Mir Space Station (500)-Reverse
Mir Space Station (500)-Averse

Space Station Mir 500 tenge 1.33 oz Proof Казахстан

Specifications

Country
Казахстан
Denomination
500 ₸
Metal
Silver 925
Mass
1.35oz (41.4 g)
Diameter
38.61
Mintage
5000
Quality
Proof
Year
2012

The 500 ₸ silver coin (Ag 925), weighing 41.40 g, features an image of the Mir space station, one of the most renowned projects in the history of human spaceflight. The station became an important milestone in international scientific cooperation and for a long time served as a unique laboratory in Earth orbit. Mir operated from 1986 to 2001, and research was conducted on board in the fields of medicine, biology, physics, and technologies related to human life in space. The release of this coin highlights the importance of space exploration for Kazakhstan, which is closely connected with space activities through Baikonur and its participation in major space programs.

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