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Physical specifications

CI-DYN-B25-007
Metal
Copper
Weight
2.76 g
Diameter
20 × 15 mm
Shape
Square
Edge Type
Plain / unlisted
Reference Catalog No.
MIG 742, Sen 78.1. Balarama walking left with club and plough; reverse female deity
DenominationChalkous / 1/4 Unit
Ruler / IssuerAzes
MintUnattributed ancient mint/region
RarityScarce
Estimated Price Range₹1,500 – ₹4,000
EraAncient India Coins
Historical orientation

This coin in its time

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

India context

Early historic Indian coinage

Punch-marked silver circulated among expanding states, cities, and trade routes.

India context

Hellenistic Asia

New kingdoms and trade links shaped monetary traditions across the north-west.

World context

Indian Ocean exchange

Overland and maritime commerce linked South Asia with neighbouring regions.

This specimen

This coin’s issue period

Azes is the catalogue attribution for this specimen.

Overview & History

Period: Azes, AE chalkous/quarter unit. Reference: MIG 742, Sen 78.1. Balarama walking left with club and plough; reverse female deity.