Archaic Punch Marked Coinage, Jaunpur Hoard type ;

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Archaic Punch Marked Coinage, Jaunpur Hoard type ;

High Grade Extremely Rare specimen
Attributed to Kashi Janapada, Very RARE Silver 1/2 UNIT .
Deep & strong major geometric mark stamped .
Weight : 2.45 Grams

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