Early historic Indian coinage
Punch-marked silver circulated among expanding states, cities, and trade routes.
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Cupro-Nickel Dichalkon / Double Unit, C. 185-180 Bce - Copper, Copper Coin
Ancient India Coins185-180 BCE
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Obverse of Cupro-nickel dichalkon / double unit, c. 185-180 BCE - Copper (7.67 g)Images are reviewed by an admin before publication.
Collector data sheet
Physical specifications
CI-BAC-B07-005- Metal
- Copper
- Weight
- 7.67 g
- Diameter
- 24 mm
- Shape
- Circular
- Edge Type
- Plain / unlisted
- Reference Catalog No.
- catalog notes the lower denominations used an unusual copper-nickel alloy, similar to Pantaleon.. Laureate head of Apollo right / tripod; Greek legend BASILEOS EUTHYDEMOU; monogram lower left
| Denomination | Dichalkon / 2 Unit |
|---|---|
| Ruler / Issuer | Cupro-nickel dichalkon / double |
| Mint | Unattributed ancient mint/region |
| Rarity | Scarce |
| Estimated Price Range | ₹1,500 – ₹4,000 |
| Era | Ancient India Coins |
Historical orientation
This coin in its time
Dates are contextual and approximate; the highlighted entry is the catalogue issue period.
Hellenistic Asia
New kingdoms and trade links shaped monetary traditions across the north-west.
Indian Ocean exchange
Overland and maritime commerce linked South Asia with neighbouring regions.
This coin’s issue period
Cupro-nickel dichalkon / double is the catalogue attribution for this specimen.