© Stephen Album Rare Coins
© Stephen Album Rare Coins
1 Cash Uncertain Sogdian mint; Chach or Ferghana ND
| Bronze | 1.23 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Uncertain Sogdian mint (Sogdiana) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 701-801 |
| Value | 1 Cash |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.23 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#198625 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Branch-like tamgha wrapping around the hole from left to top.
Edge
Plain
Comment
This type is often attributed to an uncertain area in either Chach or Ferghana.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of the Tang Dynasty in China, which was a time of significant cultural and economic exchange between China and the Sogdian region. The coin's design and inscriptions reflect this cultural exchange, with the use of both Chinese and Sogdian language on the coin. Additionally, the coin's bronze composition and relatively small weight suggest that it was intended for everyday use in local transactions, providing a glimpse into the economic life of the people living in the region during that time.
