Black Cast Copper of Vidarbha(Paoni) Region (4th - 3rd Cen. BC) with Nandipad above Elephant standing left Ext.Rare

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Step back in time to the Mauryan era with this magnificent and museum-worthy specimen from the ancient Vidarbha (Paoni) region, dating back to the 4th–3rd Century BC. Struck in rich black cast copper and weighing a substantial 14.76 grams, this remarkable antiquity was crafted using an advanced ancient sealing technique. The obverse prominently displays a powerful elephant standing proudly to the left, surmounted by a sacred Nandipad symbol, while the reverse remains traditionally uniface. Graded in Very Fine condition, this piece represents a pinnacle of early Indian numismatic art and metallurgy. Numismatists and advanced collectors of ancient Indian coinage will find this artifact irresistible due to its classification as extremely rare. Coins and cast coppers from the Paoni region offer a tangible link to the religious and socio-economic life of ancient India, making them crown jewels in specialized collections. Whether you are building a comprehensive cabinet of ancient tribal and regional coinages or seeking a profound historical conversation piece, this rare copper token delivers exceptional provenance and cultural significance.