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1 Diner Our Lady of Meritxell
2013 year| Brass | 12.2 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Andorra |
|---|---|
| Co-prince | Joan Enric Vives i Sicília (2003-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2013 |
| Value | 1 Diner (1 ADD) |
| Currency | Diner (1977-2014) |
| Composition | Brass |
| Weight | 12.2 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Thickness | 2.90 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#57515 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 51% |
Reverse
Replica of the Romanesque carving of Our Lady of Meritxell from the 12th century
Script: Latin
Lettering: MARE DE DÉU DE MERITXELL
Translation: Our Lady of Meritxell
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The Sanctuary of Our Lady of Meritxell is a basilica located in the town of Meritxell, in the Andorran parish of Canillo. It worships the Virgin of Meritxell, patron saint of the Principality of Andorra.The original image of the sculpture was a Romanesque carving from the 12th century whose shoes were popularly known as the "Mare de Déu dels Esclops" and which was destroyed in the fire of 1972. The current image has been referred to as faithfully as possible is located at the new Sanctuary of Meritxell
Interesting fact
The 1 Diner (Our Lady of Meritxell) 2013 coin from Andorra features a unique design, showcasing the country's rich cultural heritage. The obverse side of the coin depicts the image of Our Lady of Meritxell, the patron saint of Andorra, while the reverse side features the coat of arms of the country. This coin is a non-circulating coin, meaning it is not intended for general circulation and is instead produced in limited quantities for collectors and numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Diner (Our Lady of Meritxell) 2013 coin.
