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5 Euros Lourinhanosaurus antunesi
2022 year| Copper-nickel | 14 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| Period | Third Republic (1974-date) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 2022 |
| Value | 5 Euros 5 EUR = USD 5.48 |
| Currency | Euro (2002-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 14 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#329728 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 38% |
Reverse
A new-born dinosaur looking about.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
Lourinhanosaurus antunesi
JOANA BRUNO – CASA DA MOEDA
Designer: Joana Bruno
Comment
The discovery of this dinosaur proved to be particularly interesting and unique as, in addition to the skeletons ofthree individuals, one of them quite complete, in 1993 a nest with more than one hundred eggs was also found.
Interesting fact
The Lourinhanosaurus antunesi coin features a unique design that showcases the fossilized remains of the Lourinhanosaurus antunesi, a species of carnivorous theropod dinosaur that lived during the Late Jurassic period, approximately 150 million years ago. The coin's design is based on a fossil discovered in the Lourinhã Formation in Portugal, which is considered one of the most important paleontological discoveries in the country's history. The coin's unique design makes it a standout among other commemorative coins and a must-have for collectors interested in paleontology and dinosaurs.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 INCM | 30000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Euros (Lourinhanosaurus antunesi) 2022 coin.
