Inhabitants of the Sea Depths — Set of Two Commemorative Coins

Imagine the endless blue of the Black and Azov Seas, where sunlight plays on the surface while below hides a mysterious, wonder-filled world. It is a world filled with the gentle sound of waves, a fresh salty wind, and a light breeze that evoke an incomparable feeling of peace and exaltation. Amazing living organisms inhabit this enchanting underwater kingdom, and the unique flora and fauna of the Ukrainian seas inspire the creation of true masterpieces. Among these, an exceptional place is held by exceptional numismatic treasures from the National Bank of Ukraine — the sets of commemorative coins from the "Flora and Fauna of Ukraine" series entitled "Inhabitants of the Sea Depths."

Inhabitants of the Sea Depths — 2025

Diving into the amazing atmosphere of Ukraine's southern waters, where a soft salty wind brings the freshness of the sea breeze, the National Bank of Ukraine launched an enchanting series in 2025 within the framework of the "Flora and Fauna of Ukraine" project. This exquisite set of two commemorative coins in bright souvenir packaging is dedicated to the fragile ecosystem and unique biodiversity of our seas.

Each coin in the set has a nominal value of 5 hryvnias, is made of high-quality nickel silver (neysilber), and has a mintage of up to 50,000 pieces. The obverses of these works skillfully reproduce stylized outlines of the seas and the contours of adjacent Ukrainian territory using delicate relief horizontal lines that amazingly imitate the movement of waves, alongside state symbols. Meanwhile, the reverses reveal the unique beauty of the series' first heroes: the hermit crab as a symbol of the Black Sea's wealth, and the round goby, a characteristic inhabitant of the Azov expanses. Thanks to a combination of classical relief minting and modern artistic technologies, this set becomes a true pearl for collectors and a noble gift carrying the pure energy of the marine element.

Inhabitants of the Sea Depths — 2026

The continuation of this fascinating numismatic journey into the mysterious underwater world of the Ukrainian seas is embodied in the luxurious new set of 2026, which imparts a sensation of cool waves, deep tranquility, and aesthetic exaltation. This set also consists of two commemorative coins with a nominal value of 5 hryvnias each, issued in special souvenir packaging with a total mintage of up to 50,000 pieces made of durable nickel silver.

The obverses of both coins harmoniously combine traditional relief lines shaped like sea waves, the small State Coat of Arms of Ukraine, the denomination, and the year of minting. The main magic, however, lies on the reverses, where advanced color printing technologies bring new amazing creatures to life: the coin "Azov Sea. Mud Shrimp (Upogebia pusilla)" showcases two charming mud shrimp in gray and marsh colors among seagrass (Zostera) thickets, while the coin "Black Sea. Black Sea Scallop (Flexopecten ponticus)" enchants with three elegant mollusks in yellow-blue, orange, and white shades within their typical sandy biotope. Such an exquisite gift impresses with its detail and craftsmanship, transforming into a priceless symbol of wildlife beauty that will preserve warm memories and cultural value across decades.

These masterpieces of Ukrainian numismatics appear before us not merely as collectibles, but as noble and refined gifts and souvenirs that carry the warmth of the soul and cultural value, multiplying their significance over the years. To hold such coins in your hands is to feel the touch of eternity, the purity of the elements, and great art that will become the finest memory for centuries to come for your dearest people