2 000 000 Karbovantsiv (Modern Olympics) 1996 front 2 000 000 Karbovantsiv (Modern Olympics) 1996 back
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2 000 000 Karbovantsiv Modern Olympics

1996 year
Silver (.925) 33.63 g 38.61 mm
Description
Issuer
Ukraine
Issuing bank
National Bank of Ukraine (Національний банк України)
Period
Republic (1991-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1996
Value
2 000 000 Karbovantsiv (2 000 000 карбованців) (2 000 000&nbspUAK)
Currency
Karbovanets (1992-1996)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
33.63 g
Diameter
38.61 mm
Thickness
3.28 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
16 September 1996
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#22167
Rarity index
79%

Reverse

There is a fragment of ancient column with Olympic flame over its capital. Above the flame there is an inscription 1896-1996 - dates of the І and XXVI Modern Olympic Games, as well as the emblem of the National Olympic Committee of Ukraine. Above, to the column left, there is a four line inscription 100-РІЧЧЯ ОЛІМПІЙСЬКИХ ІГОР СУЧАСНОСТІ, underneath - conventionalized leaves of laurels. Coin ground is made up of lines, symbolizing stadium tracks.

Script: Cyrillic

Lettering:
100-РІЧЧЯ ОЛІМПІЙСЬКИХ ІГОР СУЧАСНОСТІ
1896-1996

Engraver: Robert Kotowicz

Designers: Volodymyr Taran, Oleksandr Kharuk, Serhii Kharuk

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Commemorative coin is dedicated to Centennial of Modern Olympic Games.

Interesting fact

The 2 000 000 Karbovantsiv (Modern Olympics) 1996 coin from Ukraine features a unique design that showcases the country's rich history and culture. The coin's obverse side features a depiction of the ancient Ukrainian city of Chernihiv, which was an important center of trade and culture in the medieval period. The reverse side of the coin features a stylized image of a runner, symbolizing the spirit of competition and athleticism that is at the heart of the Olympic Games. This coin is a beautiful representation of Ukraine's rich history and its commitment to the values of the Olympic movement.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1996  10000 - - - - - -

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