Copper Kakani of Ganapati Naga(c. 3rd Cen. AD) of Nagas Dynasty from Padmavati Bull Type

Description

Nagas of Padmavati, Ganapatinaga (c. 3rd Cen. AD), Copper Kakani, Obv: a humped bull facing left, Rev: brahmi legend “maharaja sri gane", 1.36 Gms, (W. Pieper # 1057), Extremely Fine.

Vist our Store for many more exiting Coin offers at

https://coinbazzar.com/store/coingallery/

Note – We Do not ship out of India

Acquire a remarkable piece of ancient Indian numismatic history with this Copper Kakani from the Nagas of Padmavati, issued during the reign of Ganapatinaga in the 3rd century AD. This exceptional coin features a distinctive humped bull facing left on the obverse, with a Brahmi legend reading "maharaja sri gane" on the reverse—a hallmark of Naga Dynasty coinage. Weighing 1.36 grams and graded in Extremely Fine condition, this piece demonstrates impressive preservation for its age. Referenced in W. Pieper's comprehensive numismatic catalog (#1057), it represents a scarce denomination that offers genuine insight into the economic and cultural systems of ancient India. The Nagas were a powerful dynasty whose coinage is highly sought by serious collectors of ancient Indian coins. This is an ideal addition for those building collections focused on regional dynasties, ancient Indian monetary systems, or rare copper denominations. Each coin tells the story of a sophisticated civilization that flourished two millennia ago.