5 Euros Valencia

2012 year


Silver (.925)	13.5 g	33 mm

Description

Issuer	Spain
King	Juan Carlos I (1975-2014)
Type	Non-circulating coin
Year	2012
Value	5 Euros 5 EUR = USD 5.49
Currency	Euro (2002-date)
Composition	Silver (.925)
Weight	13.5 g
Diameter	33 mm
Shape	Round
Technique	Milled
Orientation	Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated	2024-10-07

References

Numista	N#45453
Rarity index	87%

Reverse

Queen Sofia Palace of the Arts

Script: Latin

Lettering:
5 EURO
PALAU DE LES ARTS
REINA SOFÍA

Translation: Queen Sofia Palace of the Arts

Edge

Reeded

Comment

The Palau de les Arts Reina Sofia is part of the architectural complex of the City of Arts and Sciences of Valencia. It is an impressive building, over 40,000 m2 in area and 75 meters high, built by the Valencian architect Santiago Calatrava. Surrounded by more than 60,000 m2 of garden and 11,000 m2 of sheets of water, inside it houses four scenic spaces for performances of opera, music, ballet and theater. The Palau de les Arts Reina Sofía is also home to the Orchestra of the Comunitat Valenciana.

Interesting fact

The 5 Euro Valencia coin from Spain, made of Silver (.925) and weighing 13.5g, features a unique design that showcases the city of Valencia's rich history and culture. The coin's reverse side features an image of the City of Arts and Sciences, a complex of futuristic buildings and museums designed by architect Santiago Calatrava, which has become a symbol of Valencia's modernization and innovation. The obverse side features a portrait of King Juan Carlos I, the reigning monarch at the time the coin was issued. This coin is a great example of how numismatics can combine art, history, and culture in a single piece.

Price

Date	Mintage	VG	F	VF	XF	AU	UNC
2012 M	20000	-	-	-	-	-	-

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Euros (Valencia) 2012 coin.