Description: Embark on a captivating journey through the rich tapestry of India's ancient heritage, as revealed through its fascinating numismatic history. This book delves into the evolution of coinage in India, from its earliest forms to the intricate designs of the Mughal era. Explore the intriguing world of punch-marked coins, the legacy of Indo-Greek rulers, and the rise of powerful dynasties like the Sakas and Kushanas. Uncover the impact of foreign influences on Indian coinage, while also appreciating the enduring traditions that shaped its unique character. The author skillfully weaves together historical events, economic shifts, and social transformations, illuminating the profound connection between coinage and the broader currents of Indian civilization. Discover how coins served not only as a medium of exchange but also as a canvas for artistic expression, religious symbolism, and political authority. By delving into the stories etched onto these metallic artifacts, gain a deeper understanding of India's vibrant past and its enduring legacy in the modern world. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some aesthetic errors may persist, however it has been deemed that any such will not detract from the work's significant historical value. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.
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Original Language: English
Country/Region of Manufacture: America
Narrative Type: Nonfiction
Intended Audience: Adults
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Book Title: Coins of India (Classic Reprint)
Number of Pages: 164 Pages
Language: English
Publisher: Forgotten Books
Topic: Ancient / General
Item Height: 0.3 in
Publication Year: 2015
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Genre: History
Item Weight: 8.1 Oz
Item Length: 9 in
Author: C. J. Brown
Item Width: 6 in
Format: Trade Paperback