Ukraine 10 Kopiyok
Country of Origin: Ukraine
Year of Issue: 2022
Denomination: 10 Kopiyok
Composition: Low carbon steel with brass plating
Brief Description
Small gold-colored secondary currency coin from Ukraine featuring the national coat of arms and a stylized floral wreath.
Historical Significance
Representing the standard circulating currency of Ukraine, this 2022 issue was minted during a time of significant national struggle following the Russian invasion, symbolizing the continuity of the Ukrainian state and its financial systems.
Estimated Value
$0.05 - $1.00 USD (Face value is less than $0.01 USD; value is primarily for collectors of world coins or recent history).
Care Instructions
Avoid moisture as the steel core can corrode if the plating is damaged. Handle by the edges to prevent oils from affecting the brass finish. Store in a cool, dry place in a non-PVC flip.
Mint Mark
Kyiv Mint (symbol of the Mint of the National Bank of Ukraine visible on the obverse to the right of the year)
Mintage & Rarity
Common; regular circulation issue with mintage in the millions.
Weight & Diameter
1.7 grams; 16.3 mm
Edge
Reeded
Apparent Grade
Extremely Fine / About Uncirculated (minor surface spotting/toning visible, but sharp details and little wear).
Obverse (Front)
Features the Small Coat of Arms of Ukraine (Tryzub) in a shield, flanked by oak leaves and ears of wheat. The word 'УКРАЇНА' (UKRAINE) is above, the year '2022' and the mint logo are below.
Reverse (Back)
The numeral '10' and the word 'КОПІЙОК' (KOPIYOK) centered, surrounded by a stylized wreath of berries and leaves inside a circular border.
What Drives This Coin's Value
Condition and eye appeal are the primary factors. As a common modern coin, it is mostly traded in bulk or as low-cost additions to world coin collections.
Similar Coins
Older 10 Kopiyok coins from 1992-2013 were made of aluminum-bronze; the steel-based versions (introduced 2014) are attracted to magnets.
Authenticity & Counterfeit Red Flags
Check for magnetic pull (this 2022 coin should be magnetic) and verify the crispness of the National Bank of Ukraine mint mark.
Notable Varieties & Errors
Occasional die rotations or planchet errors occur, but no major standardized varieties are widely recognized for the 2022 date.
Created At: 2026-05-31T14:34:34.224840