Tamga

Symbol branding a group of Eurasian nomads

A tamga or tamgha was an abstract seal or brand used by Eurasian nomads initially as a Livestock branding, and by cultures influenced by them. The tamga was used as a livestock branding for a particular tribe, clan or family. They were common among the Eurasian nomads throughout Classical Antiquity and the Middle Ages. As clan and family identifiers, the collection and systematic comparison of tamgas is regarded to provide insights into relations between families, individuals and ethnic groups in the steppe territory.

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