Transcaucasian currency after the Bolshevik Revolution begins to show inflation (and doubts as to the viability of a semi-autonomous Georgian state). www.uncorneredmarket.com/2007/12/in-opium-we-trust-ponder...
The back of this Central Asian note (issued 1919 after the Bolshevik Revolution, but prior to the full consolidation of the Soviet Union) indicates that the note is backed by opium in the national reserves. Though gold is pretty strong these days, we suppose some might favor return to the opium standard. www.uncorneredmarket.com/2007/12/in-opium-we-trust-ponder...
Audrey and our guide take the lead on the ride from Kyzart village to Song Kul Lake, Kyrgyzstan. The horse trek was organized by CBT Kochkor. Read more about Kyrgyzstan's sights and cities and our Ramadan feast at Song Kul Lake. © www.uncorneredmarket.com
