150TH ANNIVERSARY OF ABAY KUNANBAEV - COINS OF KAZAKHSTAN

150TH ANNIVERSARY OF ABAI KUNANBAYEV - KAZAKHSTAN

In 1995, Kazakhstan issued a series of commemorative silver coins celebrating the 150th Anniversary of the eminent Kazakh poet Abai Kunanbayev. This marked the introduction of the country’s first series of silver coins produced in proof quality, crafted by the Austrian Mint. The designs, developed by local artists, have garnered significant acclaim from international experts. The coins feature elements inspired by Abai's literary works and various stages of his life, reflecting the poet's enduring legacy as a national symbol of pride.