500 Manat (Purple Swamphen) 1996 front 500 Manat (Purple Swamphen) 1996 back
500 Manat (Purple Swamphen) 1996 photo
© spica

500 Manat Purple Swamphen

1996 year
Silver (.925) 28.28 g 38.61 mm
Description
Issuer
Turkmenistan
Period
Republic (1991-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1996
Value
500 Manat (500&nbspTMM)
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
References
Numista
N#16789
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

The bird - western swamphen

Script: Latin

Lettering:
Porphyrio porphyrio Linnaeus
500
MANAT
1996
SOLTANTOWUK

Edge

Reeded

Comment

The western swamphen (Porphyrio porphyrio) is a "swamp hen" in the rail family Rallidae. From its French name talève sultane, it is also known as the sultana bird. This chicken-sized bird, with its large feet, bright plumage and red bill and frontal shield is easily recognisable in its native range. It used to be considered the nominate subspecies of the purple swamphen. It is found in Iberia, France, Sardinia and North Africa to Tunisia.

Interesting fact

The 500 Manat (Purple Swamphen) coin from Turkmenistan features a unique design, showcasing a swamphen bird perched on a reed, surrounded by a background of wavy lines. The coin's design is notable for its intricate details and realistic portrayal of the bird, making it a standout piece in the world of numismatics.

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 (Purple Swamphen) 1996 coin.