25 Pesetas Discus throw
| 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 |
| Years | 1990-1991 |
| 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#918 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 5% |
Reverse
Logo of Barcelona 92 Summer Olympics on top and Olympic rings on bottom.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
M
25 PTAS
Barcelona'92
Unabridged legend: 25 Pesetas
Engraver: Luis José Díaz Salas
Edge
Plain
Comment
The 1992 Summer Olympics, officially the Games of the XXV Olympiad and officially branded as Barcelona '92, was an international multi-sport event held from 25 July to 9 August 1992 in Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. Beginning in 1994, the International Olympic Committee decided to hold the Summer and Winter Olympics in alternating even-numbered years. The 1992 Summer and Winter Olympics were the last games to be staged in the same year.
Interesting fact
The 25 Pesetas (Discus throw) coin from Spain, issued in 1990-1991, features a unique design that showcases the country's rich athletic history. The coin's obverse side depicts a discus thrower in mid-motion, captured in a dynamic pose that convey's the intensity and power of the sport. This design was chosen to commemorate Spain's successful athletes in the discus throw event, and to promote the country's rich athletic heritage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 M | 65714000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1991 M | 109520000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 25 Pesetas (Discus throw) 1990-1991 coin.
