1 Drachm - Chandragupta II (375-414) front 1 Drachm - Chandragupta II (375-414) back
1 Drachm - Chandragupta II (375-414) photo
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1 Drachm - Chandragupta II

 
Silver 2.1 g 13 mm
Description
Issuer
Gupta Empire (India (ancient))
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
375-414
Value
1 Drachm
Currency
Drachm (240-550)
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.1 g
Diameter
13 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#58165
Rarity index
82%

Reverse

Stylized Garuda standing facing, with wings spread, Sun above. Brahmi Legend Around

Lettering: Paramabhāgavata Maharajadhiraja Sri Chandragupta Vikramāditya

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 1 Drachm - Chandragupta II (375-414) from Gupta Empire (India (ancient)) made of Silver weighing 2.1 g is that it features an image of Chandragupta II himself on one side, while the other side bears the symbol of the Gupta Empire, the Garuda. This coin was widely used during the reign of Chandragupta II, who was known for his military conquests and administrative reforms, and it is considered a valuable artifact for historians and collectors today.