Struve Geodetic Arc (to the 200th anniversary of the start of the astronomical and geodetic works)

Series: Other coins The coin is dedicated to 200 anniversary of the start of the astronomical and geodetic works on objects geodesic arc Struve. Struve Geodetic Arc - triangulation measuring points were used to determine the parameters of the Earth, its shape and size, unique object UNESCO World Heritage Site - the first ever UNESCO Scientific memorial culture, passing through 10 European countries. He created this unique object eminent astronomer Friedrich Struve. 5 hryvnias, hours of issue: 2016 Circulation: 30,000 pcs, metal, nickel silver, mass of 16.54 grams