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...
QURAQ KORPE (Patchwork Quilt) 500 tenge 1 oz Proof Казахстан
Specifications
- Country
- Казахстан
- Denomination
- 500 ₸
- Metal
- Silver 925
- Mass
- 1oz (31.1 g)
- Diameter
- 38.61
- Mintage
- 1500
- Quality
- Proof
- Year
- 2019
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Patchwork Quilt
The reverse of the coin features the traditional Kazakh qurak korpe, a handmade patchwork quilt composed of multicolored fabric pieces and decorated with national ornaments. This item holds an important place in the everyday culture of the Kazakh people and is regarded not only as part of the home interior, but also as a symbol of comfort, care, and hospitality. In Kazakh tradition, the qurak korpe is associated with the well-being of the family, the continuity of generations, and a respectful attitude toward the heritage of ancestors. The 500 ₸ coin is struck in .925 silver and weighs 31.10 g. The artistic design emphasizes the decorative richness of the patterns and conveys the significance of this artifact as one of the recognizable symbols of Kazakhstan’s folk art.
