Issued by the Central Bank of Turkmenistan in 1993, this 20 Manat banknote forms part of the first national currency series released after the country’s independence following the dissolution of the Soviet Union. These early notes symbolize the establishment of Turkmenistan’s sovereign monetary system.
The obverse displays national symbols, denomination numerals, and intricate guilloche patterns, with inscriptions in Turkmen, reflecting the transitional design style of the early post-Soviet period.
The reverse features architectural, cultural, or symbolic motifs associated with Turkmenistan, framed by ornamental designs typical of the initial Manat banknote issues.
Issuer: Central Bank of Turkmenistan
Denomination: 20 Manat
Year: 1993
Dimensions: Approx. 140 × 70 mm
Material: Paper
Security features: Watermark, guilloche patterns
