Taxila Silver Punch-Marked Coin front Taxila Silver Punch-Marked Coin back
Taxila Silver Punch-Marked Coin photo
© Sujit

Taxila Silver Punch-Marked Coin

 
Silver 3 g -
Description
Issuer
Ujjain region (Malwa Plateau)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Currency
Karshapan (320 BC to 160 BC)
Composition
Silver
Weight
3 g
Size
15 mm
Shape
Rectangular (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#48605
Rarity index
95%

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Taxila Silver Punch-Marked Coin from the Ujjain region (Malwa Plateau) 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 denomination. The use of punch-marks on coins dates back to the 6th century BCE and continued until the 12th century CE. The Taxila Silver Punch-Marked Coin is a rare and valuable example of this ancient coinage system.