Can you imagine paying with a 5 euro coin? Until now this has not been the approach since the issuance of the euro and its currencies since 2002, although we recognize the most common ones, such as the one and two euros. A few days ago the news has been issued that there will be a new 5 euro coin, designed for collectors.
When a new coin is issued for collectors it is quite a novelty, since arouses great interest among lovers of numismatics. These coins are designed and designed for collectors with precious materials, regional symbols and with a certificate of authenticity.
What is the new 5 euro coin like?
The Mint and Stamp Factory Every so often, it issues a batch of coins for collectors. Between 2010 and 2012 it already launched its 5 euro coins, with a value of up to 7 times its amount and where they are now among the most sought after. Some were issued 20.000 copies, now being a gem for collectors.
Now there is a new issue of 5 euro coin, with a diameter of 33 mm, a thickness of 2,33 mm and a weight of 13,5 grams. It is made up of 925 thousandths of silver and with a new initiative, to rededicate this collection for its lovers and dedicated to the capitals of the different autonomous communities.
In his face you can see the monument or the motif that represents each place and on the obverse you can see the shield and the name of the community. Therefore, it is about a collection of 52 coins, one for each province that makes up Spain and together with the autonomous cities of Ceuta and melilla.
According to its nomenclature, The value of these coins is 5 euros, but with a value 7 times higher than what is issued. This little gem It actually costs 36,30 euros, since it is made of silver. You can also purchase the complete collection of these coins for a value of 1.887,60 euros.
This coin is already in circulation for whoever wants to receive it and can be purchased within the section Coins on the official website of the Royal Mint. You can choose the province that interests you, or the currencies that are of interest. For example, you can find the coin with Segovia next to the Alcázar; that of Seville with the Torre del Oro and the Giralda; or that of Malaga next to its cathedral.
Hobby for collecting
Coins have always been one of the most sought-after objects by collectors. It is the most similar to have a small treasure in your hands. You should be careful with some coin-selling platforms, as they never offer guarantees or may offer products that are not certified with the seal of authenticity. You can learn more about this topic in the article about how to clean old coins.
This new 5 euro coin coincides with a new circulation. It is the currency of 2 euros that commemorates the 200th anniversary of the National Police and the Cathedral. Alcázar and Archive of the Indies in Seville. It's a cause for celebration, accompanied by the inscription "National Police 1824-2024." So far, one and a half million spherical coins are in circulation, bearing the coat of arms of the State Security Forces.
Other coins that also have their fame
But not all commemorative coins enter circulation. In 2022 the National Currency and Stamp Factory has already issued 50.000 units of coins 15 euro cents, with the drawing of an Iberian lynx on the reverse. Its value was not 15 cents, but 217 euros.
Another coin that also has its fame is a 2 euro coin with the face of the American actress Grace Kelly engraved on his face. It is one of the most appreciated coins of Monaco in 2007, with a price around 3.000 euros per copy. The scandal lies in the fact that some collectors have paid up to 20.000 euros per unit.
We can also find another coin that was already in circulation in 1869. It is an ancient relic of 5 pesetas and that the fans have paid up 40.000 euros per copy.
This piece is found on the web pages of Coin Collectors. It is designed by Luis Marchionni and is unique because it has a series of characteristics that make it unique. It is also reminiscent of the peseta that was in circulation in 1895. It is not known exactly how many units there may be, It is estimated that 100 copies, but it's not official. It is known that this coin was issued in a small number of units, which makes it even more unique. You can read more about valuable coins in the article about most valuable coins.
Esta new 5 euro coin with the provinces of Spain, will continue its course in the following years. It is dedicated to a tribute to the European Union, for the path it has traveled since the course of the euro until today. These currencies can be used throughout the euro zone and do not mean the withdrawal of the old currencies nor will they allow them to become undervalued.