10 Soʻm Amir Temur (Tamerlane) 1997 front 10 Soʻm Amir Temur (Tamerlane) 1997 back
10 Soʻm Amir Temur (Tamerlane) 1997 photo
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10 Soʻm Amir Temur Tamerlane

1997 year
Brass 22 g 38 mm
Description
Issuer
Uzbekistan
Issuing entity
Central Bank of Uzbekistan (O'zbekiston Respublikasi Markaziy banki / Ўзбекистон Республикаси Марказий Банки)
Period
Republic (1991-date)
Type
Pattern
Year
1997
Value
10 Soʻm 10 UZS = USD 0.00078
Currency
Second soʻm (1994-date)
Composition
Brass
Weight
22 g
Diameter
38 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#401856
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Monument to Amir Temur sitting on a horse, built in Tashkent, denomination below

Script: Latin

Lettering:
TOSHKENT

10 SOʻM
• AMIR TEMUR HAYKALI •

Translation: AMIR TEMUR STATUE TASHKENT

Interesting fact

The Pattern 10 Soʻm Amir Temur (Tamerlane) 1997 coin from Uzbekistan is interesting because it features a unique blend of traditional Islamic art and modern design elements. The coin's obverse features a portrait of Amir Temur, a 14th-century Uzbek leader, while the reverse depicts a stylized image of a mosque, symbolizing the country's rich cultural heritage. The use of brass as the coin's material adds to its distinctiveness, as it is not a commonly used metal in coin production. Overall, this coin represents a fascinating blend of history, art, and culture, making it a valuable addition to any coin collection.