Early historic Indian coinage
Punch-marked silver circulated among expanding states, cities, and trade routes.
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Vima Kadphises 1/4 Dinar, Gold Coin
Ancient India Coins1st quarter 2nd c.
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Collector data sheet
Physical specifications
CI-DYN-B31-005- Metal
- Gold
- Weight
- 2.01 g
- Diameter
- 12 mm
- Shape
- Square
- Edge Type
- Plain / unlisted
- Reference Catalog No.
- Gobl 9; MAC 3005. Crowned head right in a window; reverse Siva trident with axe-head shaft, tamgha and nandipada
| Denomination | 1/4 Dinar |
|---|---|
| Ruler / Issuer | Vima Kadphises |
| Mint | Unattributed ancient mint/region |
| Rarity | Rare |
| Estimated Price Range | ₹1,00,000 – ₹1,65,000 |
| 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
Vima Kadphises is the catalogue attribution for this specimen.