Temple issue, Navilachchu (Peacock), Gold Fanam, 0.39g, Obv: Peacock facing right, Reverse: Floral scroll. Very rare.
The Chalukyas empowered some of the majestic temples to issue coins with the intention of funding them. Such Fanams or Gadyana issues did not bear any assignable characteristics such as King’s title or name rather carried divine characteristics such as Peacock.