Unknown Æ - Anonymous Ferghana; facing right ND
| Bronze | 2.03 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Ferghana Khaganate (Sogdiana) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 649-801 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.03 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-03 |
| Numista | N#197653 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Lyre-like tamgha of Ferghana surrounded by Sogdian legend.
Script: Sogdian
Lettering: prn bgy d'r
Translation: Farnbag, by the Grace of God
Edge
Plain
Comment
Farnbag is the city's deity.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of a facing right Ferghana; anonymous ruler, which suggests that the coin was minted during a time when the Ferghana Khaganate was ruled by a powerful and influential leader.