
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 silver coin of Kazakhstan "Olympic Games 2008. Boxing" is dedicated to one of the most spectacular and respected sports, which has traditionally held an important place in the history of the nation’s performances on the international stage. The issue reflects the country’s interest in the Olympic movement and emphasizes the importance of boxing as a discipline that requires strength, precision, endurance, and tactical thinking. The coin belongs to a sports-themed series related to the 2008 Olympic Games and conveys the spirit of competition, the pursuit of victory, and respect for athletic achievement. It was struck in .925 silver, has a face value of 100 tenge, weighs 31.10 g, and has a diameter of 38.61 mm. This issue is of interest both to collectors and to those who appreciate commemorative coins dedicated to sport and Olympic symbolism.