The 50 Tenge Abai Kunanbayuly 2015, issued by the National Bank of Kazakhstan, pays tribute to Abai Kunanbayuly (1845–1904), a renowned Kazakh poet, philosopher, and cultural figure. His works played a crucial role in shaping Kazakh literature and national identity.
The obverse features the emblem of Kazakhstan at the center, surrounded by intricate traditional ornamentation. The denomination "50 ТЕНГЕ" is inscribed below, while the country’s name "ҚАЗАҚСТАН РЕСПУБЛИКАСЫ" (Republic of Kazakhstan) is placed along the rim in both Kazakh and English.
The reverse presents a finely detailed portrait of Abai Kunanbayuly, reflecting his intellectual and artistic legacy. To the left of the portrait, his name "АБАЙ ҚҰНАНБАЙҰЛЫ" and birth and death years "1845-1904" are inscribed. The intricate design highlights elements of Kazakh culture, reinforcing his impact on national heritage.
Struck in cupronickel, this coin is part of Kazakhstan’s commemorative series dedicated to influential historical figures. A must-have for collectors of Central Asian numismatics!
