Assertion (A): The Kushanas issued a large number of gold coins.
Reason (R): The period was marked by flourishing trade

The first two Kushana kings, Kujula and Vima issued gold coins. The coins were die-struck and produced in large numbers to facilitate growing trade and commerce. Largest number of copper coins was issued by the Kushanas. It was also a period of great wealth marked by extensive mercantile activities.