Obv:
Gandaberunda
Rev:
Potharaju
This coin could be of the feudatories during the
vijayanagara rule.
The Gandaberunda (also known as the Berunda) is a
two-headed mythological bird of Hindu mythology thought to possess magical
strength
It was first used as a sign on coins in Vijayanagar
mints. Because of its immense strength, capable of dealing with ultimate forces
of destruction, and it is seen as an intricately sculptured motif in Hindu
temples.
Even after five centuries of its first usage in the mints
for making coins, the Gandaberunda is still flying high as the symbol of seat
of power of Karnataka - the official insignia of State.
During festivals in villages people
celebrate by making offerings to the mother goddess and form large processions. These
processions are led by Potharaju, the brother of mother goddess. A well-built
man adorns the role of Potharaju.
