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Uzbekistan Banknote 1 som 1992 DIM 40 AED

Name: Uzbekistan Banknote 1 som 1992 DIM 40 AED
Price: 40 AED
Availability: InStock

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Item Details

Age

10+ years

Condition

Almost no noticeable problems or flaws

Usage

Used an average amount, as frequently as would be expected

Posted on: 27th March 2026

Description

📌 General Information
Country: Uzbekistan
Currency: Uzbekistani som
Denomination: 1 som
Year: 1992
Issuer: Central Bank of Uzbekistan
Catalog Number: Pick #61a.2.2
Grading: 66 EPQ (Gem Uncirculated)
Serial Number: AK 21393897
🎨 Front Design
Main Feature:
The national emblem of Uzbekistan (center-left)
Details of emblem:
Mythical bird (Humo) with open wings (symbol of freedom & happiness)
Surrounded by:
Wheat (left) → prosperity
Cotton (right) → national agriculture
Rising sun in the background
Star & crescent above (Islamic heritage)
Text (Uzbek language):
"Oʻzbekiston" (Uzbekistan)
"1 so‘m"
"Oʻzbekiston Davlat Banki" (State Bank of Uzbekistan)
Color Scheme:
Light orange + blue/green tones
🔍 Back Design

(Simple compared to modern notes)

Geometric patterns and guilloche security designs
Minimal imagery (typical of early post-Soviet issues)
🔐 Security Features
Fine guilloche patterns (anti-counterfeit)
Detailed line engraving
Serial number in black ink
Paper quality typical of early 1990s issues

(No advanced modern features like holograms or polymer)

📊 Condition (IMPORTANT)
Grade 66 EPQ = Very high quality
Gem Uncirculated
Sharp corners
No folds
Original paper quality (EPQ = Exceptional Paper Quality)
💰 Value (Approximate)
Normal circulated: $1 – $3
Uncirculated: $5 – $10
Graded 66 EPQ: ⭐ $15 – $40+ (can vary by market)
📚 Historical Context
Issued right after independence (1991) from the Soviet Union
Represents the first national currency transition phase
Later replaced by redesigned som notes due to inflation
⭐ Interesting Facts
One of the earliest Uzbek banknotes
Features strong national identity symbols
Simple design reflects economic transition period