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Vima Kadphises Ae Di-Drachm Or Half Unit - Copper, Copper Coin

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Collector data sheet

Physical specifications

CI-DYN-B31-007
Metal
Copper
Weight
8.47 g
Diameter
20-22 mm
Shape
Square
Edge Type
Plain / unlisted
Reference Catalog No.
Gobl 763; MAC 3048-49. Standing king sacrificing; reverse Siva with trident and deerskin, Nandi behind
Denominationdi-drachm Or 1/2 Unit
Ruler / IssuerVima Kadphises
MintUnattributed ancient mint/region
RarityScarce
Estimated Price Range₹1,500 – ₹4,000
EraAncient India Coins
Historical orientation

This coin in its time

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

India context

Early historic Indian coinage

Punch-marked silver circulated among expanding states, cities, and trade routes.

India context

Hellenistic Asia

New kingdoms and trade links shaped monetary traditions across the north-west.

World context

Indian Ocean exchange

Overland and maritime commerce linked South Asia with neighbouring regions.

This specimen

This coin’s issue period

Vima Kadphises is the catalogue attribution for this specimen.

Overview & History

Period: AE di-drachm or half unit. Reference: Gobl 763; MAC 3048-49. Standing king sacrificing; reverse Siva with trident and deerskin, Nandi behind.