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...
Soyuz-Apollo (185) 500 tenge 1.33 oz Proof Казахстан
Specifications
- Series
- SPACE - KAZAKHSTAN
- Country
- Казахстан
- Denomination
- 500 ₸
- Metal
- Silver 925
- Mass
- 1.35oz (41.4 g)
- Diameter
- 38.61
- Mintage
- 4
- Quality
- Proof
- Year
- 2009
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The commemorative coin of Kazakhstan is dedicated to the Soyuz-Apollo program, which became an important milestone in the history of world space exploration. The joint experimental flight of the Soviet Soyuz 19 spacecraft and the American Apollo spacecraft became a symbol of scientific cooperation between the two countries during a period when such projects had special international significance. The docking in orbit and the joint operations demonstrated new possibilities for cooperation in space and paved the way for future international missions. The 500 ₸ coin is struck in .925 silver and weighs 41.40 g. This issue highlights the contribution of space programs to the development of science and technology and to strengthening dialogue between nations.
