Gupta Empire
An influential era of political consolidation, Sanskrit culture, science, and distinctive coinage.
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Chandragupta II Silver Drachma, Normal Type, Silver Coin
Gupta Coins375-414
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Obverse of Chandragupta II Silver drachma, normal type (c. 375-414, 2.07 g)Images are reviewed by an admin before publication.
Collector data sheet
Physical specifications
CI-DYN-B59-007- Metal
- Silver
- Weight
- 1.99-2.07 g
- Diameter
- 14-15 mm
- Shape
- Circular
- Edge Type
- Plain / unlisted
- Reference Catalog No.
- Based on Western Kshatrapa prototypes. Head right, date behind; reverse stylized Garuda with wings spread, sun and moon, legend Paramabhagavata Maharajadhiraja Sri Chandragupta Vikramaditya
| Denomination | Drachma |
|---|---|
| Ruler / Issuer | Chandragupta II |
| 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
Chandragupta II is the catalogue attribution for this specimen.