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© Stephen Album Rare Coins
Unknown Æ - Wanwan Kangju; 1st period; left-facing tamgha
| Bronze | 2.42 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Kangju Kingdom (Sogdiana (ancient)) |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Wanan (circa 201-600) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 201-601 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.42 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#198492 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Left-facing tamgha of Kangju with dot in centre, all surrounded by Sogdian legend.
Script: Sogdian
Lettering: c'c'n n'p'c wnwn xwb
Translation: Ruler Wanwan of the Chachian people
Edge
Plain
Comment
Some examples have a crescent moon on the diadem, but not all do. On some examples, the diadem is worn beyond recogniztion on struck off flan.This example is rather light compared to other coins of the first period of Kangju, and it has a seldom-seen left-facing tamgha.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a left-facing tamgha, which is a rare design element for coins from the Kangju Kingdom. The tamgha is a symbol of the king's authority and is often depicted on coins from this region, but it is usually shown facing to the right. The left-facing tamgha on this coin may indicate that it was issued during a specific period or for a particular occasion, making it a unique and interesting piece of history.
