Early historic Indian coinage
Punch-marked silver circulated among expanding states, cities, and trade routes.
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Silver Drachm, precursor to Toramana, Silver Coin
Ancient India Coinsc. late 5th century
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Obverse of Shahi silver drachm, precursor to Toramana? (c. late 5th century, 3.4 g)Images are reviewed by an admin before publication.
Collector data sheet
Physical specifications
CI-DYN-B66-001- Metal
- Silver
- Weight
- 3.40 g
- Diameter
- 28 mm
- Shape
- Round
- Edge Type
- Plain / unlisted
- Reference Catalog No.
- Göbl 69. Bare-headed bust right, ribbon ends attached to necklace, Brahmi shahi at left; reverse fire altar flanked by armed attendants
| Denomination | Drachm |
|---|---|
| Ruler / Issuer | Toramana |
| Mint | Unattributed early-medieval mint/region |
| Rarity | Scarce |
| Estimated Price Range | ₹5,000 – ₹12,000 |
| 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
Toramana is the catalogue attribution for this specimen.