© Amit Kher (CC BY-NC)
© Amit Kher (CC BY-NC)
Æ Unit - Ancient Malwa Post-Mauryan 250 BC - 200 BC
| Copper | 1.48 g | - |
| Issuer | City of Bhadravati (Malwa Plateau) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 250 BC - 200 BC |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 1.48 g |
| Size | 12.37 × 9.75 mm |
| Thickness | 2.48 mm |
| Shape | Rectangular (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#374856 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Plain
Comment
Ancient Malwa - post-Mauryan uninscribed die-struck copper coin of Ujjain/Mandasor area, 'bull' type,Catalog reference - Ancient Indian Coins, Wilfried Pieper (PAIC) - 724
as per PAIC 724 on the reverse is Ujjain Symbol, but not clearly visible on this sample
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin 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 symbol of Buddhism, surrounded by a Greek-inspired railing, showcasing the cultural exchange and fusion that occurred during the Post-Mauryan period.