Karshapana (300 BC - 150 BC) front Karshapana (300 BC - 150 BC) back
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Karshapana 300 BC - 150 BC

 
Bronze 2.08 g -
Description
Issuer
Mauryan Empire (India (ancient))
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
300 BC - 150 BC
Currency
Karshapana (322 BC to 185 BC)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
2.08 g
Size
11 mm
Thickness
3 mm
Shape
Square (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#133749
Rarity index
83%

Reverse

One mark

Comment

Ca. 150 BC, not sure about denomination.
EWC# 645

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Karshapana coin is that it features a unique blend of Indian and Greek architectural styles on its reverse side. The coin's reverse depicts a stupa, a dome-shaped structure commonly found in Indian architecture, surrounded by a railing that is reminiscent of Greek architecture. This fusion of styles reflects the cultural exchange and influence that occurred between ancient India and Greece during the Mauryan Empire.