The 1994 Uzbekistan 50 Tiyin is a coin issued by the Republic of Uzbekistan shortly after its independence in 1991. It is part of the second series of coins, with the Tiyin being the subunit of the Uzbekistani Som (UZS) currency. The coin features the National Coat of Arms on the obverse and a wreath of cotton branches on the reverse, symbolic of Uzbekistan's agricultural heritage.
Obverse (Front)
The obverse features:
- The National Coat of Arms of Uzbekistan, surrounded by 12 stars that represent the twelve provinces of Uzbekistan.
- The inscription "УЗБЕКИСТОН РЕСПУБЛИКАСИ" in Cyrillic script, which translates to "Republic of Uzbekistan".
Reverse (Back)
The reverse displays:
- The denomination 50 Tiyin inside a wreath of cotton branches. Cotton is an important agricultural product in Uzbekistan, symbolizing the country’s agricultural economy.
- The year 1994 is also inscribed at the bottom.
- The inscription "ТИЙИН" is written in Cyrillic, meaning Tiyin.
Specifications
- Composition: Nickel-Clad Steel
- Weight: 4.8 grams
- Diameter: 23.9 mm
- Thickness: 1.4 mm
- Shape: Round
- Technique: Milled
- Edge: Smooth with inscriptions in Cyrillic
- Demonetized: 1 March 2020
- Mint: Republic of Uzbekistan
- Number: N# 1476
- References: KM# 6, Schön# 6
Historical Context
- The 50 Tiyin coin was issued in 1994, shortly after Uzbekistan gained its independence from the Soviet Union in 1991.
- The Cyrillic script used on this coin reflects Uzbekistan's historical ties to the Soviet Union, as well as the early days of the country’s national identity post-independence.
Unique Features
- The coin contains a spelling error in the Cyrillic inscription on its edge. The word "ЭЛЛИК" is misspelled as "ЗЛЛИК", making it a unique feature for collectors.
Why Collect the 1994 Uzbekistan 50 Tiyin?
The 1994 Uzbekistan 50 Tiyin coin is an important part of Uzbekistan’s numismatic history following its independence. Its unique design, featuring the National Coat of Arms and cotton branches, along with the misspelling on the edge, makes it a collectible item for those interested in post-Soviet coins, Central Asian numismatics, or modern Uzbek history.
