Uzbekistan Banknotes Catalog

The history of banknotes in Uzbekistan reflects the country's economic and political evolution since its independence in 1991. Since then, Uzbekistan has undergone several changes in its currency, moving from the Soviet ruble to the Uzbek som, with various banknote issues representing its national and cultural identity.

Current banknotes in circulation

Uzbekistan currently uses the Uzbek som as its official currency. Banknotes in circulation include denominations of 1,000, 5,000, 10,000, 20,000, 50,000 and 100,000 som. These banknotes feature modern designs that highlight Uzbek architecture, culture and historical figures. For example, the 50,000 som bill shows the Ulugh Beg Observatory in Samarkand, while the 100,000 som note features the Palace of Foros in Tashkent.

Old banknotes and evolution

After independence, Uzbekistan introduced its first own banknotes in 1994, with denominations ranging from 1 to 100 som. These early banknotes featured simpler designs and reflected the country's transition. An important milestone in Uzbek notafilia was the introduction of higher denomination banknotes in 2001, including the 1,000 som bill. In 2013, the 5,000 som bill was issued, and in 2017, the 50,000 som note was issued, reflecting inflation and the country's economic growth. Each new issue has incorporated more advanced security measures to prevent counterfeiting.