5 Som (25 Years of the National Currency) 2018 front 5 Som (25 Years of the National Currency) 2018 back
5 Som (25 Years of the National Currency) 2018 photo
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5 Som 25 Years of the National Currency

2018 year
Copper-nickel 15.5 g 33 mm
Description
Issuer
Kyrgyzstan
Period
Republic (1991-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2018
Value
5 Som 5 KGS = USD 0.06
Currency
Som (1993-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
15.5 g
Diameter
33 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#140611
Rarity index
70%

Reverse

The image of the first banknote of the lowest denomination – 1 Tıyın, and the highest denomination – 5 000 Som, Denomination below with new currency symbol

Script: Cyrillic

Lettering:
КЫРГЫЗ
РЕСПУБЛИКАСЫНЫН
УЛУТТУК ВАЛЮТАСЫНА
25 ЖЫЛ

5⃀

Translation: 25 Years of the Natioanl Curency of Kyrgyzstan, 5 som

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Interesting fact

The 5 Som coin from Kyrgyzstan, released in 2018 to commemorate 25 years of the national currency, features a unique design that showcases the country's rich cultural heritage. The coin's obverse side features a stylized image of a traditional Kyrgyz yurt, a symbol of nomadic culture and tradition, surrounded by intricate patterns and designs that reflect the country's artistic and historical legacy. The reverse side of the coin bears the national emblem of Kyrgyzstan, a stylized representation of the Tian Shan mountain range, which is a prominent landmark in the country's landscape and a source of national pride. The coin's unique design and symbolism make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and enthusiasts of Central Asian culture.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2018  5000 - - - - - -

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