© Tucidides
© Tucidides
10 Pesetas Pablo de Sarasate
1994 year| Copper-nickel (75% copper, 25% nickel) | 4 g | 18.5 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Juan Carlos I (1975-2014) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1994 |
| Value | 10 Pesetas (10 ESP) |
| Currency | Peseta (1868-2001) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel (75% copper, 25% nickel) |
| Weight | 4 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.7 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 28 February 2002 |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#11041 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 11% |
Reverse
Violin and face value.
Script: Latin
Lettering: 10 PTAS
Unabridged legend: 10 Pesetas
Engraver: Luis Antonio Garcia Ruiz
Comment
Pablo Martín Melitón de Sarasate y Navascués (10 March 1844 – 20 September 1908), commonly known as Pablo de Sarasate, was a Spanish (Navarrese) violinist, composer and conductor of the Romantic period. His best known works include Zigeunerweisen (Gypsy Airs), the Spanish Dances, and the Carmen Fantasy.
Interesting fact
The interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design, showcasing an image of Pablo de Sarasate, a renowned Spanish violinist and composer, on one side, and the Spanish coat of arms on the other. This coin was minted to commemorate the 150th anniversary of Sarasate's birth and is a rare and valuable collector's item for coin enthusiasts and music lovers alike.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 M | 3050000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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