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Which of the following numismatic discoveries in Kerala provided concrete proof of extensive commercial intercourse with the Roman Republic and Early Empire?
A. Punch-marked silver coins of the Mauryan empire
B. Hoards of Roman gold and silver denarii minted by Augustus and Tiberius found at Kottayam and Eyyal✓ Correct Answer
C. Lead coins issued by the Satavahana rulers of Pratishthana
D. Gold dinaras of the Gupta rulers Samudragupta and Kumaragupta I
💡 Solution & Explanation
The discovery of substantial hoards of Roman gold and silver denarii minted during the reigns of Augustus and Tiberius at sites like Kottayam and Eyyal provides tangible evidence of ancient Indo-Roman trade. Punch-marked silver coins reflect early indigenous Mauryan commerce, whereas Satavahana lead coins and Gupta gold dinaras belong to different eras and regions.
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