Catalogo
| Emittente | Principality of Chach |
|---|---|
| Anno | 601-801 |
| Tipo | Standard circulation coin |
| Valore | |
| Valuta | |
| Composizione | Bronze |
| Peso | 2.20 g |
| Diametro | 18 mm |
| Spessore | |
| Forma | Round (irregular) |
| Tecnica | Hammered |
| Orientamento | |
| Incisore/i | |
| In circolazione fino al | |
| Riferimento/i | Sh&K#243 |
| Descrizione del dritto | Lion or snow leopard walking right. |
|---|---|
| Scrittura del dritto | |
| Legenda del dritto | |
| Descrizione del rovescio | Pitchfork-like tamgha of Chach surrounded by Sogdian legend. |
| Scrittura del rovescio | Sogdian |
| Legenda del rovescio |
xwbw trnbc (Translation: Ruler Tarnavch) |
| Bordo | Smooth. |
| Zecca | |
| Tiratura |
ND (601-801) - - |
| ID Numisquare | 2138322680 |
| Informazioni aggiuntive |
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