500 Tenge (Year of the Dog) 2018 front 500 Tenge (Year of the Dog) 2018 back
500 Tenge (Year of the Dog) 2018 photo
© National Bank of Kazakhstan

500 Tenge Year of the Dog

2018 year
Silver (.925) 31.1 g 38.61 mm
Description
Issuer
Kazakhstan
Period
Republic (1991-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2018
Value
500 Tenge 500 KZT = USD 1.03
Currency
Tenge (1993-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
31.1 g
Diameter
38.61 mm
Thickness
2.7 mm
Shape
Dodecagonal (12-sided)
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#120330
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

On the reverse side of the coins in the central part, a dog is depicted - a symbol of 2018 on the eastern calendar and the logo of the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan is located. On the perimeter of the coin there is a wide frosted edging on which there is a die with the inscription "2018" on the circumference, the inscription "ШЫҒЫС КҮНТІЗБЕСI" in the official language, "ВОСТОЧНЫЙ КАЛЕНДАРЬ" in Russian and "ORIENTAL CALENDAR" in English. On the inside of the matted edge are the remaining eleven symbols of the eastern calendar.

Lettering: 2018 ШЫҒЫС КҮНТІЗБЕСI • ВОСТОЧНЫЙ КАЛЕНДАРЬ • ORIENTAL CALENDAR

Translation:
2018
ORIENTAL CALENDAR

Edge

Plain

Comment

Date of issue 09.08.2017

Interesting fact

The interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that showcases a dog's head, which is a symbol of loyalty and devotion in many cultures, and is particularly significant in the context of the Year of the Dog. The coin's design also incorporates other elements such as the Kazakhstan's national emblem, the sun, and the steppe eagle, which adds to its cultural and artistic value.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2018  3000 - - - - - -

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