© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
1 Cash - Vahshutava With Yuan; with hole ND
| Bronze | 4.06 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Türgesh Khaganate (Semirechye) |
|---|---|
| Lord | Vahshutava (circa 730) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 720-740 |
| Value | 1 Cash |
| Currency | Cash (716-766) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4.06 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#196984 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Tamgha of Türgesh in the shape of a stylized runic letter am, all with one runic character R to the left and one Chinese ideogram below.
Lettering:
ᚱ
元
Translation:
Yuan
Round coin
Edge
Plain
Comment
While the name Vahshutava is written on the coin, this name does not seem to appear outside of numismatic context. Often, the translation is said to be 'Coin of King Vahshutava', but the Sogdian word xwt'[w] is more equivalent to MR'Y (Lord) than MLK' (King).And while the exact reign of this person is unkown, they are said to have reigned circa 730.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it has a unique feature - a hole in the center. This hole was intentionally made during the minting process and was used to thread a string or cord through, allowing the coins to be worn as a pendant or carried as an amulet. This feature is a distinct characteristic of coins from the Türgesh Khaganate, and it signifies the cultural and religious beliefs of the people who used them.
