Unknown Æ - Chanurnak (Farankat) ND (601-801) front Unknown Æ - Chanurnak (Farankat) ND (601-801) back
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Unknown Æ - Chanurnak Farankat ND

 
Bronze 1.31 g 19 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Farankat (Principality of Chach)
Ruling authority
Chanurnak (circa 601-801)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
601-801
Composition
Bronze
Weight
1.31 g
Diameter
19 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-03
References
Numista
N#197408
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Tamgha of Farankat surrounded by Sogdian legend.

Script: Sogdian

Lettering: pny c'cynk xwbw cnwrnk

Translation: Coin of the Chach ruler Chanurnak

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was made of bronze, which was a common material used for coins in ancient times due to its durability and resistance to corrosion.