Malawi 20 kwacha Salt Routes Kyiv Yaroslav the Wise Ukraine silver coin 2009

The 2009 Malawi 20 Kwacha “Salt Routes – Kyiv–Crimea” silver coin commemorates the historic movement of salt between the Crimean Peninsula and Kyiv. Its richly detailed reverse presents a portrait of Yaroslav the Wise, Grand Prince of Kyiv, beside an architectural panorama with numerous domes, towers and fortified structures; a distant fortress crowns the landscape, while a pale circular insert accents the composition. Yaroslav the Wise ruled Kyiv in the 11th century and is remembered for strengthening the state, promoting law, culture, education and international dynastic ties. The obverse features the crowned portrait of Queen Elizabeth II over a stylized map, with Kyiv and Crimea marked and connected by a winding route. A horse-drawn covered wagon, driver, horses, cargo and wheels symbolize the transport of salt along this commercial road. Combining medieval history, trade, cartography, architecture and transport, this Proof silver issue is an impressive thematic collectible.

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