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Collector data sheet

Physical specifications

CI-DYN-B59-009
Metal
Copper
Weight
375 g
Diameter
Unspecified
Shape
Square
Edge Type
Plain / unlisted
Reference Catalog No.
CI-DYN-B59-009
DenominationAnd Coins
Ruler / IssuerChandragupta II
MintUnattributed ancient mint/region
RarityScarce
Estimated Price Range₹500 – ₹2,000
EraGupta Coins
Historical orientation

This coin in its time

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

India context

Gupta Empire

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

India context

Late Roman world

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

World context

Silk Road exchange

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

This specimen

This coin’s issue period

Chandragupta II is the catalogue attribution for this specimen.

Overview & History

Period: Copper and lead coins. King standing; reverse Garuda and Brahmi Sri Chandragup(ta).