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...
SHASHU 500 tenge 0.77 oz Proof Казахстан
Specifications
- Country
- Казахстан
- Denomination
- 500 ₸
- Metal
- Silver 925
- Mass
- 0.75oz (24 g)
- Diameter
- 37.00
- Mintage
- 3000
- Quality
- Proof
- Year
- 2017
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The 500 ₸ silver coin is dedicated to the ancient Kazakh ritual of Shashu, associated with joyful and significant events in the life of a family and community. During this tradition, guests and participants in celebrations are showered with sweets and treats as a symbol of good wishes, abundance, and well-being. Shashu accompanies weddings, the birth of a child, the return of loved ones, and other important occasions, emphasizing festivity and unity. Struck in 925 silver and weighing 24.00 g with a diameter of 37 mm, the coin highlights the cultural importance of this tradition and serves as a reminder of the careful preservation of Kazakhstan’s folk customs. This issue reflects a commitment to national heritage and the desire to preserve for future generations the rituals that shape the country’s historical memory and unique identity.
