India (ancient) Narmada Valley Eran, City of
1 Karshapana - Central India (Uniface Elephant Type) (300 BC - 200 BC) front 1 Karshapana - Central India (Uniface Elephant Type) (300 BC - 200 BC) back
1 Karshapana - Central India (Uniface Elephant Type) (300 BC - 200 BC) photo
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1 Karshapana - Central India (Uniface Elephant Type) (300 BC - 200 BC) front 1 Karshapana - Central India (Uniface Elephant Type) (300 BC - 200 BC) back
© Sujit

1 Karshapana - Central India Uniface Elephant Type 300 BC - 200 BC

 
Copper 2.8 g -
Description
Issuer
 City of Eran (Narmada Valley)
Type
 Standard circulation coin
Years
 300 BC - 200 BC
Value
 1 Karshapana
Composition
 Copper
Weight
 2.8 g
Size
 15 mm
Shape
 Square (irregular)
Demonetized
 Yes
Updated
 2024-10-10
References
Numista
 N#55398
Rarity index
 88%

Reverse

Blank.

Comment

These type of Uni-face die-struck coins are believed to be the earliest copper coins found in india.

Interesting fact

The interesting fact about this coin is that it features an elephant on one side, which was a common motif in ancient Indian coinage, symbolizing strength, prosperity, and good luck.