10 Euros Gaudí - El Capricho
2002 year| Silver (.925) | 27 g | 40 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Juan Carlos I (1975-2014) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2002 |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#45398 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Modernist building Villa Quijano, popularly known as El Capricho.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
gaudí 2002 Barcelona
10 EURO
M
EL CAPRICHO
Edge
Reeded
Comment
For the International Year-Gaudi, the FNMT-RCM joined in the commemoration of the 150th anniversary of the birth of this magnificent artist by launching a series of coins as a tribute to his life and work.
Antoni Gaudí i Cornet (25 June 1852 – 10 June 1926) was a Catalan architect and designer from Spain, known as the greatest exponent of Catalan Modernism. Gaudí's works have a highly individualized, sui generis style. Most are located in Barcelona, including his main work, the church of the Sagrada Família.
Villa Quijano, popularly known as El Capricho, is a modernist building located in the Cantabrian town of Comillas. It was designed by Antoni Gaudí and built between 1883 and 1885.
Interesting fact
The Gaudí - El Capricho coin features a unique design inspired by the works of Antoni Gaudí, a famous Spanish architect and designer. The coin's design incorporates elements of Gaudí's distinctive style, including intricate patterns and shapes that resemble the ornate details found in his buildings and sculptures. This coin is a beautiful representation of Spanish art and culture, making it a valuable collector's item for anyone interested in the works of Gaudí or Spanish history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 M | 25000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Euros (Gaudí - El Capricho) 2002 coin.
