The people of Satavahana Empire were fully acquainted with the ... The highest grade was known as Raja who had the right to strike coins while the second grade was mahabhoja and the third grade ...

Gupta rulers acquired much of the land previously held by the Mauryan Empire, and peace and trade flourished under their rule. Detailed gold coins featuring portraits of the Gupta kings stand out ...

Under the Mauryan Empire (4th-2nd century BCE), it thrived as a trade hub, with Ashokan stupas confirming its significance. The Guptas (4th-6th century CE) further enhanced its prosperity, as ...