Issued by the National Bank of Ukraine in 2013, this 5 Hryvnias banknote belongs to the modern series introduced to strengthen national identity and incorporate enhanced security features. It reflects Ukraine’s cultural heritage through refined artistic design and improved anti-counterfeiting technology.
The obverse features a portrait of Bohdan Khmelnytsky, a key historical figure in Ukrainian history, along with denomination numerals and intricate guilloche patterns, with inscriptions in Ukrainian.
The reverse depicts the Church of St. Elias in Subotiv, an important historical and architectural landmark, framed by detailed ornamental designs that combine symbolism with security.
Issuer: National Bank of Ukraine
Denomination: 5 Hryvnias
Year: 2013
Dimensions: Approx. 118 × 63 mm
Material: Paper
Security features: Watermark, security thread, microprinting, guilloche patterns
