Obverse: Against a smooth background is Snake Island, liberated with artillery support from the Bohdana self-propelled howitzer. Around the island are stylized snakes leaving the territory, symbolizing the enemyâs retreat. At the top is Ukraineâs small coat of arms. On the left, along lightning-shaped zigzags symbolizing the power of artillery strikes, are the inscriptions: УÐÐ ÐÐÐÐ (vertically), issue year 2025, face value 5, and the hryvnia symbol. At the bottom center is the mint mark of the NBUâs Banknote Printing and Minting Works.
Reverse: The Bohdana self-propelled artillery system is depicted in combat deployment across a steppe landscape, emphasizing its mobility and adaptability to different battle conditions. A dynamically portrayed shot demonstrates the power of Ukrainian artillery. In the background is the silhouette of Bohdan Khmelnytskyiâs portrait, symbolizing the indomitable spirit of the Ukrainian army and the historical axis connecting past and present in the struggle for independence. At the bottom of the coin is the legend: СÐУ ÐÐÐÐÐÐÐ.
About the coin: The 2025 Ukraine War Machine Bohdana 5 Hryvnias Coin BU in card honors the Ukrainian-developed Bohdana self-propelled artillery system â a 155-mm wheeled howitzer that has become a crucial element of the artillery capabilities of Ukraineâs Armed Forces. Known for its high-precision targeting, it symbolizes the strategic mission of Ukraineâs defense industry. The coin is struck from nickel silver, weighs 16.54 g, has a diameter of 35 mm, and is of special uncirculated quality. Mintage â planned 75,000, issued 50,000.
