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8 Euros Henry the Navigator
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 8.78 |
| Currency | Euro (2002-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.500) |
| Weight | 21.1 g |
| Diameter | 36 mm |
| Thickness | 2.7 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#13288 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 27% |
Reverse
Portrait of Prince Henry (1394-1460), son of D. John R and D. Philippa of Lancaster, he was the main driver of the discovery, the most remarkable fact in the history of the Portuguese in the world.
With Prince Henrique, Portugal began expansion abroad, the conquest of Ceuta. The Prince was 21 years old a value and military merit, you will then be knighted.
Under the leadership of D. Henrique, before Portugal (1434) Cape Bojador (West Africa) ...
Script: Latin
Lettering: · 2006· D. HENRIQUE O NAVIGADOR INCM·JC PERSONALIDADES EUROPEAIS
Engraver: J. Cutileiro
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The Henry the Navigator coin was designed by the Portuguese artist, José Aurélio, and it features a unique design that incorporates a navigational compass, a map, and a ship, which symbolize Henry the Navigator's role in the Age of Discoveries.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 INCM | 74347 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 8 Euros (Henry the Navigator) 2006 coin.
