1.5 Euro Irrawaddy dolphin

2022 year


Copper-nickel (75% copper, 25% nickel)	15 g	33 mm

Description

Issuer	Spain
King	Felipe VI (2014-date)
Type	Non-circulating coin
Year	2022
Value	1.5 Euro 1.50 EUR = USD 1.65
Currency	Euro (2002-date)
Composition	Copper-nickel (75% copper, 25% nickel)
Weight	15 g
Diameter	33 mm
Shape	Round
Technique	Milled, Coloured
Orientation	Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated	2024-10-07

References

Numista	N#348777
Rarity index	93%

Reverse

On the outside part of the the reverse (common to all the coins), floral designs and animal tracks.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
ANIMALES EN PELIGRO DE EXTINCIÓN
1,5 EURO
· M ·

Translation: Endangered Animals

Edge

Plain

Comment

From its name, Irrawady River Dolphin, one might think that it is a dolphin that inhabits only this river, but it is a saltwater species that lives mainly in rivers close to the coast, in estuaries and mouths of some large Asian rivers, such as the Irawady, Mekong, Ganges or Mahakham, among others. Their range extends from the Bay of Bengal to New Guinea, the northern coast of Australia and the Philippines.
These marine mammals live in small groups of only 5-6 individuals. Adults are about 2.5 metres long and can weigh up to 130 kg, and can live to be 30 years old. They are particularly respected and protected in some coastal human populations, as they assist fishermen in their catches by directing schools of fish towards their nets. They are slow-swimming dolphins compared to other dolphin species, but their expressive mobile head and ability to spit water when surfacing has unfortunately made them an attractive and popular dolphinarium animal.
Although strict conservation measures have been taken by some countries, this dolphin species is in serious danger of extinction. Pollution, habitat reduction and destruction, and accidental death in fishing nets are some of the threats facing this endemic Southeast Asian dolphin species.

Interesting fact

The Irrawaddy dolphin coin from Spain features a unique design, showcasing the country's commitment to conservation efforts. The coin's obverse side depicts the Irrawaddy dolphin, also known as the Orcaella brevirostris, swimming in the ocean. The reverse side features the coat of arms of Spain, surrounded by the inscription "1.5 EURO" and the year of issue, "2022." This coin is a non-circulating coin, meaning it is not intended for general circulation and is instead produced in limited quantities for collectors.

Price

Date	Mintage	VG	F	VF	XF	AU	UNC
2022 M	5000	-	-	-	-	-	-

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1.5 Euro (Irrawaddy dolphin) 2022 coin.