© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Unknown Æ - Wanwan Kangju; 1st period; regular tamgha; without dot
| Bronze | 3.88 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Kangju Kingdom (Sogdiana (ancient)) |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Wanan (circa 201-600) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 201-601 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.88 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#198490 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
Right-facing tamgha of Kangju 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 blend of ancient cultures. The Kangju Kingdom, where the coin was minted, was a Sogdian kingdom that existed in the 1st millennium AD, and the coin's design incorporates elements of both Sogdian and ancient Chinese culture. The tamgha symbol on the coin, for example, is a traditional Sogdian symbol that was used to represent the kingdom's ruling dynasty, while the coin's weight and composition reflect the influence of Chinese currency standards of the time. This coin is a fascinating example of cultural exchange and blending in ancient Central Asia.
