Issued by the National Bank of Ukraine in 2021, this 500 Hryvnias banknote is part of the latest modern series featuring advanced security elements and updated design aesthetics. The note highlights Ukraine’s national heritage, cultural icons, and important historical figures while incorporating robust anti-counterfeiting measures.
The obverse features a portrait of Hryhorii Skovoroda, a renowned Ukrainian philosopher and poet, along with denomination numerals and intricate guilloche patterns, with inscriptions in Ukrainian.
The reverse depicts the Kyiv-Mohyla Academy, an important cultural and educational landmark in Ukraine, framed by detailed ornamental motifs that enhance both visual appeal and security.
Issuer: National Bank of Ukraine
Denomination: 500 Hryvnias
Year: 2021
Dimensions: Approx. 154 × 73 mm
Material: Paper
Security features: Watermark, security thread, microprinting, latent images, guilloche patterns
