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8 Euros First Railway In Portugal
2006 year| Silver (.500) | 21.1 g | 36 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| Period | Third Republic (1974-date) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 2006 |
| Value | 8 Euros 8 EUR = USD 8.77 |
| Currency | Euro (2002-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.500) |
| Weight | 21.1 g |
| Diameter | 36 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#12587 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 26% |
Reverse
Railroad, and on each side of the line on the right the coat of arms of the city of Carregado, and on the left the coat of arms of the city of Lisbon. Near the edge the inscriptions in Portuguese 150 years of the first railway line Lisbon-Carregado 1856 2006.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
150 ANOS DA PRIMEIRA LINHA FÉRREA LISBOA CARREGADO
H BATISTA INCM
·1856·2006·
Engraver: H. Batista
Edge
Fine grooves.
Interesting fact
The Circulating commemorative coin 8 Euros (First Railway In Portugal) 2006 from Portugal made of Silver (.500) weighing 21.1 g has a unique design that features a steam locomotive, which represents the first railway line that was built in Portugal in the 19th century. The coin's design also includes the inscription "1856-2006" to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the first railway line's construction.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 INCM | 76589 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 8 Euros (First Railway In Portugal) 2006 coin.
