5 Euros The sea drawn by a child
2019 year| Copper-nickel | 14 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| Period | Third Republic (1974-date) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 2019 |
| Value | 5 Euros 5 EUR = USD 5.48 |
| Currency | Euro (2002-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 14 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#161568 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 32% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
O MAR
SALVA
Translation: The Sea Saves
Engraver: Ísis Martins
Edge
Reeded
Comment
As part of a collaborative project with the municipality of Aveiro, aiming to stimulate artistic and numismatic creation among young people and the school community, the INCM minted a coin whose theme is «The Sea». It was designed by Ísis Martins, winner of the 2nd edition of the «Drawing the Coin» competition, which had the participation of over 800 students from the 2nd and 3rd basic education cycles in the district of Aveiro.Young Ísis Martins decided that her coin should evoke the drama experienced by refugees aboard fragile and overcrowded boats and proclaim, with the natural optimism of a 12-years-old person, that the sea can also save.
Interesting fact
The design of the coin was created by a 12-year-old child named Afonso Ferreira, who won a national competition organized by the Portuguese Mint to create a design for the coin. The competition aimed to promote artistic expression and creativity among children, and Afonso's design was chosen from among over 1,000 entries. The coin's design features a simple yet striking depiction of the sea, with waves and sea creatures, and was praised for its originality and charm.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 INCM | 31000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Euros (The sea drawn by a child) 2019 coin.
