Description

Engraver: Robert Kalina

Obverse

Depicts the map and national emblem of Azerbaijan in the center, country name above, value and issue date below.

The national emblem of Azerbaijan blends both traditional and contemporary symbols. At its core, the emblem features a stylized flame, representing Azerbaijan's enduring natural wealth in oil and gas, earning it the moniker "land of eternal fire."

The emblem is adorned with a crossed sheaf of wheat and an oak branch. Wheat symbolizes abundance in Azerbaijan, with wheat bread being a staple food. Meanwhile, the oak tree stands as a symbol of power and youth over time.

AZƏRBAYCAN RESPUBLİKASI
5 QƏPİK
2023

Reverse

Depicts the Maiden Tower, denomination below.

The Maiden Tower is a 12th-century monument in the Old City, Baku, Azerbaijan. It is one of Azerbaijan's most distinctive national emblems and is thus featured on Azerbaijani currency notes and official letterheads.

The Maiden Tower houses a museum, which presents the story of the historic evolution of Baku city. It also has a gift shop. The view from the roof takes in the alleys and minarets of the Old City, the Baku Boulevard, the house of Isa bek Hajinski and a wide vista of the Baku Bay.

There are various mysteries and legends related to Baku Maiden Tower. However, the main mystery is the Tower's design and purpose. Meanwhile, there are up to 20 legends related to Baku Maiden Tower. A large number of them are connected to the Islamic and Medieval periods of Baku's history. But others are rooted deeply in Azerbaijan's Zoroastrian or pre-Islamic history, religion, and culture. Probably, the most famous legend is that of the fiery-haired virgin girl who saved Baku's people from slavery. Indeed, some epics became a subject for scenarios for ballets and theatre plays. The Maiden Tower (ballet) is a world-class Azerbaijani ballet created by Afrasiyab Badalbeyli in 1940.

5 QƏPİK

Edge

5 Qapik

KM# 104
Characteristics
Material Copper Plated Steel
Weight 4.85 g
Diameter 19.75 mm
Thickness 2 mm
Shape round
Alignment Medal
Mint
Austrian Mint

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Copper Plated Steel, 4.85 g, ⌀ 19.75 mm