SSC GD 2021 PYQ — Question 50

SSC GD Constable (English) - 23rd November 2021 Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q50

Punch-marked coins from the sixth century BCE onwards were made of silver and which of the following metals?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Copper.

  • Coins were produced during 6th century BCE and they were made out of silver, copper and later in gold.
  • Punched marked coins were introduced by Kings, merchants and bankers.
  • These were hammered using punches and dies to create the symbols. That is why they are known as punch-marked coins.