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What PROOF and UNC Mean for Coins
The condition and quality of a coin’s strike directly affect its collectible and investment appeal. Descriptions often include the labels PROOF and UNC,...


The commemorative coin BALQASH ALABUǴASY is dedicated to one of the distinctive representatives of Kazakhstan’s ichthyofauna, the Balkhash perch, which inhabits the Lake Balkhash basin. The issue continues the series devoted to the country’s wildlife and draws attention to the need for careful protection of rare and valuable species. The design features a vivid natural image that conveys the characteristics of this fish and its connection to the region’s unique ecosystem. The coin is struck in .925 silver, has a face value of 1,000 tenge, and weighs 100 grams. Thanks to its combination of artistic concept and environmental theme, it is of interest both to collectors and to those interested in Kazakhstan’s natural heritage.