The 50 Tenge 100th Anniversary of the Birth of Ermukhan Bekmakhanov 2015, issued by the National Bank of Kazakhstan, honors Ermukhan Bekmakhanov (1915–1966), a distinguished Kazakh historian known for his pioneering research on Kazakhstan’s history, particularly during the 19th century. His work contributed significantly to the understanding of Kazakhstan’s national identity and historical development.
The obverse features the national emblem of Kazakhstan at the center, surrounded by intricate traditional ornamentation. Below, the denomination "50 ТЕНГЕ" is inscribed, with the inscription "ҚАЗАҚСТАН РЕСПУБЛИКАСЫ" (Republic of Kazakhstan) encircling the design in both Kazakh and English.
The reverse showcases a finely detailed portrait of Ermukhan Bekmakhanov, symbolizing his intellectual and historical contributions. To the right of the portrait, his name "ЕРМҰХАН БЕКМАХАНОВ" and the years of his birth and death "1915-1966" are inscribed. The background features symbolic elements representing historical research and academia. The year of issue, 2015, is positioned at the bottom.
Struck in cupronickel, this commemorative coin is a valuable piece for collectors interested in Kazakh history and significant national figures.
