© Sujit
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½ Karshapana - Puri Kushana
| Copper | 4.9 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Kushan Empire (India (ancient)) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 100-200 |
| Value | ½ Karshapana |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 4.9 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Cast |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#73177 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Crude figure of Deity Standing
Edge
Plain
Comment
Cast copper coin which are found in Odisha (Puri) and nearby area.For More information on coins of this type see, http://shodhganga.inflibnet.ac.in/bitstream/10603/115628/12/12_chapter%205.pdf
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Karshapana - Puri Kushana coin is that it features a unique blend of Indian and Greek influences in its design. The coin's obverse (front) side features a depiction of the Kushan king, while the reverse (back) side features a representation of the Hindu goddess Lakshmi, who was revered as a symbol of prosperity and good fortune. This fusion of Indian and Greek elements reflects the cultural exchange and syncretism that occurred during the Kushan Empire's rule over ancient India.
