1 Cash - Arslan Kul-Erkin ND (701-725) front 1 Cash - Arslan Kul-Erkin ND (701-725) back
1 Cash - Arslan Kul-Erkin ND (701-725) photo
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1 Cash - Arslan Kul-Erkin ND

 
Bronze 5.59 g 25 mm
Description
Issuer
Arslanid dynasty (Semirechye)
Master
Arslan Kul-Erkin (circa 701-725)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
701-725
Value
1 Cash
Currency
Cash (701-760)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
5.59 g
Diameter
25 mm
Shape
Round with a square hole
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#197070
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Tamgha of Türgesh to the right and one runic character R to the left.

Lettering:

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was used as a form of currency during the Arslanid dynasty, which was a Turkic dynasty that ruled over the Semirechye region in the 8th and 9th centuries. The coin features an inscription in the Turkic language and is made of bronze, which was a common material for coins at that time. Despite its small weight of 5.59 grams, it played an important role in the economy of the region and was likely used for everyday transactions.