1 Drachm - Skandagupta
| Silver | 1.41 g | 13 mm |
| Issuer | Gupta Empire (India (ancient)) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 455-467 |
| Value | 1 Drachm |
| Currency | Drachm (240-550) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.41 g |
| Diameter | 13 mm |
| Thickness | 1.84 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#48084 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
Stylized Garuda in Center, Brahmi Legend around
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Skandagupta coin is significant because it features the first known use of the Sanskrit language on a coin. The inscription on the coin, "Sri Skandagupta," is written in the Brahmi script, which is an early form of Sanskrit. This indicates that Sanskrit was already in use as a spoken language during the Gupta Empire, and it highlights the cultural and linguistic significance of this coin.
