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8 Euros Passarola
2007 year| Silver (.500) | 21.1 g | 36 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| Period | Third Republic (1974-date) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 2007 |
| Value | 8 Euros 8 EUR = USD 8.77 |
| Currency | Euro (2002-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.500) |
| Weight | 21.1 g |
| Diameter | 36 mm |
| Thickness | 2.45 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#13289 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 27% |
Reverse
Representation of the first invention of aerostation by Bartolomeu Lourenço de Gusmão (Santos, 1685 - Toledo, 1724), a religious and inventor born in Brazil. He was pejoratively called "the Glider" because of the disclosure in Europe of his inventions through fanciful drawings, which usually presented it as a bird-shaped boat. This invention became known as the Passarola ("Big Bird").
Script: Latin
Lettering:
REALIZAÇOES EUROPEIAS
·A PASSAROLA DE BARTOLOMEU DE GUSMÃO·1709
Engraver: J. M. Espiga Pinto
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The Passarola coin was designed by the Portuguese artist, José Aurélio, and it features a unique and intricate design that showcases the country's rich history and culture. The coin's obverse side features a representation of the Passarola, a traditional Portuguese musical instrument, while the reverse side features a stylized image of the Portuguese coat of arms. The coin's unique design and limited mintage make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists and coin enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 INCM | 69191 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 8 Euros (Passarola) 2007 coin.
