5 Euro Mardi Gras
2019 year| Silver (.925) | 12.44 g | 28.7 mm |
| Issuer | Lithuania |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1990-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2019 |
| Value | 5 Euros 5 EUR = USD 5.49 |
| Currency | Euro (2015-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 12.44 g |
| Diameter | 28.7 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#156323 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 74% |
Reverse
The reverse of the coins features distinctive attributes characteristic of Užgavėnės, a lively end-of-winter celebration: in the centre – Morė, the effigy of winter, which is surrounded by a beggar, a crane, a witch baking pancakes, Lašininis, a symbol of winter, Kanapinis, a symbol of spring, and a goat playing an accordion. The composition is surrounded by the inscriptions UŽGAVĖNĖS and the slogan of the celebration: ŽIEMA, ŽIEMA, BĖK IŠ KIEMO! (WINTER, WINTER GO AWAY FROM OUR YARDS!).
Script: Latin
Lettering:
UŽGAVĖNĖS
ŽIEMA ŽIEMA BĖK IŠ KIEMO!
Translation:
MARDI GRAS
WINTER, WINTER GO AWAY FROM OUR YARDS!
Designer: Giedrius Paulauskis
Edge
Smooth with incuse text
Lettering: JEI NEBĖGSI, IŠVARYSIM, SU BOTAGAIS IŠBAIDYSIM!
Translation: IF YOU DO NOT LEAVE, WE WILL BOOT YOU OUT OURSELVES!
Comment
A pad-printing technology was used to create the impression of flames surrounding Morė on the reverse side of the silver coin.Date of issue 19-02-2019
Interesting fact
The Mardi Gras-themed 5 Euro coin from Lithuania is a unique collector's item, as it features a colorful and festive design that showcases the country's cultural heritage. The coin's obverse side features a traditional Mardi Gras mask, while the reverse side depicts a jester's hat and a bouquet of flowers, symbolizing the joy and celebration of the Mardi Gras festival. The coin's silver content and limited mintage make it a valuable addition to any coin collection.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 LMK | 3000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Euro (Mardi Gras) 2019 coin.
