© Stephen Album Rare Coins
© Stephen Album Rare Coins
Æ Unit 201 BC - 101 BC
| Copper | 1.26 g |
| Issuer | City of Kausambi (Northern Madhya and Uttar Pradesh regions) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 201 BC - 101 BC |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 1.26 g |
| Size | 12 mm |
| Shape | Square (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#215710 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Wheel (chakra) surrounded by Brahmi legend.
Lettering: Kosabiya
Comment
Pieper 978; HGC 12, 945Interesting fact
The Æ Unit coin from the City of Kausambi was used as a standardized form of currency across the region, indicating a high level of economic organization and trade networks in the area during the 2nd century BC.