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1/2 Karshapana - Rudragupta, Copper Coin — Obverse

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Obverse of Panchala Janapada - Rudragupta Panchala Kingdom Rudragupta, AE half karshapana - Copper (100, 5.1 g)

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Physical specifications

CI-ANC-B5-017

Metal: Copper
Weight: 5.1 g
Diameter: 19 mm
Shape: Circular
Edge Type: Plain / unlisted
Reference Catalog No.: CI-ANC-B5-017

Denomination	1/2 Karshapana
Ruler / Issuer	Panchala Janapada - Rudragupta
Mint	Unattributed ancient mint/region
Rarity	Scarce
Estimated Price Range	₹500 – ₹2,000
Era	Gupta Coins

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This coin in its time

Dates are contextual and approximate; the highlighted entry is the catalogue issue period.

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This coin’s issue period

Panchala Janapada - Rudragupta is the catalogue attribution for this specimen.

India contextc. 320–550 CE

Gupta Empire

An influential era of political consolidation, Sanskrit culture, science, and distinctive coinage.

India context4th–5th century CE

Late Roman world

Long-distance commerce continued between the Indian Ocean and the Mediterranean.

World context4th–6th century CE

Silk Road exchange

Religions, technologies, and luxury goods moved through Central Asian networks.

Overview & History

This ancient India coin is a documented historical specimen, dated to c. 100 BCE. Its catalogue attribution and recorded physical details provide a basis for identification, comparison, and further specialist research.