1 Unit - Ikshvaku dynasty
| Lead | 2.72 g | 13.25 mm |
| Issuer | Ikshvaku dynasty (Deccan Plateau) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 227-306 |
| Currency | Lead Unit (227-306) |
| Composition | Lead |
| Weight | 2.72 g |
| Diameter | 13.25 mm |
| Thickness | 2.22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#42382 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Ujjaini type unconnected circles
Edge
Rough
Comment
Refer to Mitchiner, Sl, pt. 1, no 171The Ikshvaku dynasty, in Puranic literature, was a mythical dynasty founded by Ikshvaku, grandson of Vivasvan or Surya and son of Vaivasvata Manu. This dynasty is also known as Sūryavaṁśa (the Solar dynasty).
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was made of lead, which was a common material used for coins in ancient India, particularly during the Ikshvaku dynasty. The use of lead as a material for coins was likely chosen for its durability and affordability, as it was a readily available and relatively inexpensive metal. Despite being made of a relatively low-value material, the coin still holds significant historical and cultural value as a symbol of the Ikshvaku dynasty and the economic systems of ancient India.
