2000 Pesetas - Juan Carlos I Barcelona
1999 year| Silver (.925) | 27 g | 40 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Juan Carlos I (1975-2014) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1999 |
| Value | 2000 Pesetas (2000 ESP) |
| Currency | Peseta (1868-2001) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 27 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 28 February 2002 |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#20014 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 73% |
Reverse
Detail of the royal coat of arms of James I, sculpted by Jordi Johan in the year 1400, on the Gothic façade of the City Hall.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1249-1999 BARCELONA 750 ANYS DE GOVERN MUNICIPAL
· 2000 PTAS ·
Unabridged legend: 2000 Pesetas
Translation: 750 years of Municipal Administration
Engraver: Esther González Pastor
Edge
Reeded
Comment
In 1249, James I created the fundamental structure of the municipal government of Barcelona: a board of advice of four members, helped by eight counselors and an assembly of probi homines (leaders), all them members of the mà major (Catalan for senior hand, or the upper class formed by wealthy merchants).
Interesting fact
The 2000 Pesetas - Juan Carlos I (Barcelona) 1999 coin from Spain features an error in its minting process, where the outer rim of the coin was not properly struck, resulting in a rare and unique "double rim" effect. This error has made the coin highly sought after by collectors, increasing its value and making it a fascinating piece of numismatic history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 M | 30000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2000 Pesetas - Juan Carlos I (Barcelona) 1999 coin.
