5 Euros Sistine Chapel Frescoes Unveiling
2012 year| Silver (.925) | 18 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Italy |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1946-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2012 |
| Value | 5 Euros 5 EUR = USD 5.49 |
| Currency | Euro (2002-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 18 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#37874 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 75% |
Reverse
Detail of the ignudo as a reference to the allegory wich gives unity to the whole project of the Sistine Chapel´s ceiling.On the right, the arch-shaped inscription "CAPPELLA SISTINA";together with the years 1512 and 2012 also the coin´s year of issue; below, on the left, the face value "EURO 5" and the mintmark "R".
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CAPPELLA SISTINA
R
EURO 5
1512
2012
Translation:
SISTINE CHAPEL
R
5 EURO
1512-2012
Engraver: Maria Carmela Colaneri
Interesting fact
The Sistine Chapel Frescoes Unveiling coin features an exclusive design that showcases a part of Michelangelo's famous fresco "The Creation of Adam," which is housed in the Sistine Chapel in the Vatican City.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 R | 7000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Euros (Sistine Chapel Frescoes Unveiling) 2012 coin.
