Ancient Indian Punch-Marked Coin – Mauryan Empire (circa 400–200 BCE) – VF Grade

📝 Item Description

Own a genuine piece of South Asian history with this ancient Indian punch-marked coin, attributed to the Mauryan Empire or its predecessors, dating back over 2,000 years (circa 400200 BCE).

This coin features traditional hand-punched motifs, including an abstract animal (likely a bull or lion) on the obverse and a striking six-spoked geometric symbol with a central boss on the reverse an iconic design linked to early Magadha region mints.

Such coins were among the earliest official currency systems in Indian civilization, circulating during the time of legendary rulers such as Chandragupta Maurya and Ashoka the Great.

🔍 Coin Details

🧠 Historical Interest

• Among the oldest coinage systems in the world

• Pre-dates the Roman Empire, contemporary to early classical civilizations

• Used during reign of Chandragupta Maurya, founder of one of Indias greatest empires

• Handcrafted using punch-marking technique, unique to ancient India

  🎁 Ideal for:

  • Ancient history collectors

  • Numismatists specializing in Eastern or Indian coinage

  • Unique gift for educators, museum professionals, or history buffs