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Anepigraphic Chakra-Type Uniface Potin Units - Copper, Copper Coin

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Physical specifications

CI-DYN-B71-006
Metal
Copper
Weight
0.43 g
Diameter
10-14 mm
Shape
Circular
Edge Type
Plain / unlisted
Reference Catalog No.
K. Ganesh 5.36-44 / unlisted variant. Four-, five- or six-spoke chakra, sometimes within dotted border; reverse blank
DenominationAnepigraphic chakra- Uniface Units
Ruler / IssuerAnepigraphic chakra-type uniface
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

Anepigraphic chakra-type uniface is the catalogue attribution for this specimen.

Overview & History

Period: Anepigraphic chakra-type uniface potin units. Reference: K. Ganesh 5.36-44 / unlisted variant. Four-, five- or six-spoke chakra, sometimes within dotted border; reverse blank.