Obverse © Geison Pulga (CC BY-NC-SA)
Obverse © Geison Pulga (CC BY-NC-SA)
¼ Karshapana - Sunga Kingdom 150 BC - 100 BC
| Copper | 2.1 g | - |
| Issuer | Shunga Empire (India (ancient)) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 150 BC - 100 BC |
| Value | ¼ Karshapana |
| Currency | Karshapana (185 BC to 73 BC) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2.1 g |
| Size | 14 mm |
| Thickness | 2.5 mm |
| Shape | Square (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#352966 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Railed tree on right; three-arched hill above cross on the left
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The ¼ Karshapana coin from the Sunga Kingdom was used as a medium of exchange in ancient India and was equivalent to one-fourth of a Karshapana, which was the standard unit of currency during that time. The coin was made of copper and weighed 2.1 grams, which was a significant amount for a coin of its size and time period. Despite its small size, the coin played an important role in the economy of the Sunga Empire and was widely used for transactions and trade.
