On August 29th, 2017, the National Bank of Ukraine put the commemorative coin "60th Anniversary of the Launching of the First Earth Satellite" of 5 hryvnia face value into circulation.

This coin celebrates the launch of the first earth satellite. The satellite emitted a radio signal on two frequencies and studied the upper layers of the ionosphere. Worldwide, radio enthusiasts tracked the sound signals transmitted by the satellite. It was visible as a first-magnitude star even to the naked eye. The satellite launch is said to have marked the start of the space age. Ukrainian scientists and designers contributed to the satellite`s development and launch, which was headed by the spaceflight pioneer Sergei Korolev.

The coin is made from German silver, quality− “special uncirculated”, weight – 16.54 g, diameter – 35.0 mm, mintage – į0.000 pieces. The coin edge is grooved.

Source of information: National Bank of Ukraine www.bank.gov.ua