Coins of India – A Quick Snapshot with Basic Categories

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Coins of India A Quick Snapshot with Basic
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• The history of coins in India is so vast and
  fascinating that numismatists and collectors from
  all over the world try to explore hidden facts
  from our past by studying them.
• For the sake of simplifying research activities,
  coin of India can be classified into four main
  categories based on their time periods - ancient,
  medieval, colonial and modern.

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• Every Indian coin from the Magadha Janapada
  featured the trademark six-armed symbol that was
  produced using the punch-marked technique.
  Ancient Indian coins from the Mauryan Empire are
  sought after across the globe as they feature
  exquisite designs and showcase the highest level
  of artistry.
• Coins of India issued under the regime of Gupta
  kings like Chandragupta and Samudragupta truly
  reflect their progressive outlook towards,
  science, literature, art and culture.

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• The category of Medieval India coins includes all
  the coins that were issued by various Sultanates
  and other independent kingdoms that existed
  during the medieval period.
• Every Indian collector dreams of owning a rare
  Indian coin from the medieval times issued by
  Mughal Emperors like Akbar or an old coin of
  India from the Vijayanagar Empire as they portray
  unbelievably intricate designs.

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• Towards the end of the 16th century, various
  European powers established trade relations with
  India, which soon led to colonisation of various
  territories. Colonial India coins are the ones
  that were issued by these European powers such as
  Denmark, France, England, Portuguese and Holland.
• If you are looking for a rare coin of India
  issued during the British Regime then you must
  search for the striking Gold Mohur coin that
  features a portrait of Queen Victoria.

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• Modern coins in India are the ones that were
  issued after India became independent on 15th
  August 1947. The very first modern Indian coins
  were minted in 1950 and they bore the
  denomination 1 rupee.
• Its impossible to discuss all the varieties of
  Indian coins at one go in one presentation. The
  more you explore Coins of India, the more
  exciting varieties you would keep discovering!