1st Series Numismatic Treasures
Introduction
A new series of collector coins was set under way in 2008 and given the name "Numismatic Treasures". This series will reproduce outstanding pieces from Spanish numismatics and will be continued in forthcoming years.
For this first edition, dedicated to the Roman aureus and the Greek drachma, the Spanish Royal Mint proceeded to strike a coin in .999 gold which, together with the double 4-reales coin in silver, makes up this new set.
Details
Minted in Proof quality, the collector coins in this first series of Numismatic Treasures come in stylish jewel cases.
Name | Face value | Weight | Diameter | Quality | Mint run |
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Coin minted in .999 gold | 20 € | 1,24 g | 13,92 mm | Proof | 12.000 |
Double 4 reales in silver | 10 € | 27g | 33 mm | Proof | 12.000 |
Coin minted in .999 gold
The obverse of the coin displays the front side of a Roman aureus issued during the mandate of Augustus.
The reverse reproduces the back side of the Roman aureus with the legend "Ob Civis Servatos".
Prices
Official retail price in Spain, excluding any relevant taxes:
The Set
Case containing 2 coins - 121 Euros (*)
Individual coins
Coin minted in .999 gold - 77 Euros (**)
Double 4-reales - 44 Euros
(*) Sets containing gold and silver coins: VAT will be applied only to the silver coins.
(**) Coin minted in .999 gold: exempt from VAT in EU member states.