1 Tangka "Kong-par Tangka"; type 4; double circle
24 (1890) year| Silver | 4.30 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Tibet (China) |
|---|---|
| Period | Ganden Phodrang (1642-1959) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 24 (1890) |
| Calendar | Tibetan (16th cycle) |
| Value | 1 Tangka |
| Currency | Tangka (1640-1959) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.30 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#297893 |
|---|---|
| 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 the 1 Tangka coin from Tibet (China) 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.
