© Stephen Album Rare Coins
© Stephen Album Rare Coins
1 Cash - Nanaiabiat ND
| Bronze | 1.06 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Samitan (Sogdiana) |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Nanaiabiat (circa 701-801) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 701-801 |
| Value | 1 Cash |
| Currency | Cash (circa 701-801) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.06 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#197130 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Two tamghas of Samitan divided by the hole.
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Principality of Samitan (Sogdiana) was a small state that existed in the 8th century in the region of modern-day Uzbekistan and Tajikistan. Despite its small size, it had its own currency, including the 1 Cash coin made of bronze, which weighs 1.06 grams. This coin features an interesting blend of influences from neighboring cultures, including the use of the Sogdian language and script on one side and the depiction of a mythical creature on the other. The coin's design and inscriptions reflect the cultural exchange and diversity of the region during that time period.