© Sujit
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Karshapana Punchmarked 200 BC - 100 BC
| Copper | 6.16 g |
| Issuer | Eran-Vidisha region (Narmada Valley) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 200 BC - 100 BC |
| Value | 1 Karshapana |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 6.16 g |
| Size | 19 mm |
| Shape | Square (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#110799 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Blank.
Edge
Plain
Comment
The coins of the Eran-Vidisha region are punchmarked, royal issues of pre-Satavahana rulers. Those from the City of Eran are die struck.Eran and Vidisha, famous sites of great antiquity, were among the dominating urban centers of eastern Malwa in post-Mauryan Central India.
For more information see, http://coinindia.com/galleries-eran1.html
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Karshapana (Punchmarked) coin from the Eran-Vidisha region (Narmada Valley) is that it features a unique punch-marked design, which was a common feature of ancient Indian coins. The punch marks were used to validate the authenticity of the coin and to indicate its value. The use of punch marks on coins dates back to the 6th century BCE and continued until the 1st century CE. This coin, in particular, is from the 2nd century BCE and is made of copper, which was a common material for coins during that time period.