The Gupta gold and silver issues were initially based on the coins of the

Answer & Explanation

Answer: [C]

On the coins of the Kushanas and Saka Kshatrapas, the Gupta gold and silver issues were initially based. The Western Kshatrapas were probably a Scythian dynasty that ruled a large kingdom in western India from the 1st to the early 5th century. This dynasty produced a remarkably consistent series of silver coins from the beginning to the end of their rule. The coinage of the Kushan Empire the main coins issued were gold, weighing 7.9 grams, and base metal issues of various weights between 12 g and 1.5 g. Little silver coinage was issued, but in later periods the gold used was debased with silver.