Punch marked gold coins from Vijayanagara-era unearthed near Jolarpet

Why in news

Workers in Sundarampalli village unearthed an iron pot containing 86 gold coins from the Vijayanagara era during land leveling.

Background

The discovery was made in Sundarampalli village near Jolarpet. The coins were found inside an iron pot and are being assessed by the Tamil Nadu State Archaeology Department.

Facts for Prelims

• PlaceJolarpet is located in the state of Tamil Nadu
• Fact86 gold coins were unearthed from an iron pot
• BodyTamil Nadu State Archaeology Department is the body responsible for assessing the heritage value of the coins

For Mains

Q. Discuss the significance of numismatics in reconstructing the economic and political history of the Vijayanagara Empire.

Dimensions to cover in your answer

• Economic indicator: Gold coin circulation as a proxy for trade prosperity and fiscal stability
• Archaeological methodology: Challenges in preserving and authenticating in-situ finds in agricultural zones

Keywords: numismatics · Vijayanagara Empire · heritage conservation · archaeological assessment

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