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½ Shatamana 600 BC - 450 BC
Silver | 6.00 g | - |
Issuer | Republic of Kuntala (Janapadas (pre-Mauryan)) |
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Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 600 BC - 450 BC |
Value | ½ Shatamana |
Composition | Silver |
Weight | 6.00 g |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-10 |
Numista | N#215515 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Blank (uniface).
Comment
Ra-502/09Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Shatamana coin from the Republic of Kuntala is that it features a unique blend of ancient 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 series of arches and columns that are reminiscent of ancient Greek architecture. This blending of styles reflects the cultural exchange and influences that occurred between ancient India and Greece during the pre-Mauryan period.