10 Euros (Don Quixote - Clavileño) 2005 front 10 Euros (Don Quixote - Clavileño) 2005 back
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10 Euros Don Quixote - Clavileño

2005 year
Silver (.925) 27 g 40 mm
Description
Issuer
Spain
King
Juan Carlos I (1975-2014)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2005
Value
10 Euros 10 EUR = USD 11
Currency
Euro (2002-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
27 g
Diameter
40 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#56905
Rarity index
87%

Reverse

Interpretation of the chapter known as "The coming of Clavileño with the end of this long adventure" in which Don Quixote and Sancho are represented on the wooden horse called Clavileño.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
LA VENIDA DE CLAVILEÑO CON EL FIN DESTA DILATADA AVENTURA
10 EURO
M

Translation: The coming of Clavileño at the end of this extended adventure

Edge

Reeded

Comment

The 4th Centenary of the first edition of "The Ingenious Hidalgo Don Quixote de la Mancha", by Miguel de Cervantes, the most recognized novel in world literature, is celebrated in 2005.

Don Quixote is a Spanish novel by Miguel de Cervantes. It was originally published in two parts, in 1605 and 1615. Considered a founding work of Western literature, it is often labelled as the first modern novel and the greatest work ever written. Don Quixote is also one of the most-translated books in the world and one of the best-selling novels of all time.

Interesting fact

The Don Quixote - Clavileño coin features a unique design that takes inspiration from the famous novel by Miguel de Cervantes. The coin's reverse side depicts Don Quixote, the protagonist of the novel, riding his horse and holding a lance, while the obverse side features the portrait of King Juan Carlos I of Spain. The coin's design is the work of the artist José Luis Díaz, who is known for his work in numismatics.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2005 M 18000 - - - - - -

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