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Karshapana 300 BC - 150 BC
Bronze | 2.08 g | - |
Issuer | Mauryan Empire (India (ancient)) |
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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 |
Numista | N#133749 |
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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.