History of Chemistry in Ancient and Medieval India, Incorporating the History of Hindu Chemistry by Acharya Prafulla Chandra Ray c37.20

c37.20

There is another iron pillar, 12′-9″ high, situated in the courtyard of the temple of Achaleswar on mount Abu in Rajputana. The pillar (Fig. 34) has a Saiva trisul or trident at its top and is evidently made of wrought iron in a manner similar to that of the Delhi and Dhar Pillars. It is stated that the pillar was built in the 14th century as a monument of victory.