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This commemorative coin conveys the idea of the issue through symbols, relief and an expressive composition that is a pleasure to examine. The subject and design details underscore the theme: dedicated to Ukrainian military specialists — participants in many peacekeeping missions. Since 1992, nearly 40,000 Ukrainian servicemembers have taken part in international peacekeeping operations. The coin belongs to the "Armed Forces of Ukraine" series.
Obverse
The obverse is built as a coherent stage design, where state emblems are combined with the generalized imagery of the issue’s theme. It bears the Small State Coat of Arms of Ukraine, above which is the inscription UKRAINE; against a mirror background is a stylized composition: against the model of a globe, the continents are depicted, with the denomination 10 / HRYVNIAS below. On the left is the year of minting 2019, on the right the logo of the Banknote and Coin Mint of the National Bank of Ukraine; above, in a semicircle, is the inscription TO PARTICIPANTS IN COMBAT OPERATIONS ON THE TERRITORY OF OTHER STATES. Careful relief and balanced fields lend the piece collector-grade expressiveness. The state emblem sets an official tone within the composition and balances the elements. The hallmark of the NBU Banknote and Coin Mint emphasizes the official origin of the issue.
Reverse
The reverse reveals the main image of the issue in expressive relief and a spare composition. Framed by a floral ornament, against a mirror background, are the inscriptions DUTY / VALOR / MEMORY. Careful relief and balanced fields lend the piece collector-grade expressiveness. In the texture of the field, relief transitions are visible: from fine strokes to deeper plateaus that beautifully catch the light as the coin is turned.
Historical context
The coin’s subject is tied to an event or image important to Ukrainian memory. A distinct group of combat veterans consists of military specialists experienced in peacekeeping operations in Vietnam, Syria, Angola, Mozambique, Egypt and other countries; the coin was put into circulation on 26 December 2019 as part of the "Armed Forces of Ukraine" series. Such issues become little "time capsules": they preserve the emotion of the moment, a cultural marker and recognizable symbolism for future generations. A fitting gift and a warm accent for any collection. It fits a collection well and looks festive in a case.
