10 Euros Tree Beekeeping

2020 year


Silver (.925)	23.3 g	34 mm

Description

Issuer	Lithuania
Period	Republic (1990-date)
Type	Non-circulating coin
Year	2020
Value	10 Euros 10 EUR = USD 11
Currency	Euro (2015-date)
Composition	Silver (.925)
Weight	23.3 g
Diameter	34 mm
Shape	Round
Technique	Milled, Coloured
Orientation	Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated	2024-10-06

References

Numista	N#228298
Rarity index	82%

Reverse

The reverse of the coin depicts an old Lithuanian beekeeping tradition of harvesting honey from tree hollows: having climbed in to a tree, a beekeeper, his head shielded with a beekeeping veil, is harvesting honey next to a swarm of bees. It also bears the inscription DREVINĖ BITININKYSTĖ (TREE BEEKEEPING).

Script: Latin

Lettering: DREVINĖ BITININKYSTĖ

Translation: TREE BEEKEEPING

Designer: Vytautas Narutis

Edge

Smooth with stylised images of bee

Comment

Date of issue 19-08-2020

Interesting fact

The 10 Euro Tree Beekeeping coin from Lithuania features a unique design that showcases the importance of beekeeping in the country. The coin's reverse side features an image of a beekeeper tending to a hive, surrounded by trees and foliage. This design highlights the crucial role that bees play in pollinating trees and other plants, as well as the importance of sustainable forestry practices in maintaining healthy ecosystems. The coin's obverse side features the Lithuanian coat of arms and the inscription "Lietuva" (Lithuania), further emphasizing the coin's national pride and heritage. Overall, this coin serves as a beautiful tribute to Lithuania's rich beekeeping traditions and commitment to environmental sustainability.

Price

Date	Mintage	VG	F	VF	XF	AU	UNC
2020 LMK	2500	-	-	-	-	-	-

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