Unknown Æ - Ashkant (Nakhshab) ND (720-750) front Unknown Æ - Ashkant (Nakhshab) ND (720-750) back
Unknown Æ - Ashkant (Nakhshab) ND (720-750) photo
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Unknown Æ - Ashkant Nakhshab ND

 
Bronze 2.61 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Principality of Nakhshab (Southern Sogdiana)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
720-750
Composition
Bronze
Weight
2.61 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#198046
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

S-like tamgha of Nakhshab with Sogdian legend above.

Script: Sogdian

Lettering: 'swknt

Translation: Ashkant

Edge

Plain

Comment

The exact meaning of pryswdr needs confirmations. It may a name similar to Bariskdar; however, with Ashkant being named on the reverse, it may be some title or title description.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Iranian and Turkic influences in its design, reflecting the cultural diversity of the Principality of Nakhshab during its time.