Unknown Æ - Uncertain Ruler Samarqand
| Bronze | 3.70 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Samarqand (ancient) (Sogdiana (ancient)) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 575-601 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.70 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#197516 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Tamgha of Samarqand with uncertain Sogdian legend on either side.
Script: Sogdian
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great cultural and economic exchange along the Silk Road, a network of trade routes that connected the East and West. The coin's design and materials reflect the influences of various cultures that traded and interacted with the region, making it a unique artifact of its time and place.
