Obverse: the obverse depicts the State Emblem of the Republic of Belarus. Surrounding the emblem are the inscriptions “Republic of Belarus”, the denomination of 200 rubles, the fineness mark “Au 999”, and the year of issue – 2005.
Reverse: the reverse features a ballerina in an elegant dance pose. Beside her appears the inscription “Belarusian Ballet”. The design highlights the grace, lightness, and artistic expression of classical ballet.
About the coin: this gold coin is dedicated to Belarusian ballet, one of the country's most important performing arts traditions. The National Academic Bolshoi Opera and Ballet Theatre in Minsk is among the leading cultural institutions in Eastern Europe. Belarusian ballet is renowned for its high artistic standards, and its dancers have earned international acclaim on prestigious stages around the world.
