Catalog
| Issuer | Principality of Chach |
|---|---|
| Year | 601-801 |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | |
| Currency | |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.20 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Thickness | |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | |
| Engraver(s) | |
| In circulation to | |
| Reference(s) | Sh&K#243 |
| Obverse description | Lion or snow leopard walking right. |
|---|---|
| Obverse script | |
| Obverse lettering | |
| Reverse description | Pitchfork-like tamgha of Chach surrounded by Sogdian legend. |
| Reverse script | Sogdian |
| Reverse lettering |
xwbw trnbc (Translation: Ruler Tarnavch) |
| Edge | Smooth. |
| Mint | |
| Mintage |
ND (601-801) - - |
| Numisquare ID | 2138322680 |
| Additional information |
Historical Context:This Æ (bronze) issue, Sh&K#243, originates from the Principality of Chach, a vital Sogdian-Turkic state in Central Asia, dating 601-801 CE. Chach, a crucial Silk Road hub, maintained economic autonomy and political identity amidst early Islamic expansion and Turkic influence. It underscores its independent minting authority. "Tarnavch Chach" likely refers to a specific ruling lineage or regional authority, reflecting Chach's decentralized yet powerful administration.
Artistry:The artistry aligns with the broader Sogdian numismatic tradition. No engraver is known, but the design typically features a highly stylized ob