5 Diners (Rossell's Manual Digest) 1998 front 5 Diners (Rossell's Manual Digest) 1998 back
5 Diners (Rossell's Manual Digest) 1998 photo
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5 Diners Rossell's Manual Digest

1998 year
Silver (.925) (92.50% silver, 7.50% copper) 30.22 g 38 mm
Description
Issuer
Andorra
Co-prince
Joan Martí i Alanis (1971-2003)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1998
Value
5 Diners (5&nbspADD)
Currency
Diner (1977-2014)
Composition
Silver (.925) (92.50% silver, 7.50% copper)
Weight
30.22 g
Diameter
38 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#323256
Rarity index
91%

Reverse

Stylized ink drawing of an eagle

Script: Latin

Lettering:
250è ANIVERSARI DE LA PUBLICACIÓ DEL MANUAL DIGEST
1748-1998

Translation: 250th Anniversary of the publication of the "Manual Digest"

Edge

Plain

Comment

NOTE: According 2018 Standard Catalog of World Coins, 1901-2000, 45th Edition, theres is an error in the Subject of the coin "Rossell’s Manual Digest, 150th Anniversary" instead of 250th Anniversary.

The Manual Digest book, written in 1748 by Antoni Fiter i Rossell, is the compilation of the history, the government and the uses and customs of Andorra. It is popularly known as the Andorran Bible. In the Manual Digest the Andorran historical archives are transcribed, beginning with the documents of Charlemagne and Ludovico Pío. In addition, it collects a whole series of sayings and moral norms under the name of "maxims". It is a continuation of traditional Catalan customary law, based on Roman and canon law and initiated in the Usatges of Barcelona.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design, showcasing the Rossell's Manual Digest, which is a book written by the Andorran philosopher and writer, Xavier Rossell. The coin's design highlights the importance of literature and culture in Andorra's history and heritage.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1998  10000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Diners (Rossell's Manual Digest) 1998 coin.