Multiple choice

Which of the following metals were made of Satavahana coins?

  1. Gold, potin, silver, copper

  2. Gold, silver, copper

  3. Copper, lead, potin, silver

  4. Gold, lead, copper, silver
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Numismatic evidence confirms that Satavahana coins were minted in copper, lead, potin (a copper alloy), and silver. Gold was not a standard metal for their coinage, eliminating options A and D. Option C matches the historical record.

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