1½ Euro Mardi Gras
2019 year| Copper-nickel | 11.1 g | 27.5 mm |
| Issuer | Lithuania |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1990-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2019 |
| Value | 1.5 Euro 1.50 EUR = USD 1.65 |
| Currency | Euro (2015-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 11.1 g |
| Diameter | 27.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#156324 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 31% |
Reverse
The reverse of the coins features distinctive attributes characteristic of Užgavėnės, a lively end-of-winter celebration: in the centre – Morė, the effigy of winter, which is surrounded by a beggar, a crane, a witch baking pancakes, Lašininis, a symbol of winter, Kanapinis, a symbol of spring, and a goat playing an accordion. The composition is surrounded by the inscriptions UŽGAVĖNĖS and the slogan of the celebration: ŽIEMA, ŽIEMA, BĖK IŠ KIEMO! (WINTER, WINTER GO AWAY FROM OUR YARDS!).
Script: Latin
Lettering:
UŽGAVĖNĖS
ŽIEMA ŽIEMA BĖK IŠ KIEMO!
Translation:
MARDI GRAS
WINTER, WINTER GO AWAY FROM OUR YARDS!
Designer: Giedrius Paulauskis
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Date of issue 19-02-2019Interesting fact
The Mardi Gras coin from Lithuania features a unique design that showcases the country's cultural heritage. The coin's obverse side features a traditional Lithuanian folk dress, while the reverse side depicts a Mardi Gras mask, symbolizing the festive and celebratory spirit of the holiday. This coin is a great example of how numismatics can be used to promote cultural exchange and understanding between different nations and communities.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 LMK | 30000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1½ Euro (Mardi Gras) 2019 coin.
