Ukraine Coins
The official currency of Ukraine is the hryvna, introduced in 1996 following the country's independence. Ukrainian numismatics reflect a rich history and culture, with issues commemorating important events and prominent figures of the nation.
Monetary history
Prior to the hryvna, Ukraine used the karbovanets as a transitional currency between 1992 and 1996. Previously, as part of the Soviet Union, the Soviet ruble circulated. The monetary history of the region dates back to medieval times, with the use of silver hryvnas in Kievan Rus, which inspired the name of the current currency.
Numismatic milestones
Ukraine has issued numerous commemorative coins since its independence. Of particular note are series dedicated to the Olympic Games, historical figures such as Yaroslav the Wise, and events such as the anniversary of independence. In 2011, the National Bank of Ukraine won the prestigious Vicenza Numismatica award for its 20th anniversary of independence commemorative coin, recognizing the quality and design of its issues.
| Country | Ukraine |
| Flag | |
| Coin | Ukrainian hryvnia (UAH) |
| 1€ | 44,51₴ |
| Continent | Europa |
| Capital city | Kiev |
| ISO2 | UA |
| ISO3 | UKR |
| Catalogued coins | 304 |
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The most valuable coins
The most valuable Ukraine coins and sought after by collectors according to Foronum statistics are the following:
The valuation of these coins has been achieved through a meticulous algorithm that considers the current market, taking into account aspects such as material, weight, diameter, edge, year of mintage, mint of manufacture and the number of coins produced. Coins with limited mintages and in good condition are usually among the most valuable.
Coin Catalog
5 hryvni (A drop of life)
5 hryven (Ivan Marchuk's Pliontanism)
5 hryven (The undisputed)
10 hryven (Medical Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine)
5 hryven (Stork 100)
5 hryven (Ornek. A Crimean Tatar ornament)
10 hryven (Pliontanism of Ivan Marchuk)
10 hryven (State Special Transportation Service)
1 hryvnia (Vladimir The Great)
5 hryven (Hetman of Ukraine, Bogdan Jmelnitski)
5 hryven (The land of superheroes)
10 hryven (A drop of life)
10 hryven (Communications and Cybersecurity Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine)
10 hryven (Ornek. A Crimean Tatar ornament)
2 hryvni (Yaroslav The Wise)
2 hryvni (175th anniversary of the birth of Olena Pchilka)
10 hryven (Ivan Mazepa)
5 hryven (100th anniversary of the birth of Sergei Parajanov)
5 hryven (Parliamentary democracy)
5 hryven (Parental happiness)
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