Austrian Mint issues 100 Euro Coin: The Gold of India

The fifth coin in "The Magic of Gold" series immerses you in the myths and traditions of a country deeply connected to gold - India. "The Gold of India" showcases two charismatic deities from ancient Indian mythology: Lakshmi and Krishna.

The Magic of Gold series by the Austrian Mint explores the enigmatic allure of gold within ancient cultures. 

Lakshmi, the Hindu goddess of fortune and prosperity, is celebrated on the third day of Diwali, the festival of lights. Hindu families worship gold and gilded coins representing Lakshmi in home shrines to seek good fortune. According to legend, Lakshmi chose Vishnu as her husband while sitting in a lotus blossom.

Krishna is one of the most glorious incarnations of Vishnu, a principal deity in Brahmanism. Krishna's name means 'the one who draws you to him' and he symbolizes the supreme aspect of human consciousness and relationships.

On the reverse of the coin, Krishna is depicted seated in the lalitasana, or royal position, adorned with exquisite jewelry and surrounded by an ornamental band reminiscent of peacock feathers. The obverse of the coin features Lakshmi seated in a lotus flower, flanked by elephants. Two of her four hands hold lotus blossoms, while the other two offer gold coins. Beneath her is the inscription “Nishka,” a Sanskrit term meaning 'small golden disc for monetary purposes.'

These coins are struck in 986 fine gold (1/2 ounce – 15.56 g), exclusively in Proof quality, and each coin comes in an attractive box with a numbered certificate of authenticity. 

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