Ukraine 100 Hryvnia 2026: The Glory to Ukraine Slogan Reaches the Final Denomination
Ukraine • 100 hryvnia • 2026 modified circulation note
Ukraine has added the slogan “Glory to Ukraine! Glory to the Heroes!” to the 100 hryvnia banknote, and this time the change is not a collector rumour hiding in a forum thread. It is a formal circulation update from the National Bank of Ukraine.
The note is not a full redesign. That is exactly why it is useful to collectors. Modern banknote collecting often lives in the details: year, signature, slogan, reverse text and the moment when a familiar design becomes a new variety.
With the 100 hryvnia issue, Ukraine effectively closes the loop on a patriotic banknote modification programme that began in 2024.
Quick Facts
- Country: Ukraine
- Denomination: 100 hryvnia
- Year: 2026
- Issuer: National Bank of Ukraine
- Main Update: Patriotic slogan added to the reverse
- Status: Modified circulation banknote
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| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Currency | Hryvnia, ISO code UAH |
| Issue Date | 16 June 2026 |
| Design Base | 100 hryvnia design of the 2014 series |
| Slogan | Glory to Ukraine! Glory to the Heroes! |
| Legal Tender Status | Older 100 hryvnia banknotes continue to circulate |
| Collector Category | Modern circulation variety / patriotic slogan issue |
What Actually Changed
The important change sits on the reverse side. The patriotic slogan appears in the upper-right area, while the core design and security features remain aligned with the existing 100 hryvnia reference design.
That makes the note a classic modern variety: visually familiar enough to be missed by casual users, but specific enough to matter to collectors.
Collector Checkpoints
- Look for the 2026 printing year.
- Check the slogan placement on the reverse.
- Compare against earlier 100 hryvnia examples without the slogan.
Why It Completes a Series
The 100 hryvnia note is significant because it completes the modified banknote range with the slogan. Ukraine had already introduced modified versions across other denominations, including 500 and 1000 hryvnia, 50 hryvnia, 20 hryvnia and 200 hryvnia.
For a collector, that turns a single issue into a set-building opportunity. The goal is no longer just one note, but a full slogan series.
Set-Building Angle
- Collect one example of each modified denomination.
- Separate pre-slogan and slogan versions.
- Prioritize UNC examples before circulation wear does what circulation wear always does: quietly ruin the party.
Market Potential
This is not necessarily a rare note at issue. Its appeal comes from symbolism, completion and variety tracking. Modern circulation notes often begin cheaply, then become harder to find in perfect condition once the initial wave disappears into wallets.
That is the window collectors should understand. The note may be common, but a clean, early example with the right variety markers is never a bad thing to put aside.
Best Buying Logic
- Do not overpay just because the note is new.
- Buy for condition and series completeness.
- Document the year and variety clearly.
Sources and Further Research
This article was prepared from specialist reporting, issuer material where available, and auction or collector-market references. GlobeNote has rewritten the material as an original collector guide rather than a translated copy of the source articles.
- MRI Guide: source page
- National Bank of Ukraine: source page
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the modified Ukraine 100 hryvnia banknote enter circulation?
The National Bank of Ukraine announced that modified 100 hryvnia banknotes would enter cash circulation from 16 June 2026.
What is the main visible change?
The reverse includes the patriotic slogan Glory to Ukraine! Glory to the Heroes!, while the basic 2014 design and security architecture remain the reference.
Do old 100 hryvnia banknotes need to be exchanged?
No. The NBU stated that earlier 100 hryvnia banknotes remain legal tender and do not need to be specially exchanged.
Why is this issue interesting to collectors?
It completes the modified slogan series across the Ukrainian banknote range and creates a clear 2026 variety for modern collectors.
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