100 Tenge (Turanga; Nickel silver) 2020 front 100 Tenge (Turanga; Nickel silver) 2020 back
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100 Tenge Turanga; Nickel silver

2020 year
Nickel silver 11.17 g 31 mm
Description
Issuer
Kazakhstan
Period
Republic (1991-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2020
Value
100 Tenge 100 KZT = USD 0.21
Currency
Tenge (1993-date)
Composition
Nickel silver
Weight
11.17 g
Diameter
31 mm
Thickness
2.1 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#297547
Rarity index
29%

Reverse

On the reverse side there is an image of the Turanga poplar against the background of a desert dune.

Lettering: TORAŃǴY • POPULUS DIVERSIFOLIA

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Date of issue 30.12.2020

TORAŃǴY (Turanga) - variegated poplar. Listed in the Red Book of Kazakhstan. Different peoples have their own revered trees that are considered sacred. Each of them has their own legend. The Japanese have it sakura, the Europeans have an oak tree, the Indians have a sequoia, and the Africans have a baobab. Among the ancient nomads, the turanga was considered such a tree, which was worshiped and considered sacred.

Interesting fact

The 100 Tenge coin from Kazakhstan features a unique design that showcases the country's rich cultural heritage. The obverse side of the coin depicts the outline of the Republic of Kazakhstan's map, while the reverse side features the Turanga, a traditional Kazakh instrument that resembles a dombra, a stringed musical instrument. The coin's design is a nod to the country's rich history and cultural traditions.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2020  100000 - - - - - -

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