5 Euros Zuikis Puikis
2022 year| Silver (.925) | 12.44 g | 28.70 mm |
| Issuer | Lithuania |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1990-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2022 |
| Value | 5 Euros 5 EUR = USD 5.49 |
| Currency | Euro (2015-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 12.44 g |
| Diameter | 28.70 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#332689 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 78% |
Reverse
The reverse of the coin depicts Zuikis Puikis, the main hero of the fairy tale written by the poet Eduardas Mieželaitis, having fun on his way to school and skittering on a path which finally leads to the number 2. The impression is enhanced by his friends, forest animals, which are telling the story of this fairy tale. The right side features the name of the fairy tale “Zuikis Puikis”, while the composition also has a gaming element: hidden alphabet letters that need to be found
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ZUIKIS PUIKIS
S F H R M K Z U B C D
2
Designer: Eglė Ratkutė-Žemaitė
Edge
Stylized bunnies
Comment
Individual embossed elements of the composition of the silver coin are covered with colour using UV printing (laser printing)The fairy tale is written by Eduardas Mieželaitis
https://monetos.lb.lt/uploads/documents/files/lankstinukai%20EN/ZuikisPuikis_EN.pdf
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Zuikis Puikis 5 Euro coin from Lithuania is that it features a unique design that showcases the country's rich cultural heritage. The coin's obverse side features a traditional Lithuanian folk instrument, the kanklės, which is a type of stringed instrument that is played with a bow. The reverse side of the coin features a stylized image of a Lithuanian folk dance, complete with intricate patterns and designs that are typical of traditional Lithuanian folk art. This coin is a beautiful representation of Lithuania's cultural traditions and is a must-have for any coin collector interested in unique and visually stunning coins.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 LMK | 2750 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Euros (Zuikis Puikis) 2022 coin.
