Design of five hundred hryvnias bill of the Ukrainian National Republic (avers) 1918

This is the obverse design of the 500 hryvnias bill from the Ukrainian National Republic, created by renowned Ukrainian artist Heorhiy Narbut in 1918. The bill's design features the Ukrainian coat of arms, the Tryzub, along with intricate floral motifs and the inscription "Державні кредитові білети" ("State Credit Notes") in Ukrainian. This artwork exemplifies Narbut's distinctive style, characterized by a blend of Art Nouveau and Ukrainian folk art influences. The bill's elaborate ornamentation and bold typography highlight the young republic's aspirations for national independence and cultural identity.