Lot 4

Ancient, Archaic Series, Punch Marked Coinage, attributed to Shakya Janapada, Silver Double Karshapana

Auction # 7 Lucknow (Online)


  • Estimated Price (INR)
  • 6500 - 7000
  • Price Realised -
  • Auction Completed!

Catalog Reference #
Rajgor Series # 33
Metal Composition
Silver
Lot Grade/Condition
very fine
Diameter
21.56 x 33.64 mm
Weight
6.45 gms
Denomination
Double Karshapana
Calendar/Year
c. 600-400 BC

Ancient, Archaic Series, Punch Marked Coinage, attributed to Shakya Janapada (c. 600-400 BC), Silver Double Karshapana, 6.45 gms, 21.56 x 33.64 mm, Obverse: Center punch consisting of a geometric design with a center orb with four crescents. Ancillary punches of Elephant to left, Sun, Flower, Reverse: Uniface, Rajgor Series # 33, very fine, rare.