5 Euros (Banded demoiselle) 2023 front 5 Euros (Banded demoiselle) 2023 back
5 Euros (Banded demoiselle) 2023 photo
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5 Euros Banded demoiselle

2023 year
Copper-nickel (CuNi25, 75% Cu, 25% Ni) 9.68 g 27.25 mm
Description
Issuer
Federal Republic of Germany
Period
Federal Republic (1949-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2023
Value
5 Euros 5 EUR = USD 5.49
Currency
Euro (2002-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel (CuNi25, 75% Cu, 25% Ni)
Weight
9.68 g
Diameter
27.25 mm
Thickness
2.2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled, Coloured
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#380974
Rarity index
33%

Reverse

A banded demoiselle flying over some reed seen from above.

Script: Latin

Lettering: GEBÄNDERTE PRACHTLIBELLE

Translation: Calopteryx splendens (banded demoiselle)

Designer: Detlef Behr

Edge

Smooth with inscription

Script: Latin

Lettering: WUNDERWELT INSEKTEN •

Translation: WONDER WORLD OF INSECTS

Comment

Issue date: 9 November 2023

Interesting fact

The Banded Demoiselle coin features a unique design that showcases the beauty of a dragonfly in flight. The coin's reverse side features a stylized image of a dragonfly with its wings spread, while the obverse side bears the inscription "Banded Demoiselle" and the year of issue, "2023." The coin's design is meant to highlight the importance of conservation and protecting endangered species, like the Banded Demoiselle dragonfly, which is native to Germany and other parts of Europe.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2023 J 100000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Euros (Banded demoiselle) 2023 coin.