| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| Year | 2024 |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Value | 15 Euro Cents |
| Currency | Euro (2002-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.9999) |
| Weight | 3.111 g |
| Diameter | 16.25 mm |
| Thickness | |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Engraver(s) | |
| In circulation to | |
| Reference(s) | KM#1577 |
| Obverse description | Motifs and legends of a `Columnario type of an 8 Reales coin`: two hemispheres under the royal crown, flanked by the columns of Hercules, all over a sea with waves. |
|---|---|
| Obverse script | Latin |
| Obverse lettering |
FELIPE VI REY DE ESPAÑA PLUS ULTRA 1/10 ONZA 999,9 ORO (Translation: Felipe VI King of Spain Further beyond 1/10 Ounce 999,9 Gold) |
| Reverse description | Carthusian horse galloping. |
| Reverse script | Latin |
| Reverse lettering |
CABALLO CARTUJANO 15 EURO CENT M 2024 (Translation: Carthusian horse) |
| Edge | Reeded |
| Mint |
(M) Royal Mint of Spain (Real Casa de la Moneda), Madrid, Spain (1591-date) |
| Mintage |
2024 M - Reverse Proof - 25 000 |
| Numisquare ID | 1154331640 |
| Additional information |
Historical Context: The 2024 15 Euro Cents gold bullion coin, under King Felipe VI, highlights Spain's modern role in precious metals. This 3.111-gram (.9999 fine) gold piece, a non-circulating asset, targets investors and collectors. It links Spain's rich gold coinage legacy with its Eurozone membership. The Carthusian horse, a revered Spanish breed, emphasizes national cultural heritage, presenting a distinct motif in a global bullion format, reflecting the Real Casa de la Moneda's strategic numismatic diversification.
Artistry: The design, featuring the majestic Carthusian horse, exemplifies the Real Casa de la Moneda's artistic prowess. While specific engraver details are often proprietary for modern bullion, the style aligns with the Mint's contemporary school: detailed realism and sculptural precision. The Carthusian horse, a symbol of