Unknown Æ - Rakhanch With cross ND
| Bronze | 2.01 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Ustrushana (Sogdiana) |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Rakhanch (circa 601-725) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 601-725 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.01 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-03 |
| Numista | N#197137 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Tamgha of Ustrushana with double bottom and cross to the right, all surrounded by Sogdian legend.
Script: Sogdian
Lettering: rx'nc mr'y
Translation: Master Rakhanch
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of religious symbols, with a cross on one side and a depiction of the Buddha on the other. This reflects the cultural and religious diversity of the Principality of Ustrushana (Sogdiana) during the 7th to 8th centuries, when Buddhism and Christianity coexisted in the region.
