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500 Manat Saker Falcon

1999 year
Gold (.999) 47.54 g 38.61 mm
Description
Issuer
Turkmenistan
Period
Republic (1991-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1999
Value
500 Manat (500&nbspTMM)
Currency
Manat (1993-2009)
Composition
Gold (.999)
Weight
47.54 g
Diameter
38.61 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#101224
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

The bird - saker falcon.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
Falco cherrug Gray
500
MANAT
1999
ELGUŞ

Edge

Reeded

Comment

The saker falcon (Falco cherrug) is a large species of falcon. This species breeds from eastern Europe eastwards across Asia to Manchuria. It is mainly migratory except in the southernmost parts of its range, wintering in Ethiopia, the Arabian peninsula, northern Pakistan and western China.

Interesting fact

The 500 Manat (Saker Falcon) coin from Turkmenistan is unique in that it features a rare instance of a falcon depicted in mid-flight on a coin. The coin's design showcases the Saker Falcon in a dynamic pose, with its wings spread wide and talons outstretched, giving the impression of movement and freedom. This design element sets the coin apart from other bird-themed coins that typically feature static images of birds perched or in profile. The coin's gold composition and detailed design make it a highly sought-after collector's item for numismatists and bird enthusiasts alike.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1999  100 - - - - - -

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