Framed Hand Written Loan From Bikaner - Ca 1940's Period - 17th Century - Wheel of Dharma symbolises

- Wheel of Dharma symbolises the eightfold path of Buddhadharma leading to perfection

It was salvaged from a building fallen into disrepair in the Indian state of Kutch

19 x 9 x 15

These pieces are built to withstand the elements and can be used as a coffee table or side table

Condition: Good antique condition with age-related wear and surface patina consistent with use

Framed Hand Written Loan From Bikaner - Ca 1940's Period - 17th Century - Wheel of Dharma symbolisesThis old Indian loan from Bikaner in Rajasthan, India is a unique talking point and perfectly suited for a bathroom or hallway for some interesting and unusual wall art. The loan is for eight annas, each anna is worth 1 16 of a rupee. The Indian anna was retired as a currency in 1957 when India decimalised, and was replaced by the paise (which has subsequently become redundant with inflation). This loan dates from around 1940 and is supplied in an old