10 Euros (Don Quixote - Wine leathers) 2005 front 10 Euros (Don Quixote - Wine leathers) 2005 back
10 Euros (Don Quixote - Wine leathers) 2005 photo
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10 Euros Don Quixote - Wine leathers

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#56906
Rarity index
85%

Reverse

Interpretation of the chapter known as "Battle with some wine leathers" in which Don Quixote is depicted stabbing some red wine leathers.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
BATALLA CON UNOS CUEROS DE VINO
10 EURO
M

Translation: Battle with some wine leathers

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 - Wine leathers 10 Euro coin from Spain, minted in 2005, features a unique design that incorporates a piece of wine leather, a traditional Spanish wine-making tool, into the coin's design. This innovative feature adds an extra layer of cultural significance to the coin, making it a truly distinctive collector's item.

Price

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

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