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1 Som Burana
2008 yearCopper-nickel | 12 g | 30 mm |
Issuer | Kyrgyzstan |
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Period | Republic (1991-date) |
Type | Non-circulating coin |
Year | 2008 |
Value | 1 Som 1 KGS = USD 0.012 |
Currency | Som (1993-date) |
Composition | Copper-nickel |
Weight | 12 g |
Diameter | 30 mm |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Updated | 2024-10-06 |
Numista | N#15161 |
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Rarity index | 53% |
Reverse
Map of Kyrgyzstan with Burana Tower marked, denomination right, view of Burana Tower below
Script: Cyrillic
Lettering:
1
СОМ
БУРАНА
Translation: 1 Som, Burana
Interesting fact
The 1 Som (Burana) 2008 coin from Kyrgyzstan features a unique design that showcases the country's rich cultural heritage. On the obverse side of the coin, there is an image of a traditional Kyrgyz instrument called the "komuz," which is a type of stringed instrument that is played with a bow. The komuz is an important symbol of Kyrgyz culture and is often featured in traditional music and dance performances. The inclusion of this image on the coin highlights the country's efforts to preserve and promote its cultural traditions.
Price
Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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2008 | 5000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Som (Burana) 2008 coin.