LONG-SPINED HEDGEHOG 50 tenge Uncirculated Казахстан
Specifications
- Series
- WILDLIFE OF KAZAKHSTAN
- Country
- Казахстан
- Denomination
- 50 ₸
- Metal
- Neyzilber
- Mass
- 0.38oz (11.2 g)
- Diameter
- 31.00
- Mintage
- 100000
- Quality
- Uncirculated
- Year
- 2013
The 50 ₸ coin of Kazakhstan is dedicated to the long-spined hedgehog and is part of the "Wildlife of Kazakhstan" series. This issue continues the thematic line introducing representatives of the country’s fauna and highlighting the importance of preserving natural biodiversity. The long-spined hedgehog is known as a rare and distinctive species inhabiting arid regions, and its appearance on the coin reflects an interest in animals connected with the region’s natural heritage. The coin was issued in 2013 and is struck in nickel silver, with a weight of 11.17 g. Its artistic design follows the traditional style of commemorative issues of this kind: the animal is placed at the center of attention and depicted in a recognizable and expressive manner. The coin is of interest both to collectors of Kazakh issues and to those who focus on wildlife conservation themes in numismatics.
