© Stephen Album Rare Coins
© Stephen Album Rare Coins
Unknown Æ - Wanwan Kangju; 1st period; regular tamgha; with dot
| Bronze | 3.99 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Kangju Kingdom (Sogdiana (ancient)) |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Wanan (circa 201-600) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 201-601 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.99 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#198489 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Right-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.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique combination of symbols and characters that reflect the cultural and linguistic diversity of the Kangju Kingdom during the 1st period. The coin bears the Wanwan symbol, which is a stylized representation of a bird, and the regular tamgha symbol, which is a type of tamga or seal used by the Sogdian people. Additionally, the coin includes a dot, which may represent a bead or a small pellet used in ancient times as a unit of weight or currency. The combination of these symbols and characters on the coin highlights the rich cultural heritage of the Kangju Kingdom and its connections to the broader ancient world.
