Old Indian Coins and Some of their Unique Varieties
From Janapadas to Independent Empires and kingdoms, old Indian coins from the ancient period are a true reflection of our rich traditions, culture and history. ď‚— This rectangular old coin of India issued by Gandhara Janapada bore the denomination 1 Shatamana and was produced using the punchmarked technique featuring the six-symbol inscription on two ends. These Indian coins are considered to be one of the oldest in the world. ď‚—
These extremely rare ancient Indian coins were issued by Magadha-Mauryan Janapada. They bore the denomination Karshapana and were struck in 2.9 to 3.5 grams of Silver. ď‚— These ancient coins of India were produced using the punch-marked technique. They featured the Six armed symbol; Sun; Rhinoceros facing right; Four Fishes facing inwards divided by a vertical line and an Elephant facing right. ď‚—
These Indian Old Coins were struck in 1.7 to 1.8 grams of silver by Andhra Janapada somewhere between 500 BC and 350 BC. The irregular shaped coins bore the denomination 1/2 Karshapana. ď‚— These beautiful coins of ancient India featured four punch marked symbols of an Elephant facing left, two similar symbols and a sprig. ď‚—
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These stunning old coins of India were issued by Gupta Empire during the regime of Samudragupta. This gold Dinar weighs 7 to 8 grams and has a diameter of 18 to 22 millimetres. These rare Indian ancient coins belong to the Asvamedha Type and were die struck featuring a standing Horse in front of a yupa and a brahmi legend "Rajadhirajaha PrithivimAvitva Divam Jayatya Aprativarya Viryaha" on the obverse. The reverse side depicts the Queen, lotus carpet under her feet, and Brahmi legend "Ashvamedhaparakramah"
There are so many unique varieties of Old Indian Coins that you will truly be amazed. Researching about all these varieties is almost an impossible task. So, choose an Empire or Dynasty that you like and start developing an area of interest. ď‚— Keep looking for these historical coins of India and start building an interesting collection to enhance your knowledge about our glorious past. ď‚—