Description:
This coin celebrates a system of twelve astrological signs, each of which corresponds to a particular constellation. The zodiac originated from observations of the starry sky by ancient civilizations and served as a tool for orientation in time and space, predicting the changes of the seasons, and planning agricultural work. Over time, knowledge of this system spread to many cultures, becoming part of their own mythologies, religions, and astrology. This coin symbolizes the eternal connection between man and the universe, embodying the ancient tradition of studying the stars and the belief that they influence human destiny.
Obverse: against a smooth background, there are the zodiacal constellations in a circle, which is divided into twelve equal sectors; astrological signs; and the following legends: ОВЕН, ТЕЛЕЦЬ, БЛИЗНЮКИ, РАК, ЛЕВ, ДІВА, ТЕРЕЗИ, СКОРПІОН, СТРІЛЕЦЬ, КОЗЕРІГ, ВОДОЛІЙ, РИБИ (Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Cancer, Leo, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius and Pisces). The signs of the zodiac are arranged in a counterclockwise order in accordance with the movement of the earth’s axis, symbolizing the continuous movement of celestial bodies and the cyclical nature of time. In the center are the coin’s face value 10, the graphic symbol of the hryvnia, the legend УКРАЇНА (Ukraine), the coin’s issue year 2025, and Ukraine’s small coat of arms. Above and below this composition is a constellation.
Reverse: there is a picturesque Ukrainian village under a starry sky. A boy, sitting on a small hill, is enthusiastically watching the constellations, symbolizing dreaminess, the desire for knowledge, and a connection to one’s home. In the background is an evening landscape with houses, gardens and a windmill, creating an atmosphere of peace and harmony, reminiscent of warm childhood moments.