3 Som 2008 front 3 Som 2008 back
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3 Som

2008 year
Nickel plated steel 3.2 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Kyrgyzstan
Period
Republic (1991-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
2008
Value
3 Som 3 KGS = USD 0.036
Currency
Som (1993-date)
Composition
Nickel plated steel
Weight
3.2 g
Diameter
21 mm
Thickness
1.4 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#5008
Rarity index
7%

Reverse

"kookor", a traditional Kyrgyz container made of leather for kymyz, the traditional drink. Each "kookor" image bears a symbol of "tumar" represented by a triangle. The latter is widely used in various Kyrgyz crafts

Script: Cyrillic

Lettering: 3 COM

Translation: 3 Som

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 3 Som coin from Kyrgyzstan features a unique design that showcases the country's rich cultural heritage. On one side of the coin, there is an image of a traditional Kyrgyzstanian woman's headdress, known as a "Kolpak," which is a symbol of national identity and pride. The other side of the coin features the denomination and the year of issue. This coin is a great example of how currency can serve as a reflection of a country's history and culture.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2008  - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 3 Som 2008 coin.