The commemorative 1000 ₸ coin of Kazakhstan is dedicated to the image of the “Golden Man,” one of the country’s most famous archaeological discoveries. This name refers to the remains of a Saka warrior found in the Issyk burial mound in the Almaty Region during excavations in 1969–1970 led by archaeologist K. A. Akishev. The find became especially renowned because of the richly decorated costume adorned with gold elements, which became important evidence of the high culture and artistic traditions of the ancient nomads. The coin is struck in .9999 gold and weighs 7.78 g. This issue is dedicated to a significant historical symbol of Kazakhstan, associated with the nation’s heritage, statehood, and the continuity of the cultural values of steppe civilization.
