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5 Euros Aristides de Sousa Mendes

2021 year
Copper-nickel (75% copper 25% nickel) 14 g 30 mm
Description
Issuer
Portugal
Period
Third Republic (1974-date)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
2021
Value
5 Euros 5 EUR = USD 5.48
Currency
Euro (2002-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel (75% copper 25% nickel)
Weight
14 g
Diameter
30 mm
Thickness
2.55 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#299173
Rarity index
37%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering:
ARISTIDES DE SOUSA MENDES
1885 – 1954
UM JUSTO ENTRE AS NAÇÕES

Designer: José Viriato

Edge

Reeded

Comment

A man of courage
A tribute from the Portuguese Republic to this inspiring man. The coin is also dedicated to the victims of the Holocaust, to all of those who were able to save themselves, and to the heroes who helped them. On the obverse, Aristides de Sousa Mendes' resolute gaze invites us to follow his example of courage. On the reverse, the five main values that guided his actions are framed by a V of victory, impelling us never to forget the horrors of the past.

Interesting fact

The coin features a portrait of Aristides de Sousa Mendes, a Portuguese diplomat who is known for his role in saving thousands of Jews and other persecuted individuals during World War II. He was recognized as a Righteous Among the Nations by the State of Israel in 1966 for his heroic actions.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2021  25000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Euros (Aristides de Sousa Mendes) 2021 coin.