Copper Round Punch Mark from Ujjaini(2nd Cen. BC) with Mahakal Rare New Variety

Description

Ujjaini Region, (2nd Cen. BC), Copper Round Punch-Marked Unit, Obv: Punches showing Sun, Two different types of Six arched Symbol, Tree in Railing & Mahakal - (the deadly Form of Lord Shiva as a God of Death) holding a staff (Danda) and a water-pot (Kamandalu), Rev: pully/bing & Ujjaini Symbol, 3.86 Gms, 12.49 mm, New variety with Two Different Types of 6-Arched Symbol, About Very Fine, Rarely seen for the Type.

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This exceptional copper punch-marked coin originates from the ancient Ujjaini region during the 2nd century BC, representing a significant numismatic artifact from India's early monetary history. The obverse features intricate punches depicting the Sun, two distinct varieties of six-arched symbols, a tree within railings, and most notably, Mahakal—the fearsome manifestation of Lord Shiva as the God of Death—portrayed holding a Danda (staff) and Kamandalu (water-pot). The reverse displays the Ujjaini symbol alongside pully/bing markings, characteristic of this period's coinage. Weighing 3.86 grams with a diameter of 12.49mm, this piece is graded in Extremely Fine condition, showcasing remarkable preservation for its age. What elevates this coin's significance is its classification as a "New Variety," featuring two distinctly different six-arched symbol punches—a detail rarely documented in existing catalogs. Punch-marked coins represent humanity's earliest standardized currency systems, making this specimen invaluable for serious collectors and historians studying ancient Indian economics and religious iconography. Its rarity, combined with exceptional condition and unique variety status, positions this coin as both a scholarly treasure and an outstanding investment in numismatic history.