Unknown Æ Bukhara Sogd; without legend; simple fire altar ND
| Bronze | 1.50 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Bukhara Sogd |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 650-725 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.50 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-03 |
| Numista | N#197587 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fire altar shaped like an hourglass.
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a simple fire altar, which was a common motif in Sogdian coinage during this time period. The fire altar was an important symbol in Zoroastrianism, the dominant religion of the Sogdian Empire, and it represented the divine fire that was believed to be the source of all life and energy. The use of this symbol on the coinage of Bukhara Sogd highlights the influence of Zoroastrianism on the culture and religion of the region during this time.
