Coin of Nabki Malik

This silver drachma is associated with the local ruler Nabki Malik, who governed in the territory of ancient Uzbekistan and was minted in the second half of the 5th century. The name Nabki Malik is rarely mentioned in archaeological and numismatic sources, but coins provide valuable information about his rule and cultural legacy. With a diameter of 26 mm, this silver coin demonstrates the technical level and aesthetic taste of the coinage art of that era through its large size, metal composition, and striking technique. The coin depicts a stylized image of the ruler, local tamgas, a fire altar, or religious symbols, all of which reflect the ruler’s political authority and ideological beliefs.