Celebrate the legacy of the Hero of Ukraine, Leonid Kadeniuk, with this exquisite commemorative banknote. Kadeniuk, the first astronaut of independent Ukraine, made history in 1997 by flying on NASA's Space Shuttle Columbia as part of the international mission STS-78. His contributions to the joint Ukrainian-American project, which studied the effects of microgravity on plant growth, are honored in this meticulously crafted note.

Key Features:

• Portrait of Leonid Kadeniuk: The front of the note showcases a detailed portrait of Kadeniuk, accompanied by the legend ПЕРШИЙ КОСМОНАВТ УКРАЇНИ (first Ukrainian astronaut) and the emblem of the State Space Agency of Ukraine.
• Security Features: The banknote includes a 1.5 mm security thread, security fibers that fluoresce under UV light, and a watermark featuring an image of the globe with continents. Additionally, a SPARK feature in the form of a globe produces a dynamic light effect, changing color from green to blue at different angles.
• Design Elements: A stylized plant image set against a molecular structure backdrop, Ukraine's small coat of arms, and a depiction of the Space Shuttle Columbia are also present. Optically variable ink in the bottom right corner shifts from gold to green when viewed from different angles.
• Specifications: Printed using offset, intaglio, screen, and raised printing techniques with security inks, this paper banknote measures 80 x 170 mm. The issue is limited to 50,000 units, with 40,000 available in souvenir packaging.
• Reverse Side: the reverse side features the Space Shuttle Columbia set against the Solar System's planets. Above this image is the legend THE FIRST ASTRONAUT OF UKRAINE, with additional legends marking 1997 and 2020. The note’s serial number and the legend НЕ Є ПЛАТІЖНИМ ЗАСОБОМ (not legal tender) are also included, ensuring authenticity and exclusivity.

This banknote is a perfect collector’s item, celebrating a pivotal moment in Ukraine’s space history and the achievements of Leonid Kadeniuk. Ideal for space exploration enthusiasts and those who appreciate finely crafted commemorative pieces, this banknote is a testament to human ingenuity and international cooperation.