Turkmenistan 1 Manat 2025 (2026) Pick 48 Polymer
The Turkmenistan 1 Manat Commemorative 2025 (2026) Pick 48 banknote was issued by the Central Bank of Turkmenistan on 1 December 2025 as part of a special polymer series marking the 30th Anniversary of Turkmenistan’s Permanent Neutrality. It is an updated version of the standard 1 Manat featuring a commemorative emblem and enhanced security features.
Presented in UNC (Uncirculated) condition, this note is one of the newest polymer issues from Central Asia and an excellent addition to modern world banknote collections.
Historical Background
In 1995, the United Nations officially recognized Turkmenistan’s status of Permanent Neutrality. To commemorate the 30th anniversary of this milestone, the Central Bank introduced a modified polymer series in 1, 5 and 10 Manat, together with a brand-new 200 Manat denomination. These notes bear the emblem of the “International Year of Peace and Trust” and feature upgraded security technology while retaining their familiar designs.
Technical Specifications
- Country: Turkmenistan
- Denomination: 1 Manat
- Year: 2025 (released 2026 in international collector markets)
- Issue Date: 1 December 2025
- Pick Number: P-48
- Condition: Uncirculated (UNC)
- Issuer: Central Bank of Turkmenistan
- Currency: New Manat (TMT)
- Material: Polymer
- Dimensions: 120 × 60 mm
- Commemorative Theme: 30th Anniversary of Permanent Neutrality
Obverse
The obverse features:
- Muhammet Togrul Beg Türkmen
- Coat of Arms of Turkmenistan
- Map of Turkmenistan
- 30th Anniversary of Permanent Neutrality commemorative logo
- Denomination numerals
- Serial numbers
Togrul Beg (c. 990–1063) founded the Seljuk Empire, one of the most influential Turkic empires of the medieval Islamic world, and is celebrated as one of Turkmenistan’s great historical figures.
Reverse
The reverse depicts:
- Türkmenbaşy International Seaport
- Caspian Sea maritime facilities
- Decorative security patterns
- Large denomination numerals
Opened in 2018, the Türkmenbaşy International Seaport is the largest port on the Caspian Sea and plays a strategic role in trade between Central Asia, the Caucasus and Europe. It symbolizes Turkmenistan’s modern transport infrastructure and economic development.
Security Features
- Polymer substrate
- Transparent security window
- Enhanced anti-counterfeiting elements
- Fine microprinting
- Advanced intaglio printing
- UV security features
- Serial numbering
- Improved visual authentication devices
Why Add This Banknote to Your Collection?
The Turkmenistan 1 Manat Commemorative 2025 Pick 48 Polymer UNC banknote is the first commemorative version of the modern 1 Manat issued to celebrate 30 years of Permanent Neutrality. Its polymer substrate, commemorative logo and modern security technology make it one of the most interesting contemporary banknotes from Central Asia.
Perfect for:
- Turkmenistan banknote collections
- Central Asian currency collections
- Commemorative banknotes
- Polymer banknotes
- Modern world paper money
- UNC banknote collections
Collector’s Note
The Pick 48 is the first commemorative polymer 1 Manat issued for the 30th Anniversary of Permanent Neutrality. Together with the 5 Manat (P49), 10 Manat (P50) and the new 200 Manat denomination, it forms the special 2025 commemorative series, making it an essential issue for collectors of modern Turkmen banknotes.
