The Central Bank issued gold and silver coins for the 35th anniversary of independence.
The Central Bank of Uzbekistan unveiled a collection of commemorative coins for the 35th anniversary of the country's independence. The collection includes three designs in 999.9-purity gold and silver, weighing 31.1 grams each and with a face value of 100,000 soums. Sales have begun at 690 commercial bank branches.
The Central Bank of Uzbekistan has issued a collection of commemorative gold and silver coins commemorating the 35th anniversary of the country's independence. According to the regulator's press service, sale of the coins began on August 27 at 690 branches of commercial banks.
The collection includes three coins united by a unified artistic concept that reflects the national statehood, historical heritage, values, and contemporary development of Uzbekistan.
The obverse of the first coin depicts the Independence Monument, symbolizing freedom, national pride, and sovereign statehood. Rays of sunlight behind the monument represent the new opportunities created by independence and a bright future. The reverse of this coin features the national flag of Uzbekistan and the date of its adoption—November 18, 1991.
The second coin is dedicated to the historical and spiritual heritage of Uzbekistan. Its obverse depicts the Center for Islamic Civilization in Tashkent, which, according to the Central Bank, symbolizes the country's contribution to global science, spirituality, and the development of Islamic civilization. The reverse of this coin depicts the national emblem of Uzbekistan and the date of its adoption—July 2, 1992.
The central element of the third coin is the number "35." Its reverse side is engraved with a line from the national anthem—"Olamni mahliyo aylagan diyor!" ("The land that enchanted the whole world!")—and the date of its adoption—December 10, 1992. The design also incorporates patterns from the Uzbek skullcap.
The commemorative coins are minted from 999.9-purity gold and silver. Each coin weighs 31.1 grams and has a face value of 100,000 soums.
The coins are available for purchase as part of a complete set of three or individually.
The initial mintage of gold commemorative coins is 450 pieces, while the initial mintage of silver commemorative coins is 800. The Central Bank clarified that the mintage may be increased depending on market demand.
Current prices for the coins and information on their availability at banks will be published daily on the Central Bank's official website.