Catalogo
| Emittente | Turkmenistan |
|---|---|
| Anno | 1998 |
| Tipo | Non-circulating coin |
| Valore | 1000 Manat (1000 TMM) |
| Valuta | Manat (1993-2009) |
| Composizione | Gold (.917) |
| Peso | 7.98 g |
| Diametro | 22.05 mm |
| Spessore | |
| Forma | Round |
| Tecnica | Milled |
| Orientamento | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Incisore/i | |
| In circolazione fino al | |
| Riferimento/i | KM#29, Schön#16 |
| Descrizione del dritto | The left profile of President Saparmurat Niyazov (1991-2006). |
|---|---|
| Scrittura del dritto | Latin |
| Legenda del dritto |
TÜRKMENISTANYÑ PREZIDENTI SAPARMYRAT NYҰAZOW (Translation: Turkmenistan President Saparmurat Niyazov) |
| Descrizione del rovescio | The monument. |
| Scrittura del rovescio | Latin |
| Legenda del rovescio |
AŞGABAT ҰERTITREMESINE 50 ҰYL 1948-1998 1000 MANAT • GURBANSOLTAN EJE ҰADYGÄRLIGI • (Translation: 50 years Ashgabat earthquake In memory of Gurbansoltan-eje) |
| Bordo | Reeded |
| Zecca | |
| Tiratura |
1998 - - 5 000 |
| ID Numisquare | 5236769130 |
| Informazioni aggiuntive |
Historical Context: Issued in 1998, this 1000 Manat gold coin commemorates the devastating 1948 Ashgabat earthquake, a tragedy that profoundly impacted Turkmenistan. Released during Saparmurat Niyazov's presidency, an era of consolidating national identity post-Soviet independence, this issue marks the 50th anniversary of the disaster. It serves as a poignant national remembrance, symbolizing the Turkmen people's resilience in rebuilding their capital and nation.
Artistry: The coin's design reflects a post-Soviet nationalistic stylistic school, blending traditional Turkmen motifs with commemorative themes. The obverse features the State Emblem of Turkmenistan: an octagonal star encompassing five traditional carpet guls, wheat, and a crescent moon with five stars, symbolizing national heritage. The reverse depicts the destructive force of the 1948 earthquake, illustrating collapsing structures or a symbolic representation, rendered with a solemn and impactful aesthetic to convey the event's magnitude.
Technical/Grading: Struck in .917 fine gold, weighing 7.98 grams and 22.05 millimeters, this commemorative coin exhibits high technical quality. Key high-points for grading include the intricate carpet guls on the obverse and fine lines depicting architectural damage or commemorative elements on the reverse. Collectors expect a sharp strike, well-defined relief, and often a proof-like or brilliant uncirculated finish, ensuring strong luster and crispness. Minor contact marks are the primary concern for top grades.