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1/4 Karshapana
| Issuer | Mauryan Empire |
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| Year | 322 BC - 185 BC |
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| Value | 1/4 Karshapana |
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| Obverse description | Irregular square copper flan bearing multiple punch-marked symbols characteristic of the Mauryan coinage tradition. The field displays an arrangement of symbolic devices including what appears to be a curved or arched motif in the upper right, a broad crescent or bow-like element to the left, and at least two arrow- or leaf-shaped symbols in the lower portion of the field. The devices are applied by individual punch dies, each impression slightly irregular in placement, consistent with the hand-punched technique of the period. The surfaces show an even brown patina with traces of green copper oxidation, and the flan edges are rough and uneven from casting. |
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| Reverse description | Plain or nearly plain reverse field typical of fractional Mauryan copper punch-marked coinage, exhibiting a largely flat, undecorated surface with a single small circular counterstamp or banker's mark visible slightly left of centre. The flan surface is pitted and granular with a uniform brown patina and scattered green cuprite encrustations. The edges remain rough and irregular, consistent with a cast and hand-cut flan. No additional symbols or legends are present. |
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| Mintage | ND (322 BC - 185 BC) |
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