© National Bank of Ukraine
© National Bank of Ukraine
5 Hryven Bokorash
2009 year| Nickel brass (German silver) | 16.54 g | 35 mm |
| Issuer | Ukraine |
|---|---|
| Issuing bank | National Bank of Ukraine (Національний банк України) |
| Period | Republic (1991-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2009 |
| Value | 5 Hryven 5 UAH = USD 0.12 |
| Currency | Hryvnia (1996-date) |
| Composition | Nickel brass (German silver) |
| Weight | 16.54 g |
| Diameter | 35 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#18256 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 37% |
Reverse
There is depicted the figure of a bokorash with a tsapyna (pole) in the hands which is directing the raft downstream, on either side of him there are traditional Carpathian ornamental patterns; above, against the background in the form of a log butt end there is the legend БОКОРАШ (Bokorash).
Script: Cyrillic
Lettering: БОКОРАШ
Engravers: Anatolii Demianenko, Sviatoslav Ivanenko
Designers: Volodymyr Taran, Oleksandr Kharuk, Serhii Kharuk
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The coin is dedicated to the profession of the timber-floater or raftsman (in Ukrainian vernacular - bokorash) which required uncommon strength and skill. The logging was carried out in Polesia (Polissia) and in the Carpathians where this craft was widespread till the 50-ies of the last century.Interesting fact
The 5 Hryven (Bokorash) 2009 coin from Ukraine features a unique design that showcases the country's rich cultural heritage. The obverse side of the coin depicts a traditional Ukrainian folk instrument called the "Bandura," which is a stringed instrument that has been a symbol of Ukrainian culture for centuries. The reverse side of the coin features an image of a Cossack warrior, which is a nod to Ukraine's rich history and heritage. The coin's design serves as a reminder of Ukraine's rich cultural traditions and its commitment to preserving its history and heritage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 45000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Hryven (Bokorash) 2009 coin.
