Question

Which metal coins of the Gupta period were known as 'Rūpaka ?

• A. Iron coins
• B. Silver coins
• C. Copper coins
• D. Gold coins

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Silver coins

The silver coins of the Gupta period were known as "Rūpaka". Note: During the Gupta Period, gold coins were called Dinaras In the Gupta dynasty coins, the governing king was typically shown on the coins' front, which also contained legends, while a deity was usually demonstrated on the reverse. Gupta currency represented the height of metallurgy and design.