Central Mosque (Almaty)-Reverse
Central Mosque (Almaty)-Averse

Central Mosque of Almaty 500 tenge 1 oz Proof Казахстан

Specifications

Country
Казахстан
Denomination
500 ₸
Metal
Silver 925
Mass
1oz (31.1 g)
Diameter
38.61
Mintage
4000
Quality
Proof
Year
2006

The 500 ₸ silver coin is dedicated to the Central Republican Mosque of Almaty, one of the best-known Muslim places of worship in Kazakhstan. The mosque was built in 1999 and became a prominent part of the city’s architectural landscape. The building is distinguished by its monumental forms, large dome, and slender minarets, as well as by its combination of traditional Islamic motifs with a modern approach to construction. The issuance of this coin highlights the mosque’s importance as a spiritual, cultural, and public center. The coin is made of .925 silver and weighs 31.10 g. It is of interest as a commemorative issue connected with the architectural and religious heritage of Kazakhstan.

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