NBU plans commemorative coin to mark 25 years since John Paul II's Ukraine visit
The National Bank of Ukraine plans to issue a commemorative coin in 2026 honoring Pope John Paul II and the 25th anniversary of his apostolic visit to Ukraine, the central bank said on Aug. 7.
The National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) announced plans to issue a commemorative coin in 2026, marking the 25th anniversary of Pope John Paul II's visit to Ukraine in 2001. In a statement on August 7, NBU Chairman Mykola Pyshnyi emphasized the enduring relevance of John Paul II's message on freedom, dignity, Ukraine's European aspirations, and the nation's capacity to transcend its troubled history.
The decision to mint the coin reflects the significance of the former Pope's intellectual and spiritual influence on Ukraine. Pope John Paul II's visit occurred from June 23-27, 2001, during which he made stops in Kyiv and Lviv. While the design, denomination, and minting details remain undisclosed, the NBU anticipates the coin entering circulation by year-end.
Notably, the bank has previously withdrawn certain banknotes from circulation and issued commemorative coins to honor Ukraine's defenders and mark important anniversaries.
Written by urgent.news from New Voice of Ukraine's reporting — not their text. Machine-written — may contain errors; check the original before relying on it.
