The 100 ₸ silver coin is dedicated to speed skating and is part of Kazakhstan’s sports series associated with the 2014 Olympic Games. The coin is struck in .925 silver and weighs 31.10 g. The theme of the issue reflects one of the most spectacular winter sports, in which speed, endurance, and precision of movement are especially important. The design features imagery that conveys the dynamic nature of competition on the ice track and the athletic character of the composition. The coin is of interest both to collectors of Kazakhstan’s commemorative issues and to those interested in Olympic themes and the history of the nation’s numismatics.
