Girish Sharma Aditya
Girish Sharma, also known as Aditya, is an Indian numismatist, author, and heritage conservationist. He is widely recognized for dedicating his life to the field of numismatics and for building one of the largest private collections of Indian coins. His work focuses on the preservation and study of India’s historical and cultural heritage through coinage.
Early Life
Girish Sharma was born in India and developed an early interest in history and ancient artifacts. Over several decades, he pursued numismatics not merely as a hobby but as a lifelong commitment to preserving India’s monetary heritage.
Numismatic Work
Girish Sharma has amassed a personal collection of more than 150,000 coins, collected over approximately five decades. His collection is noted for its breadth, condition, and historical significance, covering multiple periods of Indian history.
He has participated in and won recognition at several national-level coin exhibitions. In addition to coins, his interests extend to the collection of minerals, fossils, and ancient terracotta artifacts.
Sharma is known within the numismatic community for assisting collectors with coin identification and for sharing knowledge related to numismatics. He considers mentorship and knowledge-sharing as central to sustaining interest in the field.
Leadership Roles
Girish Sharma holds leadership positions in several numismatic organizations, including:
- National Convener, Rashtriya Mudra Parishad, Bharat
- Chief Trustee, Numismatic Research Trust
- President, Central Indian Numismatic Society
He is also a life member of the Numismatic Society of India and a member of the Oriental Numismatic Society of India.
Authorship
Girish Sharma is the author of the book City-State Coins of Ancient India, which is regarded as a significant contribution to Indian numismatic literature. The book documents and analyzes ancient Indian coinage and is referenced by collectors and researchers.
Business and Other Activities
Alongside his numismatic pursuits, Girish Sharma is an entrepreneur. He is the founder and chief executive officer of Noble Conglomerate and is associated with Noble Mineral. His professional activities support his continued engagement with heritage preservation and research.
Personal Life
Girish Sharma resides in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, India. He is known among collectors for his approachability and considers members of the numismatic community as collaborators in preserving historical knowledge.