5 Euros (Monastery of Santa María la Real de Las Huelgas) 2013 front 5 Euros (Monastery of Santa María la Real de Las Huelgas) 2013 back
5 Euros (Monastery of Santa María la Real de Las Huelgas) 2013 photo
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5 Euros Monastery of Santa María la Real de Las Huelgas

2013 year
Silver (.925) 13.50 g 33 mm
Description
Issuer
Spain
King
Juan Carlos I (1975-2014)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2013
Value
5 Euros 5 EUR = USD 5.49
Currency
Euro (2002-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
13.50 g
Diameter
33 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#160690
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

On the back of the piece an image of the main facade of the Monastery of Santa María la Real de Las Huelgas, in the city of Burgos, is reproduced.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
MONASTERIO DE SANTA MARÍA LA REAL DE LAS HUELGAS
5 EURO

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Patrimonio Nacional is the denomination received in Spain by the public body, dependent on the Ministry of the Presidency, Relations with the Courts and Equality, dedicated to the care and maintenance of assets historically linked to the Crown of Spain.
The monastery of Santa María la Real de las Huelgas, popularly known as Las Huelgas Monastery, located in the city of Burgos (Castilla y León, Spain), is a monastery of the Cistercian monastery congregation of San Bernardo. It was founded in 1187 by King Alfonso VIII of Castile and his wife Leonor de Plantagenet.

Interesting fact

The Monastery of Santa María la Real de Las Huelgas, which is depicted on the 5 Euro coin, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most important medieval monasteries in Europe. It was founded in the 12th century and has been a place of pilgrimage for centuries, attracting visitors from all over the world. The monastery is known for its stunning architecture, beautiful gardens, and rich history, and it continues to be an important cultural and religious site today.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2013 M 7000 - - - - - -

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