5000 Pesetas - Juan Carlos I Compass rose
1989 year| Gold (.999) | 1.68 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Juan Carlos I (1975-2014) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1989 |
| Value | 5000 Pesetas (5000 ESP) |
| Currency | Peseta (1868-2001) |
| Composition | Gold (.999) |
| Weight | 1.68 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Thickness | 0.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | 28 February 2002 |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#101973 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Compass rose from ancient marine chart.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
: QVINTO : CENTENARIO :
M : 5000 : PTAS : 500
Unabridged legend: 5000 Pesetas
Translation: Fifth Centennary
Engraver: Rafael Vallejo García
Edge
Segmented reeding (BU)
Reeded (Proof)
Comment
A compass rose, sometimes called a wind rose, rose of the winds or compass star, is a figure on a compass, map, nautical chart, or monument used to display the orientation of the cardinal directions (north, east, south, and west) and their intermediate points. It is also the term for the graduated markings found on the traditional magnetic compass.
Interesting fact
The 5000 Pesetas - Juan Carlos I (Compass rose) coin from Spain, made of Gold (.999) and weighing 1.68g, features a unique design that includes a compass rose on the reverse side, symbolizing the monarch's role as the guide and protector of the nation.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 M | 8143 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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