© Stephen Album Rare Coins
© Stephen Album Rare Coins
Unknown Æ - Uncertain Ruler Samarqand
| Bronze | 3.64 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Samarqand (ancient) (Sogdiana (ancient)) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 575-601 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.64 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#197517 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Tamgha of Samarqand surrounded by uncertain Sogdian legend.
Script: Sogdian
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great cultural and religious exchange along the Silk Road, a network of trade routes that connected the East and West. The coin's design and inscriptions reflect the blending of influences from various cultures, including the ancient Sogdians, Persians, and Greeks.
