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What PROOF and UNC Mean for Coins
The condition and quality of a coin’s strike directly affect its collectible and investment appeal. Descriptions often include the labels PROOF and UNC,...


The 500 tenge commemorative coin is struck in .925 silver and weighs 62.20 grams. The issue marks the 25th anniversary of Kazakhstan’s national currency and reflects an important milestone in the history of the country’s monetary circulation. A distinctive feature of this piece is the use of modern design technologies: for the first time, double-sided gilding and digital printing were applied in its production. Set against a glossy field is the image of the 1 tenge coin, which marks the beginning of the coin series of independent Kazakhstan. This artistic concept emphasizes the continuity of the monetary system and the symbolic importance of the first tenge issues for the state. The coin is of interest as a commemorative numismatic issue connected with the history of the formation of the national currency.