¼ Karshapana - Sunga Kingdom (150 BC - 100 BC) front ¼ Karshapana - Sunga Kingdom (150 BC - 100 BC) back
¼ Karshapana - Sunga Kingdom (150 BC - 100 BC) photo

¼ Karshapana - Sunga Kingdom 150 BC - 100 BC

 
Copper 2.50 g -
Description
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
2.50 g
Size
15 mm
Thickness
2.68 mm
Shape
Square (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#44105
Rarity index
52%

Reverse

Elephant, Swastika, Taurine, Indra-dhwaj

Lettering: Symbol du taureau à gauche éléphant à droite, en dessous roue ou croix swastique puis rivière.

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ¼ Karshapana coin from the Sunga Kingdom is that it features a unique blend of Indian and Greek architectural styles on its reverse side. The coin's reverse depicts a stupa, a dome-shaped structure commonly used in Buddhist and Hindu worship, surrounded by a railing that is reminiscent of Greek architecture. This fusion of styles reflects the cultural exchange and influence that occurred between ancient India and Greece during the time of the Sunga Empire.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (150 BC - 100 BC)  - - - - - -

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