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5000 Pesetas - Juan Carlos I Spanish Caravel
1989 year| Silver (.925) | 54 g | 40 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 | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 54 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Thickness | 4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#22644 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 67% |
Reverse
Spanish caravel sailing right.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
: QVINTO : CENTENARIO :
M : 5000 : PTAS : 500
Unabridged legend: 5000 Pesetas
Translation: Fifth Centennary
Engraver: Alfonso Morales Muñoz
Edge
Segmented reeding (BU)
Reeded (Proof)
Comment
The caravel is a small maneuverable sailing ship that uses both lateen and square sails and was known for its agility and speed and its capacity for sailing windward (beating). Caravels were used by the Portuguese and Spanish for the voyages of exploration during the 15th and 16th centuries, in the Age of Discovery.
Interesting fact
The 5000 Pesetas - Juan Carlos I (Spanish Caravel) 1989 coin from Spain features a unique design that showcases a Spanish caravel, a type of sailing ship used during the Age of Exploration. The coin's design is a nod to Spain's rich maritime history and its role in the discovery and exploration of new lands.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 M | 33000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5000 Pesetas - Juan Carlos I (Spanish Caravel) 1989 coin.
