25 Pesetas Canary Islands
1994 year| Aluminium bronze (88.4% copper, 5% nickel, 5% aluminium, 1% iron, 0.6% manganese) | 4.2 g | 19.5 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Juan Carlos I (1975-2014) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1994 |
| Value | 25 Pesetas (25 ESP) |
| Currency | Peseta (1868-2001) |
| Composition | Aluminium bronze (88.4% copper, 5% nickel, 5% aluminium, 1% iron, 0.6% manganese) |
| Weight | 4.2 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.6 mm |
| Shape | Round with a round hole |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 28 February 2002 |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#779 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 4% |
Reverse
Tribute to Cesar Manrique Sea on the shore of Martiánez.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
25 PTAS
CANARIAS
M
Unabridged legend: 25 Pesetas
Translation: Canaries
Engraver: Garcilaso Rollán Sánchez
Edge
Plain
Comment
The Canary Islands, also known informally as the Canaries, are a Spanish region, autonomous community and archipelago in the Atlantic Ocean. At their closest point to the African mainland, they are 100 kilometres (62 miles) west of Morocco and the Western Sahara. They are the southernmost of the autonomous communities of Spain. The islands have a population of 2.2 million people and are the most populous special territory of the European Union.
Interesting fact
The 25 Pesetas coin from the Canary Islands, issued in 1994, features a unique design that showcases the archipelago's rich cultural heritage. On the obverse side, the coin depicts a traditional Canarian folk dance, known as the "Danza de los Viejitos" or "Dance of the Old Men." This dance is a popular form of folk music and dance that originated in the Canary Islands and is characterized by its lively rhythm and colorful costumes. The reverse side of the coin features a stylized image of a palm tree, which is a common motif in Canarian art and architecture. The coin's design serves as a celebration of the Canary Islands' rich cultural traditions and its beautiful natural landscapes.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 M | 242566000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 25 Pesetas (Canary Islands) 1994 coin.
