Unknown Æ - Unknown Ruler Two moons ND
| Bronze | 1.19 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | City of Kanka (Principality of Chach) |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Uncertain ruler III (circa 601-801) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 601-801 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.19 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-03 |
| Numista | N#197278 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Tamgha of Kanka surrounded by uncertain Sogdian legend.
Script: Sogdian
Lettering: pny tk' ryttpyr c'cynk
Translation: Coin [of tk' ryttpyr?] of Chach
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of two moons on one side, which suggests that the people of the City of Kanka and the Principality of Chach may have had a strong connection to the lunar cycle and possibly even worshiped a moon deity.
