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10 Euros Columbus - La Niña
| Issuer | Royal Mint of Spain (Real Casa de la Moneda) |
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| Year | 2006 |
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| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
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| Obverse description | The obverse bears a facing portrait of Christopher Columbus as the central effigy, rendered in detailed relief. An astrolabe is depicted in the lower portion of the field, referencing Columbus's role as a navigator. The legend ESPAÑA 2006 appears along the coin's periphery, identifying the issuing nation and year of issue. The design is common to all three coins in this commemorative series honoring Columbus. |
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| Obverse lettering | ESPAÑA 2006 (Translation: SPAIN 2006) |
| Reverse description | The reverse features a detailed depiction of the caravel La Niña under sail, one of the three vessels that accompanied Christopher Columbus on his first voyage to the Americas in 1492. The ship is rendered in high relief with visible rigging and sails. The legend CRISTOBAL COLÓN 1506 - 2006 arcs around the design, commemorating the 500th anniversary of Columbus's death. The denomination 10 EURO, the mint mark M, and the vessel's name LA NIÑA are inscribed within the field. |
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