1/4 Unit Hailin

Эмитент City of Halin (Pyu city-states)
Год 400-600
Тип Standard circulation coin
Номинал
Валюта
Состав Silver (.960)
Вес 2.23 g
Диаметр 20 mm
Толщина
Форма Round (irregular)
Техника Hammered
Ориентация Variable alignment ↺
Гравёр(ы)
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Каталожные номера Kri/Mih#A01-A05
Описание аверса The obverse bears a rising sun, Hailin derivative coin.
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Описание реверса The reverse of the coin bears the srivatsa, an auspicious mark embodying good fortune. In its center is a pair of dots
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Гурт
Монетный двор
Тираж ND (400-600) - Rising Sun - 4 Sun Rays Variety -
ND (400-600) - Rising Sun - 5 Sun Rays Variety -
ID Numisquare 7341928500
Дополнительная информация

Historical Context: This 1/4 Unit Hailin coin originates from Halin, a prominent Pyu city-state in ancient Myanmar, flourishing between 400 and 600 CE. The Pyu civilization was a sophisticated early urban culture, strategically located on vital trade routes. Halin served as a significant economic hub. Standardized silver coinage, like this piece, highlights the Pyu's advanced economy and regional commerce. These coins typically lack specific rulers, reflecting communal or religious authority.

Artistry: The artistry of Pyu coinage, including this 1/4 Unit, is distinctly symbolic, eschewing portraiture typical of early Southeast Asian numismatics. Engravers are unknown. The

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