5 Euros Polar Zone

2021 year


Trimetallic: copper-nickel core, plastic middle ring and copper-nickel outer ring (Cu 81%, Ni 19% / violet polymer / Cu 75%, Ni 25%)	9 g	27.25 mm

Description

Issuer	Federal Republic of Germany
Period	Federal Republic (1949-date)
Type	Non-circulating coin
Year	2021
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% / violet polymer / Cu 75%, Ni 25%)
Weight	9 g
Diameter	27.25 mm
Thickness	2.3 mm
Shape	Round
Technique	Milled, Coloured
Orientation	Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated	2024-10-05

References

Numista	N#284824
Rarity index	22%

Reverse

Depicts an impressive representation of the rugged and wide landscape of the polar climate zone. It shows the massive icebergs above and below the surface of the ocean in a submarine view. The leopard seal skillfully dives into its natural habitat, the ocean.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
NT
POLARE ZONE

Engraver: Natalie Tekampe

Edge

Smooth with inscription

Script: Latin

Lettering: KLIMAZONEN DER ERDE •

Translation: CLIMATE ZONES OF THE EARTH •

Comment

This coin is the final one in the climate zones of the earth series.

The color of the mint Polymer ring is different for each mint.

© Ulmo

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
2021 A	80000	-	-	-	-	-	-
2021 D	80000	-	-	-	-	-	-
2021 F	80000	-	-	-	-	-	-
2021 G	80000	-	-	-	-	-	-
2021 J	80000	-	-	-	-	-	-

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