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Coins of Ukraine
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 the "Sea Baby" unmanned surface vessel, developed by specialists of the Security Service of Ukraine to carry out combat missions in the Black Sea. The coin continues the series devoted to Ukrainian defense technologies and their developers.
Obverse
The obverse is built as a coherent stage design, where state emblems are combined with imagery of the issue’s theme. It bears a stylized trident that compositionally continues into the image of the "Sea Baby" naval drone in motion. At the top are the Small State Coat of Arms of Ukraine, the inscription UKRAINE and the year of minting 2026; below are the logo of the Banknote and Coin Mint of the National Bank of Ukraine, the denomination 5 and the graphic hryvnia symbol. Careful relief and balanced fields lend the piece collector-grade expressiveness. The state emblem sets an official tone within the composition and balances the decorative elements.
Reverse
The reverse reveals the main image of the issue in expressive relief and a dynamic composition. On it the "Sea Baby" drone cuts through the waves of the Black Sea; at the top is the logo of the Security Service of Ukraine, and the inscription SEA BABY is rendered in the style of stencilled military marking, with the letter Y stylized as the Victory gesture — a symbol of triumph. 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. The first prototypes of the "Sea Baby" drone appeared in 2022, and since then it has become one of the best-known examples of Ukrainian innovation in unmanned technology. Thanks to its modular design, the vessel can be fitted with various types of weaponry for specific missions without risk to the lives of servicemembers — from strikes on enemy ships to remote mining and hitting coastal infrastructure. 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.
