Kazakhstan 500 tenge Manul Pallas KM-288 Fauna Cat PR 69 PCGS silver coin 2014

The 2014 Kazakhstan 500 Tenge "Manul (Pallas's Cat)" silver coin is a striking tribute to one of Central Asia’s most elusive and fascinating wild felines. Issued as part of Kazakhstan’s wildlife program, it celebrates the rare Pallas's cat (Otocolobus manul), a species renowned for its dense fur, piercing gaze, and remarkable adaptation to harsh mountain steppes. The reverse presents an exceptionally detailed portrait of the crouching manul emerging through tall grasses, with finely engraved fur, long whiskers, rounded ears, and captivating selectively gilded eyes that bring the animal vividly to life. The obverse combines the outline of the African and Eurasian continents with silhouettes of protected wildlife, including a wolf, wild boar, flamingo, stag, bird, bear, seal, rabbit, and fish, alongside the denomination and the National Bank of Kazakhstan inscription, emphasizing global biodiversity and conservation. Struck in silver with a superb Proof finish, this coin is certified PCGS PR69, offering exceptional quality and eye appeal. A wonderful collectible for enthusiasts of wildlife, rare cats, and modern world numismatics.

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