50 Som
Kyrgyzstan · National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic
The orange 50 som note (dated 2023, circulated from 15 February 2024) honours Kurmanjan Datka (1811-1907), a revered Kyrgyz politician and leader known as the Tsaritsa Alai, whose portrait dominates the obverse. The reverse showcases the Uzgen architectural complex, comprising an 11th-century minaret and mausoleum, framed by mountain scenery. The note measures 126 x 61 mm, was printed by Crane Currency, and earned recognition at the High Security Printing Asia awards for 2023.
Highlights
ReasonPart of the fifth series modernisation of the Kyrgyz som; the denomination also previously won the IBNS Banknote of the Year award for its design.
DesignPortrait of Kurmanjan Datka on obverse; 11th-century Uzgen minaret and mausoleum complex on reverse.
Security featuresRAPID HD Detect windowed micro-optic security thread; Kurmanjan Datka watermark with electrotype 50; Bioguard varnish with anti-bacterial and anti-viral protection.