1 Cash (Kaiyuan imitation; Uncertain Sogdian) ND (625-801) front 1 Cash (Kaiyuan imitation; Uncertain Sogdian) ND (625-801) back
1 Cash (Kaiyuan imitation; Uncertain Sogdian) ND (625-801) photo
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1 Cash Kaiyuan imitation; Uncertain Sogdian ND

 
Bronze 4.04 g 25 mm
Description
Issuer
Uncertain Sogdian mint (Sogdiana)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
625-801
Value
1 Cash
Composition
Bronze
Weight
4.04 g
Diameter
25 mm
Shape
Round with a square hole
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#199408
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Tamgha of uncertain origin to the right of the hole.

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it is an imitation of a Kaiyuan coin, which was a Chinese currency that was introduced during the Tang Dynasty (618-907 CE). The Kaiyuan coin was made of bronze and had a standardized weight and size, which made it easily recognizable and trustworthy. The fact that this coin is an imitation of a Kaiyuan coin suggests that it was likely used for trade or commerce, and that the Sogdian people valued the stability and reliability of the Chinese currency.