Belarus 20 roubles Artistic Gymnastics Olympics Sports proof silver coin 1996

The Belarus 20 rubles silver coin “Artistic Gymnastics – Olympics” (1996) is one of the earliest numismatic issues of independent Belarus, celebrating Olympic sports. Struck in sterling silver, the coin reflects the importance of gymnastics as a discipline combining strength, elegance, and precision. The reverse depicts a male gymnast performing an exercise on the still rings, captured in mid-pose with strong body tension and raised legs. On the right side, a geometric ornament resembling traditional Belarusian patterns is shown, along with a small shield containing the Olympic rings, linking the design to the international sporting movement. Above runs the inscription “БЕЛАРУСЬ АЛІМПІЙСКАЯ.” The obverse features the national emblem of the Republic of Belarus, surrounded by inscriptions “РЭСПУБЛІКА БЕЛАРУСЬ,” the denomination “20 РУБЛЁЎ,” the year of issue “1996,” and the hallmark “Ag 925.” Minted in Proof quality, the coin offers a contrast of frosted relief and mirror fields, highlighting the details of the gymnast and symbolic decorations. This release is highly valued among collectors for its early date, Olympic theme, and cultural significance in the numismatic history of Belarus.

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