The commemorative coin conveys the idea of the issue through symbols, relief and expressive composition, which is pleasant to look at. The plot and details of the design emphasize the theme: dedicated to the centennial anniversary of one of the largest museums in Ukraine, the cultural center of the Slobozhan region and eastern Ukraine. Every year the institution receives more than 200 thousand visitors.
Obverse
The obverse presents the theme through a combination of state symbols, inscriptions and finely thought-out relief. The sign of the Banknote and Mint of the National Bank of Ukraine (on the right side) on the obverse of the coin is noticeable: a small State Emblem of Ukraine, above which is the inscription UKRAINE in an arc, a composition: stylized trees crowned with fruits, symbolizing spiritual and material culture, on the right side and on the left side of which are vertical stripes resembling the facade of a modern museum building, below on the mirror surface is the year of minting 2020 (between the trees) denomination – 5/HRYVEN (against the background of a stylized painting). 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 company logo 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. F F Sumtsov and the inscriptions: 100/YEARS (in the upper part), KHARKIV HISTORICAL MUSEUM (above the portrait in an arc), NAMES/ M The reverse of the coin has a noticeably stylized composition: on the left side and on the right side the facades of the museum buildings of different periods are shown, in the center there is a decorative arch, in which the portrait of M SUMTSOV is shown (below on a matted field). 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.