Drachm - Vasudeva (Kushana) (195-225) front Drachm - Vasudeva (Kushana) (195-225) back
Drachm - Vasudeva (Kushana) (195-225) photo
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Drachm - Vasudeva Kushana

 
Copper 9.1 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Kushan Empire (India (ancient))
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
195-225
Value
Drachm (1)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Copper
Weight
9.1 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#60082
Rarity index
83%

Reverse

Lord Shiva standing facing with Nandi bull behind

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Drachm - Vasudeva (Kushana) (195-225) from Kushan Empire (India (ancient)) made of Copper weighing 9.1 g is that it features an image of the Kushan emperor Vasudeva, also known as Kushana, on one side, and a representation of the Hindu deity Shiva on the other. This coin is a rare example of the blending of Indian and Greek influences in the Kushan Empire's currency, reflecting the cultural exchange and syncretism that characterized the empire's history.