#Exhibit of the Month

The National Bank of Moldova annually issues commemorative or anniversary coins dedicated to various historical events, prominent cultural and scientific figures, the promotion of heritage and cultural traditions, architectural monuments, the flora and fauna of the Republic of Moldova, etc. A significant place in the coin series of the Republic of Moldova is held by those reflecting key milestones in the formation and development of our country. These coins are the subject of this mini-exhibition:

1-2. 5 Years Since the Proclamation of the Independence of the Republic of Moldova, 100 lei, 1996, AR; W: 28.28 g; D: 38.61 mm; mintage: 1,000 pcs. FB-23252-1,2.
3. 10 Years Since the Proclamation of the Independence of the Republic of Moldova, 100 lei, 2001, AR; W: 31.1 g; D: 37 mm; mintage: 1,000 pcs. FB-24305.
4. 20 Years Since the Proclamation of the Independence of the Republic of Moldova, 100 lei, 2011, AR; W: 31.1 g; D: 37 mm; mintage: 1,000 pcs. FB-29968-3.
5-7. 30 Years Since the Proclamation of the Independence of the Republic of Moldova, set; 50 lei; 2023; AR; W: 20 g; D: 32 mm; mintage: 500 pcs. The coins bear the inscriptions: "A sacred freedom", "My heart is Moldova", "As long as we live on this earth". PMC-423-425.
8. 20 Years Since the Introduction of the National Currency in the Republic of Moldova, 100 lei, 2013, AR; W: 28.28 g; 40 x 28 mm; mintage: 2,000 pcs. FB-29968-2.
9. Anniversary of the National Currency, 50 lei, 2023; AR; W: 31.1 g; D: 37 mm; mintage: 500 pcs. FB-PMC-870.
10. 20 Years Since the Adoption of the Constitution of the Republic of Moldova, 100 lei, 2014; AR; W: 13.0 g; D: 28 mm; mintage: 1,000 pcs. FB-29968-1.

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Opening of the "Humanity Without Borders" Exhibition

January 23, 2025

On January 23, 2025, Adugat Israel from Moldova organized a special program dedicated to the International Holocaust Remembrance Day. The program included the opening of the exhibition "Humanity Without Borders" (curated by one of the most renowned specialists in Japanese history and culture, Sophy Gugelev from Israel) and the screening of the documentary "Kaunas - The Gates of Hope."

The exhibition opening at the National Museum of History of Moldova brought together over 180 guests, including high-ranking officials from the parliament, government, international organizations, and diplomatic missions from 12 countries.

Speeches were delivered by the Chief Rabbi of Moldova, Pinchas Zaltzman; the head of the European Union delegation, Mr. Mazeiks; the UN Resident Coordinator, Ms. Oruj; the ambassadors of Israel, Mr. Lion; Lithuania, Mr. Valionis; Japan, Mr. Yamada; and the Netherlands, Mr. Duijn; the director of the National Museum of History, Mr. Sava; the director of the Museum of Jewish History in Moldova, Mrs. Șihova; and the deputy director of the Romanian Cultural Institute "Mihai Eminescu" in Chișinău, Mr. Afrăsinei.

The speeches highlighted the importance of organizing such programs, the originality and uniqueness of the exhibition, and emphasized the need for joint efforts to promote education about the Holocaust, prevent hate and intolerance, and strengthen a platform dedicated to commemorating and promoting fundamental human values.

The project was carried out with the support of the embassies of Lithuania, the Netherlands, and Japan, the Museum of Jewish History in Moldova, the National Museum of History, the Romanian Cultural Institute "Mihai Eminescu" in Chișinău, the Yad Vashem Center (Israel), the "Port of Humanity" Museum in Tsuruga, Japan, the Sugihara House in Kaunas, Lithuania, and the Agency for Interethnic Relations of the Republic of Moldova.

The goal of the project is education on Holocaust history and combating manifestations of hate and intolerance based on ethnic and religious criteria, as well as antisemitism.

The "Humanity Without Borders" exhibition is open to the public until February 6, 2025, at the Diorama of the National Museum of History of Moldova, Chișinău, 31 August 1989 Street, 121 A.