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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: it is dedicated to the outstanding Ukrainian writer, translator, and teacher - Ivan Semenovich Levitsky (literary pseudonyms I. Nechuy-Levytsky).
Obverse
The obverse side is built as a holistic scenography, where state symbols are combined with images of the issue theme. At the bottom on the left side - the year of minting of the coin 2018. The obverse of the coin is clearly visible: in the upper part - the small State Emblem of Ukraine, on the right side on the mirror surface - a portrait of I. Nechuy-Levytsky, next to which - a stylized umbrella (his invariable attribute), resembling a writer's pen, on the left side: the denomination of the coin 2/HRVNY, the mark of the Banknote and Mint of the National Bank of Ukraine. Inscriptions around the circle: UKRAINE (in the upper part on the left side), on the right side - IVAN NECHUIY-LEVYTSKY 1838 - 1918. 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. The trademark of the NBU Banknote and Mint emphasizes the official origin of the issue.
Reverse
The reverse side reveals the main image of the issue in expressive relief and multi-layered composition. On the reverse of the coin, a stylized composition is noticeably visible on the mirror surface: the tree of life, on both sides of which there are jugs from which water flows, nourishing the tree in a circle - the writer's statement: A MAN WITHOUT NATIONALITY IS LIKE A TREE WITHOUT ROOTS: IT WILL WRINKLE AND DRY. The careful relief and balance of the fields add to the product a collector's expressiveness. The texture of the field shows noticeable relief transitions: from thin strokes to deeper areas that catch the light beautifully when the coin is turned.
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 be an appropriate gift and a warm accent to the collection. It fits well with the collection and looks festive in the case.