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1 Karshapana - Kumbha Satarkani

Features

Issuer Satavahana Empire
Type Standard circulation coins
Years 230-250
Value 1 Karshapana
Currency Drachm (220 BC to 220 AC)
Composition Potin
Weight 2.11 g
Shape Round (irregular)
Technique Cast, Hammered
Orientation Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized Yes
Number
N#
553402
References ACR# Cf. 2743
Wilfried Pieper; 2013. Ancient Indian Coins Revisited. Classical Numismatic Group, Lancaster, Pennsylvania, United States.

Obverse

Elephant standing right with trunk raised. Brahmi Legend above

Script: Brahmi

Lettering: Kumbha

Reverse

Satavahana or Ujjain symbol consisting of four large orbs connected by crossing lines.

Edge

Plain

Comments

Rarer ruler

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Date VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (230-250) 

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