© Stephen Album Rare Coins
© Stephen Album Rare Coins
1 Cash - Anonymous Single tamgha; with modified R ND
| Bronze | 2.67 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Türgesh Khaganate (Semirechye) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 738-750 |
| Value | 1 Cash |
| Currency | Cash (716-766) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.67 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#196994 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Tamgha of Türgesh in the shape of a stylized runic letter am, all with one modified runic character R around.
Lettering: ᚱ
Edge
Plain
Comment
These anonymous coins were said to be struck starting in 716, when Suluk (714-738) gained the title Khagan. Because those with a modified R have a lower weight, they were likely struck under Suluk's successors.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Türgesh Khaganate, which was a Turkic khaganate that existed from the 8th to the 10th century in the Semirechye region of Central Asia. The coin features a single tamgha, or symbol, on one side and a modified R on the other, indicating its affiliation with the Türgesh Khaganate. Additionally, the coin is made of bronze and weighs 2.67 grams, which was a common material and weight for coins during that time period.
