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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: dedicated to the outstanding engineer, one of the pioneers of rocket and space technology and creators of the reusable rocket and space system `Energy - Buran`, Academician of the USSR - Valentin Glushko
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 right side: denomination - 2/HRVNI and year of minting of the coin - 2018. The obverse of the coin is notable: on the left side: small State Emblem of Ukraine, on the right side of which is the inscription: UKRAINE (vertically), under which - the sign of the Banknote and Mint of the National Bank of Ukraine in the center - a stylized composition: the rocket and space system `Energy - Buran` during takeoff. 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 corporate emblem of the Banknote and Mint of the NBU 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 to life" under different angles of light. The reverse of the coin shows a portrait of Valentyn Hlushko and the inscriptions below are clearly visible in an arc: VALENTYN HLUSHKO and the years of his life 1908 - 1989. The careful relief and balance of the fields add to the product a collectible expressiveness. The texture of the field shows noticeable relief transitions: from thin strokes to deeper areas that beautifully catch the light 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.