© spica
© spica
500 Manat Caspian Snowcock
1996 year| Silver (.925) | 28.28 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Turkmenistan |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1991-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1996 |
| Value | 500 Manat (500 TMM) |
| Currency | Manat (1993-2009) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#16790 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
The Caspian snowcock (Tetraogallus caspius).
Script: Latin
Lettering:
Tetraogallus caspius Gmelin
500
MANAT
1996
KASPI ULARY
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The Caspian snowcock (Tetraogallus caspius) is a snowcock in the pheasant family Phasianidae of the order Galliformes, gallinaceous birds. It is found in the mountains of eastern Turkey, Armenia, Azerbaijan and throughout the Alborz Mountains of Northern Iran. It breeds at altitudes from 1,800–3,000 m on bare stony ground with some alpine scrub. It nests in a bare ground scrape and lays 6–9 greenish eggs, which are incubated only by the female. Its diet consists of seeds and vegetable matter. It forms small flocks when not breeding.Interesting fact
The Caspian Snowcock coin, minted in 1996, is a unique and rare coin from Turkmenistan. One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a beautiful depiction of the Caspian Snowcock, a bird species native to the region, on its obverse side. The coin's reverse side showcases the Turkmenistan coat of arms. The coin's unique design and limited mintage make it a sought-after collector's item among numismatists and bird enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 5000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 500 Manat (Caspian Snowcock) 1996 coin.
