© AvrAlex (Belgorod, Russia)
© AvrAlex (Belgorod, Russia)
1 Som
2008 year| Nickel plated steel | 2.5 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Kyrgyzstan |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1991-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 2008 |
| Value | 1 Som 1 KGS = USD 0.012 |
| Currency | Som (1993-date) |
| Composition | Nickel plated steel |
| Weight | 2.5 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Thickness | 1.35 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#4750 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 6% |
Reverse
"kookor", a traditional Kyrgyz container made of leather for kymyz, the traditional drink. Each "kookor" image bears a symbol of "tumar" represented by a triangle. The latter is widely used in various Kyrgyz crafts
Script: Cyrillic
Lettering:
1
СОМ
Translation: 1 Som
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 1 Som 2008 coin from Kyrgyzstan features a unique design that reflects the country's cultural heritage. The obverse side of the coin depicts the Kyrgyzstan coat of arms, which includes a stylized representation of the Tian Shan mountain range, a symbol of the country's natural beauty and rich resources. The reverse side of the coin features a traditional Kyrgyzstan folk instrument called the "komuz," which is a stringed instrument that is played with a bow. This design was chosen to highlight the country's rich cultural heritage and its strong musical traditions.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Som 2008 coin.
