100 Som (Millennium of Manas) 1995 front 100 Som (Millennium of Manas) 1995 back
100 Som (Millennium of Manas) 1995 photo
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100 Som Millennium of Manas

1995 year
Gold (.999) 6.22 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Kyrgyzstan
Period
Republic (1991-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1995
Value
100 Som 100 KGS = USD 1.18
Currency
Som (1993-date)
Composition
Gold (.999)
Weight
6.22 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#44694
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Manas Epic on horseback with spear riding left, Denomination below

Script: Cyrillic

Lettering:
АЙКӨЛ МАНАС

999/6,22
100 СОМ

Translation: Manas the Magnanimous

Interesting fact

The 100 Som (Millennium of Manas) 1995 coin from Kyrgyzstan is a unique piece that features a rare combination of a non-circulating coin made of gold (.999) and weighing 6.22g. This coin is not only valuable due to its gold content and limited mintage but also holds historical significance as it was issued to commemorate the 1000th anniversary of the epic poem "Manas," which is a significant part of Kyrgyzstan's cultural heritage.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1995  1000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 100 Som (Millennium of Manas) 1995 coin.