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Æ Unit (210 BC - 190 BC) photo
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Æ Unit 210 BC - 190 BC

 
Copper 1.05 g -
Description
Issuer
City of Bhadravati (Malwa Plateau)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
210 BC - 190 BC
Composition
Copper
Weight
1.05 g
Size
15 mm
Shape
Rectangular (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#217029
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Tree-in-railing surrounded by Brahmi legend.

Lettering: Bhaddavati

Comment

The pictured example measures 15.10 x 13.22 mm.

Interesting fact

The interesting fact about this coin is that it was used as a medium of exchange in the ancient city of Bhadravati, which was a significant center of trade and commerce in the Malwa Plateau region of India during the 2nd century BC.