10 Euros Hydroelectric Power
2021 year| Silver (.900) | 18 g | 34 mm |
| Issuer | Slovakia |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1993-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2021 |
| Value | 10 Euros 10 EUR = USD 11 |
| Currency | Euro (2009-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 18 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#285843 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 76% |
Reverse
The reverse image depicts, in the lower right quadrant, the Kremnica underground hydroelectric power plant and, on the left side, the mine’s surface buildings connected with the Turčekovský water pipeline and with subterranean mine workings. The lower left quadrant includes an upper aperture on to a rail switch inside the mine and a lower aperture showing water flowing out of the adit. The words ‘PODZEMNÁ VODNÁ ELEKTRÁREŇ KREMNICA’ (Kremnica underground hydroelectric plant) are inscribed along the edge of the design. The coin’s denomination and currency ‘10 EURO’ appears in the space above the image. In the top part of the image are the years ‘1921’ and ‘2021’, separated by the mining symbol of a hammer and pick.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
10 EURO
1921 2021
PODZEMNA VODNA ELEKTAREN KREMNICA
Engraver: Dalibor Schmidt
Designer: Štefan Novotný
Comment
Around the town of Kremnica, miners have for centuries been drawing out natural treasures from the earth. The need to find a symbiosis between mining activity and water, which for miners is a good servant but bad master, gave rise to electricity generation, something we take for granted today. Located in spaces at the level of Kremnica’s Main Hereditary Adit, 245 metres below ground, an underground hydroelectric plant has since 1921 been transforming strong flowing water into electrical energy. It is a major feat of technical prowess. The length of the adit between shaft IV at Kremnica and its outlet at the Hron River is 11 km. The elevation over that distance is only 5.5 metres, and in places the water seems to flow into the hill. Shaft IV is today the only operational shaft at this location. The shaft, engine room, and hoist still operate in their original condition. With water flowing in at a rate of 1 200 litres per second, the plant has a generating capacity of 2.16 MW. With such plants being rare in Europe, the underground hydroelectric plant in Kremnica has been designated a Slovak national cultural heritage site. Its operator, the mining company Kremnická banská spoločnosť, s.r.o., aims to maintain the plant’s uniqueness and beauty, just as we have inherited it.Interesting fact
The Hydroelectric Power coin from Slovakia features a unique design that showcases the country's commitment to renewable energy. The coin's reverse side features a depiction of a hydroelectric dam, with water flowing through turbines to generate electricity. This design not only highlights the importance of sustainable energy sources but also serves as a reminder of the country's rich history in hydroelectric power generation. In fact, Slovakia is home to some of the largest hydroelectric power plants in Europe, including the Gabčíkovo Dam, which is one of the largest dams in the world. By featuring this design on the coin, Slovakia is not only promoting its commitment to renewable energy but also celebrating its rich history and achievements in this field.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 6200 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Euros (Hydroelectric Power) 2021 coin.
