Unknown Æ - Nirtanak (Chach; flat hair) ND (601-801) front Unknown Æ - Nirtanak (Chach; flat hair) ND (601-801) back
Unknown Æ - Nirtanak (Chach; flat hair) ND (601-801) photo
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Unknown Æ - Nirtanak Chach; flat hair ND

 
Bronze 2.01 g 19 mm
Description
Issuer
Principality of Chach
Ruling authority
Nirtanak (circa 601-801)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
601-801
Composition
Bronze
Weight
2.01 g
Diameter
19 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#197979
Rarity index
87%

Reverse

Pitchfork-like tamgha of Chach surrounded by Sogdian legend.

Script: Sogdian

Lettering: nyrtnk c'cynk xwbw

Translation: Nirtanak, Ruler of Chach

Edge

Plain

Comment

The weight of this type varies from 1.0 to 2.4 grams, and the diameter varies from 15 to 21 millimetres.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique flat hair design on the obverse side, which is unlike most coins that depict a person or an animal. The flat hair design is a distinctive feature of the Chach culture, and it signifies the importance of simplicity and humility in their society.