God Byka (500)-Reverse
God Byka (500)-Averse

Year of the Ox 500 tenge 1 oz Proof Казахстан

Specifications

Country
Казахстан
Denomination
500 ₸
Metal
Silver 925
Mass
1oz (31.1 g)
Diameter
38.61
Mintage
2000
Quality
Proof
Year
2020

The 500 ₸ silver coin was issued by the National Bank of Kazakhstan as part of the Oriental Calendar series and is dedicated to the Year of the Ox. This program is known for its use of imagery from the Eastern zodiac cycle, which has acquired a distinctive artistic interpretation in Kazakh numismatics. The coin is struck in .925 silver and weighs 31.10 g. This issue is of interest both to collectors of thematic series and to those who collect commemorative coins of Kazakhstan featuring calendar animal symbolism. The Ox is traditionally associated with stability, diligence, and inner strength, so such issues are often regarded not only as collectible pieces but also as memorable gifts with symbolic meaning.

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