In 2021, The Republic of Cameroon minted 500 coins with the image of a Ukrainian Zaporizhian Cossack as part of its Legendary Warriors coins collection. The 3000 francs denomination coin is made of 999 sterling silver, weighs 93 g, and has a diameter of 55 mm. Three other coins in the series represent a Japanese Samurai, Spartan Hoplite, and Viking Axeman.
The roots of Ukrainian Cossackdom should be sought in the history of Kyiv Rus. ‘Gardariki, Ukraine‘ ebook has some little-known facts to think about in this aspect.
Ilya Repin’s famous painting of Ukrainian Cossacks >
