3605) 50th Anniversary of The Airport Riga, Latvia: A postage stamp issued by Latvijas Pastas (Latvian Post) celebrates the milestone: Date/Year of Stamp issue: 03.12.2024:

3605) 50th Anniversary of The Airport Riga, Latvia: A postage stamp issued by Latvijas Pastas (Latvian Post) celebrates the milestone: Date/Year of Stamp issue: 03.12.2024:

The airport was built in 1973 as an alternative to Spilve Airport, which had become outdated. It is a state-owned joint-stock company, with the owner of all shares being the government of Latvia. The holder of the state capital share is Latvia's Ministry of Transport.

In March 1995, Uzbekistan Airways began a flight from Tashkent to New York City that stopped in Riga. The carrier operated the service with an Airbus A310. Due to poor demand, the airline rerouted it through Amsterdam three months later.

Renovation and modernisation of the airport was completed in 2001, coinciding with the 800th anniversary of the founding of the city. 

Uzbekistan Airways moved the stop on its New York service back to Riga in October 2004. It employed Boeing 767s on the route. Closer ties between Uzbekistan and Latvia and the Latvian government's decision to lower the Riga airport's fees had encouraged the company to return.

In 2006 and 2016, the new north terminal extensions were opened. A maintenance, repair and overhaul facility was opened in the autumn of 2006, to be run as a joint venture between two local companies:

 Concors and SR-Technik.

In 2010, the first dedicated business aviation terminal of the Baltics opened at the airport.

Uzbekistan Airways terminated the Riga–New York flight in October 2017.

About 50th Anniversary of The Airport Riga:

Riga International Airport (RIX) is celebrating its 50th anniversary in December 2024. 

This milestone is being marked by events showcasing the airport’s growth and its role as the largest aviation hub in the Baltic States.

Celebrations include a special "RIX50" music and light performance by renowned Latvian composer Rihards Zaļupe, along with awards recognising the contributions of partners and employees. 

These festivities coincide with broader discussions at the Riga Aviation Forum about the future of aviation in the region​.

The airport has also embarked on significant modernisation projects. This includes a new passenger terminal expansion, integration with the Rail Baltica railway, and initiatives aimed at climate neutrality by 2035. 

These developments align with Riga Airport's vision to strengthen its role as a Northern European air hub​.

The Postage Stamp:

The Postage Stamp of 2.30 Euros.

The First Day Cover (FDC) presents the Riga International Airport

The Sheetlet

For other posts on Latvian Coins/Stamps, please visit the following links:

1) Latvian Folk Songs: "Smith Forges in the Sky": A 5 Euro Silver Coin issued by the LATVIJAS BANKA in 2017

2) Honey Coin: A 5 Euro Gold plated Silver coin minted by the Mint of Lithuania on behalf of the Bank of Latvia titled "Honey Coin" featuring honey-comb cells issued on 22.05.2018

3) Birds of Latvia (2018): Common Redshank (Tringa tatanus) and Long-tailed Tit (Aegithalos caudatus): A set of two stamps issued by Latvijas Pasts (Latvia Post) on 08.06.2018

4) The Garden of Destiny ("Likendarzs") : A 5 Euro Silver coin commemorates the National Memorial Site/Project in Latvia, dedicated to all Latvians and their collective strength: Coin minted by the Royal Dutch Mint on behalf of the Bank of Latvia and issued on 22.06.2018

5) A 5 Euro Silver-Perculor Coin titled "The Earth" issued by the Bank of Latvia on 22.12.2016

6) Blind Talents, Latvia: Latvijas Pasts has issued a Postage stamp of 0.90 Euro featuring works of art created using the tactile painting technique - a method of painting adapted to visually impaired persons: Stamp issue date: 26.07.2019

7) "Gifts of the Forest", Latvia: A 5 Euro Silver Proof Coin issued by the Bank of Latvia and minted by Koninklijke Nederlandse Munt (the Royal Dutch Mint) on 14.10.2019

8) Centenary Celebrations of Latvia's "Freedom Fights" (or the "War of Independence") (1918-1920): Lat6vijas Banka ("Bank of Latvia") has issued a Silver 5 Euro Commemorative Coin celebrating the Centenary of the "Liberation of Riga" (1919-2019): Coin minted by Lithuanian Mint: Coin issue date: 07.11.2019

9) Coat of Arms of Cities and Regions of Latvia: A set of five stamps issued by Latvijas Pasts (Latvia Post) depicting the Coats of Arms of Babite (1.42 Euro), Durbes (1.0 Euro), Koknese (1.35 Euro), Krimuldi (1,29) and Vilani (1.54 Euro) Municipalities: Stamp set issue date 03.01.2020

10) "Ancient Postal Routes - by Horse Transport & Bicycles", Latvia: EUROPA 2020 theme: A set of two postage stamps of 1,35 Euro and 1.42 Euro issued by "Latvijas Pasts" (Latvian Post): Date of Stamp set issue: 08.05.2020

11) The First Latvian Opera - "Banuta", Latvia: Centenary Celebrations of the popular symbol of Latvian Classical music (1920-2020): A postage stamp of 1.00 Euro brought out by Latvijas Pasts (Latvian Post): Date of Stamp issue: 03.07.2020

12) "Modernism in Latvia (The 1960s)": A 5 Euro Silver Coin with selective Gold plating issued by Lietuvos Monetu Kalykla (Lithuanian Mint) on behalf of Latvia: Date of Coin issue: 02.10.2020

13) "Linden Leaf" Coins, Latvia: A 5 Euyro Silver Collector Coin issued by "Latvijas Banka" (Bank of Latvia) dedicated to ecology: Coin minted by "Koninklijke Nederlandse Munt (Royal Dutch Mint) on behalf of Latvijas Banka: Date of Coin issue: 03.11.2020

14) Personal Freedom, Latvia: "Latvijas Banka" (Bank of Latvia) has issued a 5 Euro Collector Coin symbolising Personal Freedom: Date/Year of Coin issue: 11.12.2020

15) "Endangered National Wildlife", Latvia: EUROPA - 2021: VAS Latvijas Pasts (Latvian Post) has issued a set of two Stamps featuring critically Endangered Latvian Wildlife - The Freshwater Pearl Mussel (1.00 Euro) and The Black Stork (1.27 Euro) respectively: Date of Stamp set issue: 23.04.2021

16) 2021 IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship, Latvia: 85th Championship being held from the 21.05.2021 to 06.06.2021 in Riga: A postage stamp of 1.71 Euro issued by Latvijas Pasts (Latvian Post) to commemorate the Championship: Date of Stamp issue: 21.05.2021

17) Latvian Museums - Porcelain Museum, Latvia: A stamp of 1.00 Euro issued by VAS Latvijas Pasts (Latvian Post) featuring an exhibit from the Porcelain Museum: Date of Stamp issue: 06.08.2021

18) "Lilac Flower - a Symbol of Luck" - Latvia: A Five Euro Silver Coin issued by the "Latvijas Banka" ("Bank of Latvia") depicting the association of the Lilac Flower, as a symbol of Luck, particularly in marriage: Date of Coin issue: 15.06.2021)

19) "Miracle Coin", Latvia: Latvijas Banka (Bank of Latvia) has issued a 5 Euro Silver Collector Coin highlighting Imagination and Hope: Date/Year of Coin issue: 01.12.2021

20) "Heavenly Father", Latvia: EUROPA - 2022: "Stories and Myths Theme: VAS Latvijas Pasts (Latvian Post) has issued two EUROPA stamps depicting the Legends/Myths: Date of Stamp set issue: 08.04.2022

21) Russian Invasion of Ukraine - 2022", Latvia: Latvijas Pastas (Latvian Post) has issued a Stamp Block and a special Postal Cover in support of Ukraine's War effort: Date of Stamp Block issue: 10.03.2022

22) Winter, by Vilhems Purvitis" (Painter/Artist), Latvia: 150th Birth Anniversary: A Silver Coin of 5 Euro celebrates the birth of this celebrated painter: Date of Coin issue: 26.05.2022

23) "Satversme", Latvia: 100th Anniversary of the Latvian Constitution (1922-2022): A 5 Euro Silver Coin issued by Latvia and minted by the Lietuvos Monetu Kalykla (Lithuania) celebrates the milestone: Year of Coin issue: 2022

24) "Upward", Latvia: 100th Anniversary of the establishment of Latvian National Central Bank - "Latvijas Banka" (1922-2022): A 5 Euro Silver Coin issued by Latvia and minted by the Lietuvos Monetu Kalykla (Lithuania) celebrates the milestone: Year of Coin issue: 2022

25) Latvian Basketball Association, Latvia: The Bank of Latvia ("Latvijas Banka") has issued a 5 Euro Silver Proof Coin with Gold plating to mark the Centenary Anniversary of the Basketball association: Date/YEar of Coin issue: 26.10.2023

26) Ethnographic Open Air Museum, Latvia: Year of Coin Minting: 2024

27) A 5 Euro Silver Collector Coin from Latvia: This Silver Collector Coin tells us of the importance of the science of energy: Coin minted by: The Kon inlijke Netherlandse Munt (The Royal Dutch Mint - RDM): Year/Date of C oin issue: 26.09.2024

28) Maria Stana, Architect, Latvia: "Latvijas Banka" (Bank of Latvia) has issued a Proof Silver 5 Euro coin titled "Building the Unbuilt": Coin Minted by: Koninklijke Nederlandse Munt (Royal Dutch Mint - RDM) in the Netherlands: Date/Year of Coin issue: 2024

29) 50th Anniversary of The Airport Riga, Latvia: A postage stamp issued by Latvijas Pastas (Latvian Post) celebrates the milestone: Date/Year of Stamp issue: 03.12.2024

Links on posts from Poland:

1) Currency & Coinage of Poland: Zloty and Grosz

2) Honouring Marie Curie: A 20 Zloty Banknote issued by Norodowy Bank Polski in 2011 on the 100th Anniversary of her winning the Nbel Prize for Chemistry in 1911

3) Honouring Frederic Francois Chopin on his 200th Birth Anniversary with the issue of a 20 Zloty Banknote by Narodowy Bank Polski (National Bank of Poland) in 2010 

4) King Sigismund III Vasa 100 Gold Ducats: "History of Polish Coins" Series: minted by Mint of Poland for the Narodowy Bank Polski, issued on 12.07.2017

5) George Sand, Author: "Women of France Coin Series": Third Coin in the series issued by the Monnaie de Paris, France on 04.05.2018

6) Krakow's National Museum, Poland: 140th Anniversary: A Silver Proof 20 Zlotych Coin issued by the National Bank of Poland (Narodowy Bank Polski): Coin issue date: 2019

7) Poland: Rectangular Ingot-shaped Gold Coins of 100 Zloty mark the return/repatriation of Polish Gold Reservesonto Polish soil from England: Coins issued by "Naradowy Banki Polski" (National Bank of Poland - NBP): Date of Coin issue: 18.12.2019

8) Pope John Paul II (18.05.1920 - 02.04.2005), Poland: Commemorating his Birth Anniversary Centenary (1920-2020) with the issue of 500 Zlotych Gold Proof Coin and 10 Zlotych (x2) Silver Proof Coins: Date of Coins issue: 14.05.2020

9) St. Mary's Basilica, Krakow, Poland: 700th Anniversary of its consecartion: 50 Zlotych Silver Proof Collector Coin and a 5 Zlotych Bimetallic Corculation Coin issued by the National Bank of Poland, minted by the Mint of Poland: Date of Coins issue: 22.05.2020

10) "Great Polish Rulers - A Rectangular Coin set, Poland: The National Bank of Poland has issued this set of six Silver Proof Coins based on the designs of the country's currently circulating Zloty Banknotes: Date/Year of Coin issue: 21.06.2022

11) Stanislaw August Poniatowski, Poland: "The Treasures of Stanislaw August Coin Series": 500 Zloty (Gold) and 50 Zloty (Silver) Coins issued by the National Bank of Poland: Date/Year of Coin issue: 2022

12) Nicolaus Copernicus (19.02.1473 - 24.05.1543), Astronomer, Economist & Polymath, Poland: "Great Polish Economists Banknote Commemorative/Collector Banknote Series": A 20 Zloty (PLN) Banknote issued by the "Narodowy Bank Polski" ("National Bank of Poland"): Date of Banknote issue: 09.02.2023

13) Stanislaw Lem (12.09.1921-27.03.2006), Polish writer of hard science-fiction genre, philosopher and futurologist, Republic of Malta: Four Coin Variants issued to commemorate his works, minted by the Gdansk Mint, Poland on behalf of the Central Bank of Malta: Date/Year of Coins issue: May/June 2023

14) "In Poland I believe" - (The Polish Family), Poland: 10 zl (10 Zlotych) Silver Proof Coin wth Applied Colour (PAC) minted by the Mint of Poland at their facilities in Warsaw, on behalf of the National Bank of Poland) ("Narodowy Bank Polski"): Date/Year of Coin issue: 10.05.2023

15) 10 Zlotych Gold Coins issued by the National Bank of Poland (Narodowy Bank Polski), Poland: First Coins in the Banknotes in Circulation Coin Series": Date/Year of Coins issue: 06/2023

The Punk Universe Banknote/Voucher Series:

16) i) "Cyberpunk", Poland: The Banknote/Voucher Series titled - "The Punk Universe": A 0 (Zero) denominated Collector Banknote brought out by the Mint of Gdansk, Poland: Date/Year of Banknote issue: 04/2022

16) ii) "Silkpunk", Poland: The Banknote Series titled - "The Punk Universe": A 0 denominated Collector Banknote/Voucher brought out by thr Mint of Gdansk, Poland: Date/Year of Banknote issue: 05/2023

17) City of Lodz, Poland: 600th Anniversary celebrations (29.07.1473-29.07.2023): 10 Zl (Zlotych) Silver Proof Coin celebrates the milestone: Date/Year of Coin issue: 2023

18) "Friendship and Brotherhood is the greatest Wealth"; Poland and Ukraine: A 10 Zlotych (Silver) Proof and a 10 Grivnia (Silver) heart-shaped Coins jointly showcase both the countries' mutual friendship and as a symbol of solidarity: Date/Year of Coins issue: 24.08.2023

19) Soviet Red Army invasion of Poland in collusion with the Third Reich and the Polish heroic Defence, Poland: The Mint of Poland has minted a Silver Oxidised Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) Remembrance Coin on behalf of the National Bank of Poland which highlight the WWII-era Polish Defence: Date/Year of Coin issue: 05.09.2023

20) 30th Anniversary of departure of Soviet troops from Polish soil, Poland: 10 Zlotych Silver Proof Coins mark an important National Anniversary which reestablished Democracy in the country: Date/Year of Coin issue: 14.09.2023

Links to some other posts on Kazakhstan coins on this Blog:

1) Astana, Kazakhstan: 20th Anniversary celebration of the Capital City of Kazakhstan (06.05.1998-06.05.2018): Silver 5000 Tenge Kilo Coin, 500 Tenge Silver Coin and 100 Tenge Cupro-Nickel Coin issued by the National Bank of Kazakhstan on 20.06.2018

2) New Coins of Kazakhstan - 2019 issue, brught out by the National Bank of Kazakhstan which include text in the Latin Alphabet, replacing the Cyrillic based Alphabet on previously/presently circulating issues: Coin Series issue date: 26.04.2019

3) 20,000 Tenge Commemorative Banknote, Kazakhstan: 30th Anniversary of Independence (1991-2021): The National Bank of Kazakhstan has issued a 20,000 Tenge Commemorative Banknote celebrating the country's independence from the USSR: Date of Banknote issue: 01.12.2021

4) Balkhash perch ("Perca schrenkii"), Kazakhstan: 1,000 Tenge Silver Proof Coins with unique three-dimensional relief features Balkhash perch and Cupro-nickel 200 Tenge Coins feature Natural Wildlife and fauna of the country: Year of Coin issue: 2023

Links to other posts on Ukrainian Coins/Banknotes on this Blog:

1) 100th Anniversary of the Ukrainian Revolution: A 5 Hryvnia Nickel-Silver Commemorative Coin issued by the National Bank of Ukraine on 22.03.2017

2) Ukraine: Centenary Celebrations of the first postage stamps issued in 1918, commemorated on a new Cupro-Nickel Collector Coin of 5 Hryvnia issued on 25.09.2018

3) 100th Anniversaries of both the Ukrainian Revolution (1917-1921) and introduction of the first Banknotes of an independent Ukraine (1917): A Commemorative Banknote of 100 Hryvnia issued by the National Bank of Ukraine on 17.12.2018

4) A 1,000 Hryvnia Banknote from Ukraine, to be issued by the National Bank of Ukraine: This Banknote will be a part of a family of 6 circulating Banknote and 6 Coin denominations, making for a total of 12 denominations in circulation (reduced from 17 denominations in circulation at present): Banknote issue date: 25.10.2019

5) Palanok Castle, Ukraine: A set of two coins in the denominations of 5 Hryvnia (Cupro-mickel) and 10 Hryvnia (Silver) issued by the National Bank of Ukraine commemorating one of Ukraine's most well known landmarks: Coin issue date: 26.02.2019

6) Zolochiv Castle, Ukraine: "Architectural Monuments" Commemorative Coin Series features the historic castle: A 5 Hryvnia (Cupro-nickel) and 10 Hryvnis (Silver) Coin issued by the National Bank of Ukraine, minted by the Ukrainian Mint: YEar of Coin issue: 2020

7) "Sovka roskoshnaja" ("Staurophora celsia") Moth, Ukraine: Sterling Silver Proof (10 Hryvnia) and Cupro-nickel (2 Hrvynia) coins issued under its "Native Flora and Fauna Coin Series" by the National Bank of Ukraine

8) 1075 years since Princess Olga (890-969 AD), Ukraine: A Silver Proof Coin brought out by the National Bank of Ukraine,minted by the Ukrainian Mint: Year of issue: 2020

9) 30th Anniversary of Ukraine's Independence (1991-2021): National Bank of Ukraine has issued four Coin Variants celebrating the Milestone - 250 Hryvnia (Gold), 50 & 10 Hyrvnia (Silver), 5 Hryvnia (Cupro-nickel/German Silver): Date of Coins issue: 17.08.2021

10) 80 Years since the Babyn Yar Massacres by the Nazi War Machine, Ukraine: Two Coins in the denominations of 10 and 5 Hyvrnias issued ny the National Bank of Ukraine paying a tribute to the victims of the Nazi Barbaric Ideology: Date of Coins issue: 27.09.2021

11) Russian Invasion of Ukraine - 2022", Latvia: Latvijas Pastas (Latvian Post) has issued a Stamp Block and a special Postal Cover in support of Ukraine's War effort: Date of Stamp Block issue: 10.03.2022

12) Ukrainian Pysanka Easter Egg", Canada: A $20 (Twenty Dollars - CAN) Silver Coin features the Traditional Ukrainian Pysanka Egg issued by the Royal Canadian Mint (RCM) Date of Coin issue: 08.03.2022

13) Ukraine's War against the Russian Aggressors: The National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) is issuing a set of five Coins to honour the Armed Forces and Civilians who have fought valiantly for over 100 days

14) Ukraine's War against the Russian Aggressors: A Silver Medal issued by the Vatican City State Mint (Commercializzazione Filatelica e Numismatica Governerato (CFN) - Stato della Vatican City) on the theme of "Peace in Ukraine": Date of Medal issue: 20.05.2022

15) Candidate Status for EU Membership granted to Ukraine: 10 Hryvnia Silver Proof Coins and 5 Hryvnia Cupro-nickel Coins have been issued by the National Bank of Ukraine: Date/Year of Coin issue: 2022

16) A 20 Hryvnia Banknote marks the First Anniversary of Russia's invasion on Ukraine on 24.02.2022: Banknote issued by The National Bank of Ukraine (Central Bank of Ukraine): Date of Banknote issue: 24.02.2023

17) "Friendship and Brotherhood is the greatest Wealth"; Poland and Ukraine: A 10 Zlotych (Silver) Proof and a 10 Grivnia (Silver) heart-shaped Coins jointly showcase both the countries' mutual friendship and as a symbol of solidarity: Date/Year of Coins issue: 24.08.2023

Posts on Transnistria:

1) Transnistria (or the Pridnestrovian Moldavian Republic): 25th Anniversary of the Trans-Dniester Ruble: A One Ruble Commemorative Banknote issued by the Trans-Dniester Republican Bank celebrating the milestone: Year of Banknote issue: 2019:

Posts on Russia:

1) A 100 Rouble Banknote issued by Russia to commemorate the XXII Winter Olympics - (07-23 February 2014) held at Sochi, Russia

2) Commemorative Coins issued when the 1980 22nd Summer Olympics were held in Moscow (19.07.1980 to 03.08.1980)

3) 2018 "Federation Internationale de Football Association" (FIFA) World Cup being held in Russia between 14.06.2018 &15.07.2018: Some Coins and stamps issued by Russia, Australia, Hungary, Spain & France to commemorate the Tournament/Championship

4) "Ancient Postal Routes - the Kholmogory post road (Arkhangelsk - Vologda - Yaroclavi - Moscow), Russia: Europa 2020 theme: A stamp brought out by "Pochta Rossii"(Russian Post) featuring this important post road: Date of Stamp issue: 15.01.2020

5) Russia celebrates the "Return" Of Crimea to Russia in 2014, by issuing a circulation 5 Ruble Coin in 2019

6) 44th Chess Olympiad held in Russia (24.07.2020 to 30.08.2020), Kyrgyzstan: Kyrgyz Express Post (KEP) has issued a stamp commemorating the first online Olympiad held in 2020 for the first time in its history: Date of Stamp issue: 16.12.2020

7) Yuri Gagarin, Cosmonaut, Russia: 60th Anniversary of Yuri Gagarin's landmark first manned flight into space: Central Bank of Russia has celebrated the milestone with a 25 Ruble Silver Coin minted by the St. Petersburg Mint: Year of Coin issue: 2021

8) Cherepanov Steam Locomotive - 1834", Russian Federation: "The Inventions of Russia Coin Series": The First Coin in the 3 Ruble Silver Coin Series issued by the Bank of Russia depicts the Steam Locomotive: Date/Year of Coin issue: 16.08.2021

9) "Lukomorye -Learned Cat, a Mermaid, Kashchey, Baba - Yaga and a Warlock", Russia: EUROPA 2022:"Stories and Myths" Theme: Pochta Rossi (Russian Post) has issued a EUROPA stamp of 55.00 Ruble, depicting the Legends/Myths: Date of Stamp issue: 20.01.2022

10) A 100 Ruble/Rouble Banknote, Russia: The Central Bank of Russia has issued a new 100 Ruble/Rouble Banknote for general circulation: Daye/Year of Banknote issue: 30.06.2022

11) 2018 FIFA World Cup, Russia: A 100 Ruble commemorative Banknote issued by the Bank of Russia: Date/Year of Banknote issue: 22.05.2018

12) Coin Constellation - 2021, Russia: Fifteenth (XV) Coin Constellation Awards Competition held from 15.02.2021 to 14.04.2021

13) Second International Tiger Forum (05092022), held at Vladivostok, Russia: India Post has issued a postage stamp of 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) commemorating the event: Date of stamp issue: 05.09.2022

To view a few posts on previous COTY and Coin Constellation (Russia) winners, please visit the following links:

1) Did You Know Series (25): The prestigious Krause Publications Annual World Coin Competition - Winners of the COTY 2015 and other 10 Category winners

2) Krause Publications Awards Coin of the Year and other Category winners - 2016

3) Coin of the Year and winners of the 10 sub-categories- 2017

4) Coin of the Year Awards - 2018 (COTY - 2018): i) A 5 Euro Polymer Coin from Germany is the winner of Coin of the Year 2018; ii) Other category winners.

5) Coin of the Year Awards - 2019 (COTY 2019): i) A 50 Euro Silver coin from France is the Winner of Coin of the Year - 2019; ii) Other Category Winners.

6) 37th Annual Coin of the Year 2020 (COTY) Nominees: The Prestigious Kraus Publications Annual Award Competition which selects the winning coins in 10 different categories & from among the winners - the "Coin of the Year"

7) Coin Of The Year (COTY) 2021: i) A Moon Landing Silver themes Coin minted by the US Mint is the COTY-2021 Winner ii) Other Category Winners

8) Coin Constellation - 2021, Russia: Fifteenth (XV) Coin Constellation Awards Competition held from 15.02.2021 to 14.04.2021

9) Coin Of The Year (COTY - 2022): i) "The Gold of the Pharoahs 100 Euro Gold Coin from the Austrian Mint, Vienna is the COTY-2022 Winner ii) Other Category Winners

10) Coin Of The Year Awards - 2023 (COTY): Category Winners

11) Coin of the Year (COTY), Ukraine: 30th Anniversary of Independence - A 5 Hryvnia Silver Coin celebrating 30 Years of Independence from the Russian Federation, issued in 2021 by the National Bank of Ukraine is the "Coin of the Year" for 2023