100 Euros 200 years of the Prado Museum - Leone Leoni
2019 year| Gold (.999) | 6.75 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Felipe VI (2014-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2019 |
| Value | 100 Euros 100 EUR = USD 110 |
| Currency | Euro (2002-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.999) |
| Weight | 6.75 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#185006 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Fragment of the sculptural work «Carlos V», produced by Leone Leoni towards 1553.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LEONE LEONI
ESPAÑA
2019
Translation: Spain
Edge
Reeded
Comment
As the year 2019 marks the 200th anniversary of the opening of Museo Nacional del Prado, Fábrica Nacional de Moneda y Timbre-Real Casa de la Moneda is dedicating the sixth issue of the collection Treasures of Spanish Museums to this major event.
The complete set is comprised of six coins: three gold 2-escudo coins and three square pieces in silver.
The reverse of each of the coins, which are finished in proof quality, is illustrated with a small display of some of the most iconic works kept at the Prado. The obverse, which is common to all, reproduces the logo of the Prado Bicentenary, together with an image of the seated statue of Velázquez, which was executed by Aniceto Marinas in 1899 and now stands in front of Puerta de Velázquez at the Prado.
The Museo del Prado, officially known as Museo Nacional del Prado, is the main Spanish national art museum, located in central Madrid. It houses collections of European art, dating from the 12th century to the early 20th century, based on the former Spanish royal collection, and the single best collection of Spanish art.
Leone Leoni (c. 1509 – 22 July 1590) was an Italian sculptor of international outlook who travelled in Italy, Germany, Austria, France, Spain and the Netherlands. Leoni is regarded as the finest of the Cinquecento medallists. He made his reputation in commissions he received from the Habsburg monarchs Charles V, Holy Roman Emperor and Philip II of Spain.
Interesting fact
The 200 years of the Prado Museum - Leone Leoni coin is a unique piece, minted to commemorate the bicentennial of the renowned Prado Museum in Madrid, Spain. Its designer, Leone Leoni, was an Italian sculptor who was commissioned to create several works for the museum, including the famous statue of King Charles III. The coin's design features an image of the statue on one side and the museum's logo on the other, making it a distinctive collector's item for art enthusiasts and history buffs.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 M | 2500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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