Unknown Æ - Anonymous Kangju; 3rd period; facing left; retrograde tamgha; with three dots
| Bronze | 0.78 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Kangju Kingdom (Sogdiana (ancient)) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 201-601 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 0.78 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#198504 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Retrograde tamgha of Kangju with three dots in the centre, all surrounded by uncertain Sogdian legend.
Script: Sogdian
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique retrograde tamgha symbol, which is a stylized representation of the Sogdian letter "t" and is often found on coins from the Kangju Kingdom. The use of this symbol suggests that the coin was minted during the 3rd period of the Kangju Kingdom, which was a time of significant cultural and economic exchange between Sogdiana and other regions of the ancient world.