5 Euros (Passito and Sicilian Cannolo) 2021 front 5 Euros (Passito and Sicilian Cannolo) 2021 back
5 Euros (Passito and Sicilian Cannolo) 2021 photo
© Royal Dutch Mint

5 Euros Passito and Sicilian Cannolo

2021 year
Copper-nickel 10.30 g 26.95 mm
Description
Issuer
Italy
Period
Republic (1946-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2021
Value
5 Euros 5 EUR = USD 5.49
Currency
Euro (2002-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
10.30 g
Diameter
26.95 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled, Coloured
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#314765
Rarity index
82%

Reverse

Composition of representative elements of Sicily: the Temple of Concordia of the Valley of the Temples in Agrigento, the Stylized Ancient Theater of Taormina, an almond branch, a wave of the sea and the Triscele, female head with three bent legs, also called Trinacria, symbol of Sicily and an integral part of the Sicilian flag.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
SAPORI D'ITALIA
5 EURO
R
2021

Translation: FLAVOURS OF ITALY

Designer: Maria Carmela Colaneri

Edge

Milled.

Interesting fact

The 5 Euro Passito and Sicilian Cannolo coin from Italy features a unique design that showcases the country's rich culinary heritage. The coin's reverse side features a depiction of a Sicilian cannolo, a traditional pastry dessert that consists of tube-shaped shells filled with sweet ricotta cheese. The obverse side features a stylized image of a bunch of grapes, which represents the Passito wine, a sweet dessert wine made from sun-dried grapes. This coin is a great collector's item for anyone interested in numismatics, Italian culture, or culinary delights.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2021 R 12000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Euros (Passito and Sicilian Cannolo) 2021 coin.