The 'Vijayanagara' empire's monetary system included coins made of: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The 'Vijayanagara' empire's monetary system included coins made of:
A. Gold, silver, and copper
B. Only gold
C. Silver and lead
D. Only copper
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Vijayanagara issued coins in gold, silver, and copper, with the most famous being the gold 'pagoda'.

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