© Yannis R
© Yannis R
5 Euros Paeonia Parnassica
2022 year| Billon (.333 silver) | 17 g | 31 mm |
| Issuer | Greece |
|---|---|
| Period | Third Hellenic Republic (1974-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2022 |
| Value | 5 Euros 5 EUR = USD 5.49 |
| Currency | Euro (2002-date) |
| Composition | Billon (.333 silver) |
| Weight | 17 g |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#345375 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 77% |
Reverse
A colorized peony.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΕΝΔΗΜΙΚΑ ΦΥΤΑ ΤΗΣ ΕΛΛΑΔΑΣ
PAEONIA PARNASSICA
2022
Translation:
ENDEMIC FLORA OF GREECE
PAEONIA PARNASSICA
2022
Engraver: Maria Andonatou
Edge
Plain
Comment
Of the numerous plants of Greece, few can rival the wild peony in beauty and splendour. The peony has, since antiquity, been praised as «the queen of all herbs» for the incomparable beauty of its large flowers and its healing properties. Its antimicrobial and antiseptic properties have been confirmed by modern studies. It was named Paeonia after the healing god Paeon, who cured Hades from a wound inflicted by an arrow of Herakles and Ares from a wound sustained during the Trojan War. Seven species of peony are found in Greece, of which Paeonia clusii (Crete, Karpathos and Rhodes) and Paeonia parnassica (Mounts Parnassos and Elikonas) are Greek endemics.Interesting fact
The Paeonia Parnassica, which is depicted on the 5 Euro non-circulating coin from Greece, is a rare and endangered species of peony that is endemic to Greece. It is found only on Mount Parnassus, hence its name. The coin's design features a stylized representation of the flower, showcasing its delicate petals and vibrant colors.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 5000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Euros (Paeonia Parnassica) 2022 coin.
