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The commemorative coin conveys the idea of the issue through symbols, relief and expressive composition, which is pleasant to look at. The plot and design details emphasize the theme: a set of three commemorative coins `State Symbols of Ukraine` is dedicated to the main attributes of the state, the symbols of Ukraine, which embody the national idea and reflect the state's history.
Obverse
On the obverse, the composition is readable at first glance: the official attributes of the state and the details of the plot work as a single whole. On the left side, the inscriptions: 2022/UKRAINE/5 and the graphic symbol of the hryvnia/OUR/COAT of Arms of the obverse of the coin “Our Flag” are noticeable: in the upper part – the small State Emblem of Ukraine on the left side, the inscriptions: 2022/UKRAINE/5 and the graphic symbol of the hryvnia/OUR/ANTHEM and the sign of the Banknote and Mint of the National Bank of Ukraine /OLEKSANDR OLES and the sign of the Banknote and Mint of the National Bank of Ukraine against the background of the rays – the stylized Sign of the Princely State of Volodymyr the Great, the image of which reproduces the scheme of constructing a trident sign of the Banknote and Mint of the National Bank of Ukraine (below). The careful relief and balance of the fields add to the product a collectible expressiveness. The state emblem in the composition sets the official tone and balances the decorative elements. The corporate emblem of the NBU Banknote and Mint emphasizes the official origin of the issue.
Reverse
The reverse is the central story of the coin: the symbols are arranged so that the plot "comes alive" under different angles of light. Below the inscription – OUR SOUL, the inscriptions are visible: the lines of the anthem – WE WILL PUT SOUL AND BODY FOR OUR FREEDOM/AND SHOW THAT WE, BROTHERS, ARE OF THE COSSACK KIN (arc over the Cossack) – words relevant to today the reverse of the coin “Our Anthem” in the frame of rays shows the Cossack Mamai under the trunk of an oak tree – the image of a free man, defender, warrior, traveler, skilled rider – as the personification of the mentality of Ukrainians, as a symbol of the eternal defender of Ukraine, supplemented by modern realities – instead of a saber, a modern weapon hangs on the oak tree on the left side the inscription – OUR ROOTS the reverse of the coin “Our Banner” in the frame of rays shows a stylized bird decorated with ornaments, which holds a bunch of viburnum and symbolizes the Ukrainian soul in its desire for freedom and independence OUR MOTTO (on the right side of the Cossack). On the reverse of the coin “Our Coat of Arms” framed by rays, a composition of tridents is noticeable, symbolizing our historical heritage – from the origins, the two-toothed sword of Svyatoslav the Brave, signs on gold and silver coins, through the signs of the period of the Liberation Struggles of 1917–1921 to the modern symbol of the state (latent image). The careful relief and balance of the fields add to the product a collector's expressiveness. The state emblem in the composition sets the official tone and balances the decorative elements.
Historical context
The plot of the coin is tied to an event or image that is important for Ukrainian memory. Such issues become small “time capsules”: they preserve the emotion of the moment, a cultural sign and recognizable symbolism for future generations. It will become an appropriate gift and a warm accent of the collection. Fits well with the collection and looks festive in the case.