Cast Copper Kakani coin of Sunga Kingdom from MP Region 2nd Cen. BC Hollow Cross/Tree Railing

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This rare Cast Copper Kakani coin originates from the Sunga Kingdom, one of ancient India’s most significant dynasties that flourished during the 2nd century BC. Minted in the Madhya Pradesh region, this exceptional piece showcases the artistic and monetary sophistication of the era. The obverse features a distinctive hollow cross—a symbolic motif common to Sunga coinage—while the reverse displays an intricate tree enclosed within a railing, reflecting the period’s reverence for nature and Buddhist influences.

Weighing 1.84 grams and measuring 11.10mm in diameter, this kakani (a copper denomination of modest value) exhibits Very Fine condition despite its age of over 2,000 years. The preservation of both design elements is remarkable for a cast copper coin of this antiquity. Collectors of ancient Indian numismatics highly prize Sunga coins for their historical significance, rarity, and the window they provide into pre-Mauryan monetary systems. This piece represents an outstanding acquisition for serious numismatists, historians, and those passionate about preserving tangible evidence of India’s glorious past. Its rarity and condition make it a worthy centerpiece for any ancient coin collection.

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