1 Som (Kyrgyz Kurosh) 2020 front 1 Som (Kyrgyz Kurosh) 2020 back
1 Som (Kyrgyz Kurosh) 2020 photo
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1 Som Kyrgyz Kurosh

2020 year
Copper-nickel 12 g -
Description
Issuer
Kyrgyzstan
Period
Republic (1991-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2020
Value
1 Som 1 KGS = USD 0.012
Currency
Som (1993-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
12 g
Size
30 × 30 mm
Shape
Square with rounded corners
Technique
Milled, Coloured
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#267907
Rarity index
79%

Reverse

National Coat of Arms, Stylized images of wrestlers are depicted in the center of the pattern, Horse riders and other athletes are shown in the background, National ornaments at bottom right

Script: Cyrillic

Lettering:
ДҮЙНӨЛҮК КӨЧМӨНДӨР ОЮНДАРЫ
WORLD NOMAD GAMES 2020

Translation: World Nomad Games

Comment

Kyrgyz küröş, which is a belt wrestling, is among the oldest types of national sports games of the Kyrgyz people.

Interesting fact

The 1 Som (Kyrgyz Kurosh) 2020 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 a "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 reverse side of the coin features the Kyrgyzstan coat of arms, which includes a depiction of a snow-capped mountain and a pair of golden eagles. The coat of arms is surrounded by a wreath of wheat ears and a ribbon with the inscription "Kyrgyz Republic." The coin's design serves as a nod to the country's rich history and cultural traditions.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2020  5000 - - - - - -

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