200 000 Karbovantsiv (Modern Olympics) 1996 front 200 000 Karbovantsiv (Modern Olympics) 1996 back
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200 000 Karbovantsiv Modern Olympics

1996 year
Copper-nickel 14.35 g 33 mm
Description
Issuer
Ukraine
Issuing bank
National Bank of Ukraine (Національний банк України)
Period
Republic (1991-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1996
Value
200 000 Karbovantsiv (200 000 карбованців) (200 000&nbspUAK)
Currency
Karbovanets (1992-1996)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
14.35 g
Diameter
33 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
16 September 1996
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#6495
Rarity index
27%

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

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 200 000 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 great example of how numismatics can be used to celebrate and honor a country's cultural heritage.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1996  100000 - - - - - -

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