1 Tangka ("Kong-par Tangka"; type 1; double circle) 45-46 (1791-1792) front 1 Tangka ("Kong-par Tangka"; type 1; double circle) 45-46 (1791-1792) back
1 Tangka ("Kong-par Tangka"; type 1; double circle) 45-46 (1791-1792) photo
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1 Tangka "Kong-par Tangka"; type 1; double circle

 
Silver 5.02 g 27 mm
Description
Issuer
Tibet (China)
Period
Ganden Phodrang (1642-1959)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
45-46 (1791-1792)
Calendar
Tibetan (16th cycle)
Value
1 Tangka
Currency
Tangka (1640-1959)
Composition
Silver
Weight
5.02 g
Diameter
27 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#297896
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Ornate lotus design within double circle surrounded by the Buddhist Eight Auspicious symbols (a white parasol, a conch shell, a treasure vase, a victory banner, a dharma wheel, a pair of golden fish, an endless knot, and a lotus flower) within the petals of an eight-petalled lotus.

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique double circle design on the reverse side, which is not commonly seen in other coins from the same era.