50 Euros Antonio Sciortino
2016 year| Gold (.916) | 6.5 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Malta |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1974-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2016 |
| Value | 50 Euros 50 EUR = USD 55 |
| Currency | Euro (2008-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.916) |
| Weight | 6.5 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#86554 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
The reverse of the coins carries a representation of Antonio Sciortino's sculpture 'Dangerous Sport' which the artist produced in 1937.
Lettering:
ANTONIO SCIORTINO
1879 - 1947 ·
'DANGEROUS SPORT'
NGB
50 EURO
Comment
Sciortino is arguably Malta's most internationally acclaimed artist. He spent most of his working life in Rome where he produced a large number of works including 'Dangerous Sport'. Sciortino's concern with capturing movement is evident in this artwork, which heralded the style so symbolic of the artist's distinctly futurist oeuvre.Interesting fact
The interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design by renowned Maltese artist Antonio Sciortino, which makes it stand out from other coins.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 1000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Euros (Antonio Sciortino) 2016 coin.
