
Coin collecting for beginners
Proof vs UNC: the difference using KOKBORI as an example
On the left is the 2023 KOKBORI in Proof, and on the right is the same coin in UNC. Both are struck in 999.9 fine silver, weigh 31.10 g and have a face...


The commemorative coin of Kazakhstan, “Kyz Uzatu,” is dedicated to one of the most important wedding rituals of the Kazakh people, associated with seeing the bride off to the groom’s home. This tradition reflects respect for family, the continuity of generations, and the importance of family values in the national culture. The issue continues a series devoted to the rituals and national games of Kazakhstan, conveying the distinctive features of the traditional way of life through an artistic design. The coin has a face value of 100 tenge, is made of cupronickel, and weighs 11.17 grams. It is of interest both to collectors and to those who appreciate subjects related to the history, ethnography, and cultural heritage of Kazakhstan.