Kandy, the forbidden city in the heart of Buddhism

EUR 19,90

Spectacular coin issued by the Kingdom of Kandy between 1055 and 1295 AD.

Minted in copper, it has an approximate weight of 4,2 gr. and a diameter of 20mm.

The city of Kandy, center of Buddhism (like the Vatican for Catholics) keeps one of the most important relics of Buddhism: the Buddha's TOOTH.

The Dalada Maligawa is the architectural complex where the Temple of the Tooth of Buddha is located.

According to legend, it was transferred from India to ancient Ceylon in the 4th century BC, after the cremation of Buddha.

*All the pieces are authentic and original, they are different from each other, varying from the reference image.