Kyrgyzstan 100 Som 2024 UNC Banknote
The Kyrgyzstan 100 Som 2024 banknote was introduced into circulation on 15 February 2024 by the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic as part of the Fifth Series celebrating the 30th anniversary of the Kyrgyz Som. While preserving the familiar design of earlier issues, the new series incorporates state-of-the-art security features to improve protection against counterfeiting.
Presented in UNC (Uncirculated) condition, this is one of the newest circulating banknotes from Central Asia and an outstanding addition to any modern world currency collection.
Historical Background
The Fifth Series was introduced between 2023 and 2024 to modernize Kyrgyzstan’s circulating banknotes while maintaining their cultural identity. The 100 Som entered circulation on 15 February 2024, alongside the new 20 and 50 Som denominations.
The updated series preserves portraits of Kyrgyz cultural figures and important national landmarks while introducing a new three-level security system designed to meet modern banking standards.
Technical Specifications
- Country: Kyrgyzstan
- Denomination: 100 Som
- Year: 2024
- Series: Fifth Series
- Condition: Uncirculated (UNC)
- Issuer: National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic
- Currency: Kyrgyzstani Som (KGS)
- Material: Cotton paper
- Dimensions: 132 × 63 mm
- Predominant Colour: Blue
Obverse
The obverse features:
- Portrait of Toktogul Satylganov (1864–1933)
- National Bank inscriptions
- Denomination numerals
- Traditional Kyrgyz ornamental motifs
- Serial numbers
Toktogul Satylganov was one of Kyrgyzstan’s greatest akyns (folk poets), composers and thinkers. His poetry and musical works remain central to Kyrgyz cultural heritage.
Reverse
The reverse depicts:
- Toktogul Hydroelectric Power Station
- Reservoir and surrounding mountain landscape
- Traditional ornamental patterns
- Large denomination numerals
The Toktogul Hydroelectric Power Station, located on the Naryn River, is the largest hydroelectric facility in Kyrgyzstan and plays a vital role in the country’s electricity production and water management.
Security Features
- Multi-tone watermark of Toktogul Satylganov
- Micro-optic security thread
- Colour-shifting ink with moving double-ring effect (exclusive to the 100 Som denomination)
- See-through registration device
- Raised intaglio printing
- Tactile marks for the visually impaired
- Iridescent stripe on the reverse
- Latent denomination image and microprinting
Why Add This Banknote to Your Collection?
The Kyrgyzstan 100 Som 2024 combines advanced security technology with the country’s literary and engineering heritage. Its vibrant blue design and sophisticated anti-counterfeiting features make it one of the most attractive modern banknotes issued in Central Asia.
Perfect for:
- Kyrgyzstan banknote collections
- Central Asian currencies
- Modern world banknotes
- Hydroelectric and engineering-themed collections
- New banknote issues
- UNC world paper money collections
Collector’s Note
The 100 Som is the highest denomination released in the February 2024 update of Kyrgyzstan’s Fifth Series. It is also the only denomination in the series to feature an advanced colour-shifting optically variable ink with a moving double-ring effect, making it one of the most technically sophisticated circulating banknotes produced by the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic.
