The Chola Empire left more than temples and bronzes — they etched their history onto copper. This episode explores the remarkable copper-plate charters that recorded land grants, royal eulogies, and the day-to-day business of an empire. We focus on the 10th-century Anbil plates of Parāntaka I, which detail a grant to a Brahmin priest and include a rare genealogy of early Chola kings. Discover how these plates were made, what they reveal about irrigation, taxation, and Brahmin settlements, and why they remain a crucial source for reconstructing Chola chronology. We also discuss the physical process of engraving, the use of royal seals, and the challenge of forgeries. If you've ever wondered how empires keep records, this episode traces the trail from royal decree to copper deed.
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