The coin honors the defense force and the people who keep the country going — restrained and very expressive. The plot and design details emphasize the theme: dedicated to the first domestic long-range weapon system with a turbojet engine, which is designed for high-precision strikes by the Armed Forces of Ukraine on strategic objects.
Obverse
The obverse is built as a holistic scenography, where state symbols are combined with images of the issue theme. In the upper part of the composition are the inscription UKRAINE, the denomination 5 and the graphic sign of the hryvnia, the year of minting the coin - 2026 at the bottom. On the left side, the sign of the Banknote and Mint of the National Bank of Ukraine is visible. The obverse of the coin shows a stylized silhouette of the “Palyanytsya” drone missile striking a snake. The plasticity of the lines and strict inscriptions give the design a sense of composure, and the plot sounds like a sign of gratitude and strength. The trademark of the NBU Banknote and Mint emphasizes the official origin of the issue. 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.
Reverse
The reverse side reveals the main image of the issue in expressive relief and multi-layered composition. The reverse of the coin shows an attack by a Ukrainian long-range drone missile on an object of the fuel and energy complex of the aggressor country. In the upper part is the inscription PALYANYTSYA. The plasticity of the lines and strict inscriptions give the design a sense of composure, and the plot sounds like a sign of gratitude and strength. 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 coin reminds of the modern defense of Ukraine and of the people and structures that maintain the security of the country every day. The symbolism of emblems, slogans and equipment captures recent history as a memory of professionalism, discipline and the price of freedom. 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.