1 Drachm (Kushan Imitative type) (100-300) front 1 Drachm (Kushan Imitative type) (100-300) back
1 Drachm (Kushan Imitative type) (100-300) photo

1 Drachm Kushan Imitative type

 
Copper 3.87 g 16.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Kushan Empire (India (ancient))
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
100-300
Value
Drachm (1)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Copper
Weight
3.87 g
Diameter
16.5 mm
Thickness
3.15 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#107865
Rarity index
90%

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Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Kushan Empire's Standard circulation coin 1 Drachm (Kushan Imitative type) is that it was made of copper, which was a significant departure from the previous use of gold and silver coins in ancient India. This change in material reflects the Kushan Empire's efforts to create a more accessible and widely used currency, which was essential for facilitating trade and commerce within the empire.