


© Handzumgrus
5 Euros Planet Earth
2016 yearTrimetallic: copper-nickel core, plastic middle ring and copper-nickel outer ring (Cu 81%, Ni 19% / blue polymer / Cu 75%, Ni 25%) | 9.0 g | 27.25 mm |
Issuer | Federal Republic of Germany |
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Period | Federal Republic (1949-date) |
Type | Non-circulating coin |
Year | 2016 |
Value | 5 Euros 5 EUR = USD 5.49 |
Currency | Euro (2002-date) |
Composition | Trimetallic: copper-nickel core, plastic middle ring and copper-nickel outer ring (Cu 81%, Ni 19% / blue polymer / Cu 75%, Ni 25%) |
Weight | 9.0 g |
Diameter | 27.25 mm |
Thickness | 2.3 mm |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled, Coloured |
Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#82985 |
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Rarity index | 21% |
Reverse
The inner core displays a dotted matrix of the Earth while the outside circle represents space. In between the two is a blue polymer ring representing Earth's atmosphere.
Lettering: KN
Engraver: Stefan Klein
Edge
Smooth with inscription.
Script: Latin
Lettering: BLAUER PLANET ERDE · BLAUER PLANET ERDE ·
Translation: Blue Planet Earth · Blue Planet Earth ·
Comment
The box of Proof CoinsThe Flyer
Mintmark indicates
A - Berlin
D - Munich
F - Stuttgart
G - Karlsruhe
J - Hamburg
The color of the blue Polymer ring is different for each mint from light blue to a very dark blue.
© Ulmo
Numismatic letter:
The German Ministry of Finance, who distributes the coins, has a website showing the new coin design:
http://www.fuenf-euro-muenze.de/film.html
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique trimetallic composition, with a copper-nickel core, a plastic middle ring, and a copper-nickel outer ring. This distinctive design not only gives the coin a distinctive look but also makes it durable and resistant to wear and tear.
Price
Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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2016 A | 50000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
2016 D | 50000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
2016 F | 50000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
2016 G | 50000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
2016 J | 50000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Euros (Planet Earth) 2016 coin.