1/4 Unit Hailin

发行方 City of Halin (Pyu city-states)
年份 400-600
类型 Standard circulation coin
面值
货币
材质 Silver (.960)
重量 2.23 g
直径 20 mm
厚度
形状 Round (irregular)
制作工艺 Hammered
方向 Variable alignment ↺
雕刻师
流通至
参考资料 Kri/Mih#A01-A05
正面描述 The obverse bears a rising sun, Hailin derivative coin.
正面文字
正面铭文
背面描述 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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背面铭文
边缘
铸币厂
铸造量 ND (400-600) - Rising Sun - 4 Sun Rays Variety -
ND (400-600) - Rising Sun - 5 Sun Rays Variety -
Numisquare 编号 7341928500
附加信息

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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