Chandragupta II
 c. 380 - 414 CE

Rama Gupta, eldest son of Samudragupta came to power in 380 CE. But, he was captured in a battle with Shaka Satrap and had to abdicate after his release. His brother Chandragupta II Vikramaditya killed Shaka Satrap in an eloborate plot and ascended to throne. He ruled the empire untill c. 414 CE.

 Suvarnarupa of Chandragupta II. (Lion-slayer type) 375-415 CE.
Obverse: Chandragupta I hunting with bow.
Reverse: Goddess Lakshmi seated on a Lion.


 
Suvarnarupa of Chandragupta II. (Horseman type) 375-415 CE.
Obverse: Chandragupta I on horseback.
Reverse: Goddess Lakshmi seated and holding lotus.


 

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