitya, are considered issues of Harshavardhana
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