Unknown Æ - Chirdanak Kabarna; without arrow; switched portraits ND
| Bronze | 2.67 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | City of Kabarna (Principality of Chach) |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Chirdanak (circa 625-701) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 625-701 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.67 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-03 |
| Numista | N#197375 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Tamgha of Kabarna surrounded by Sogdian legend.
Script: Sogdian
Lettering: ZNH pny cpgw yrcdnk
Translation: This is the coin of Yabgu Chirdanak
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design element known as "switched portraits," where the portraits of the two rulers, Chirdanak and Kabarna, are swapped on the coin. This unusual design choice was likely made to commemorate a specific event or agreement between the two rulers, and it adds historical and numismatic significance to the coin.