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1 Soʻm 600th Anniversary of Ulugʻbek
1994 year| Gold (.9999) plated brass | 15.2 g | 31 mm |
| Issuer | Uzbekistan |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1991-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1994 |
| Value | 1 Soʻm |
| Currency | First soʻm (1993-1994) |
| Composition | Gold (.9999) plated brass |
| Weight | 15.2 g |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#379072 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Portrait of Mirzo Ulugʻbek
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MUHAMMAD TARAḠAY ULUḠBEK
•1394 - 1449•
Edge
Reeded
Comment
https://cbu.uz/ru/banknotes-coins/commemorative-coins/catalog/1994/43538/Also a variant of the coin in white metal:
©Cyrillius
Interesting fact
The Pattern 1 Soʻm coin from Uzbekistan, issued in 1994 to commemorate the 600th anniversary of Ulugʻbek, features a unique design that showcases the country's rich history and culture. One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Registan, a grand square in Samarkand that was once a major center of trade and cultural exchange along the Silk Road. The Registan is still standing today and is considered one of the most impressive examples of Islamic architecture in Central Asia.