Gupta Empire
An influential era of political consolidation, Sanskrit culture, science, and distinctive coinage.
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Kumaragupta I Silver Drachma Types, Silver Coin
Gupta Coinsc. early-mid 5th c. CE
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Obverse of Kumaragupta I Silver drachma types (Silver drachma types, 5 g)Images are reviewed by an admin before publication.
Collector data sheet
Physical specifications
CI-DYN-B60-002- Metal
- Silver
- Weight
- 5 g
- Diameter
- Unspecified
- Shape
- Circular
- Edge Type
- Plain / unlisted
- Reference Catalog No.
- Source-tracker entry. Western Kshatrapa-derived bust right obverse; reverse Garuda/Peacock or dynastic symbols and Brahmi legends as given on page
| Denomination | Drachma |
|---|---|
| Ruler / Issuer | Kumaragupta I |
| Mint | Unattributed ancient mint/region |
| Rarity | Scarce |
| Estimated Price Range | ₹5,000 – ₹12,000 |
| Era | Gupta Coins |
Historical orientation
This coin in its time
Dates are contextual and approximate; the highlighted entry is the catalogue issue period.
Late Roman world
Long-distance commerce continued between the Indian Ocean and the Mediterranean.
Silk Road exchange
Religions, technologies, and luxury goods moved through Central Asian networks.
This coin’s issue period
Kumaragupta I is the catalogue attribution for this specimen.