© Nomisma
© Nomisma
50 Euros Portugal
2008 year| Gold (.900) | 16.129 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Italy |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1946-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2008 |
| Value | 50 Euros 50 EUR = USD 55 |
| Currency | Euro (2002-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 16.129 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#111368 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Belem Tower in Lisbon, one of the most representative examples of Manueline style. above the value, while the mint mark is below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
EUROPA DELLE ARTI
50
EURO
GOTICO MANUELINO
R
Translation:
Europe of Arts
50 Euro
Manuelin Gothic
Engraver: Ettore Lorenzo Frapiccini
Edge
Milled
Interesting fact
The 2008 Portugal 50 Euro Gold Coin features a unique design that showcases the country's rich history and culture. The obverse side of the coin depicts the effigy of King Manuel I, who ruled Portugal from 1495 to 1521, while the reverse side features a stunning representation of the Jerónimos Monastery, a beautiful example of Manueline architecture located in Lisbon. The monastery was built in the early 16th century to commemorate Vasco da Gama's voyage to India and is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This coin is a beautiful tribute to Portugal's rich cultural heritage and is a must-have for any collector of numismatic treasures.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 R | 1689 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Euros (Portugal) 2008 coin.
