Uzbekistan’s Central Bank Launches Anniversary Collection
Economy
The Central Bank of Uzbekistan has issued a collection of commemorative coins marking the 35th anniversary of the country’s independence. The three designs, minted in gold and silver, bring together symbols of national statehood, historical memory, national values and Uzbekistan’s modern development.
Sales began on August 27 through 690 branches of commercial banks. The coins are available both as a three-piece collector’s set and individually.
The first coin is dedicated to the Independence Monument. According to the Central Bank’s concept, rays of sunlight emerging from behind the monument represent the opportunities created by independence and the country’s future. The reverse features the State Flag of the Republic of Uzbekistan and the date of its adoption — November 18, 1991.
The second design reflects Uzbekistan’s historical and spiritual heritage. Its obverse depicts the Center of Islamic Civilization in Tashkent, representing the country’s contribution to global scholarship, spirituality and the development of Islamic civilization. The reverse bears the State Emblem of the Republic of Uzbekistan and the date of its adoption — July 2, 1992.
The number “35” is the central design element of the third coin. Its reverse carries the line “Olamni mahliyo aylagan diyor!” from Uzbekistan’s State Anthem, together with the anthem’s adoption date — December 10, 1992. Traditional ornamental motifs inspired by the Uzbek doppi are also incorporated into the design.
All commemorative coins are minted in 999.9 fine gold and silver. Each weighs 31.1 grams and carries a face value of UZS 100,000. The initial mintage comprises 450 gold coins and 800 silver coins. The Central Bank said production volumes could be increased depending on demand.
The first coin is dedicated to the Independence Monument. According to the Central Bank’s concept, rays of sunlight emerging from behind the monument represent the opportunities created by independence and the country’s future. The reverse features the State Flag of the Republic of Uzbekistan and the date of its adoption — November 18, 1991.
The second design reflects Uzbekistan’s historical and spiritual heritage. Its obverse depicts the Center of Islamic Civilization in Tashkent, representing the country’s contribution to global scholarship, spirituality and the development of Islamic civilization. The reverse bears the State Emblem of the Republic of Uzbekistan and the date of its adoption — July 2, 1992.
The number “35” is the central design element of the third coin. Its reverse carries the line “Olamni mahliyo aylagan diyor!” from Uzbekistan’s State Anthem, together with the anthem’s adoption date — December 10, 1992. Traditional ornamental motifs inspired by the Uzbek doppi are also incorporated into the design.
All commemorative coins are minted in 999.9 fine gold and silver. Each weighs 31.1 grams and carries a face value of UZS 100,000. The initial mintage comprises 450 gold coins and 800 silver coins. The Central Bank said production volumes could be increased depending on demand.
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