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5 ECU Europa
| Issuer | Istituto Poligrafico e Zecca dello Stato |
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| Year | 1993 |
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| Diameter | 35 mm |
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| Obverse description | The denomination '5 ECU' is prominently displayed in the center of the field, with the inscription 'MEDAGLIA DA' above it. Twelve five-pointed stars are arranged in a ring around the central value, evoking the flag of the European Community. The engraver's signature 'R. MAURI' and the fineness mark 'Ag986' appear in the lower portion of the inner field. The outer legend reads 'COMUNITA ECONOMICA EUROPEA' above and 'ITALIA' below, separated by ornamental chain borders. |
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| Reverse description | The reverse depicts the mythological scene of the Abduction of Europa, showing Europa riding upon a bull (Zeus in disguise) as it gallops rightward through the waves. Europa is shown with flowing drapery and hair, her arms raised dramatically, accompanied by a putto figure to the right. The scene is rendered in high relief with fine sculptural detail, signed 'M.L.' in the exergue. The circular legend 'ISTITUTO POLIGRAFICO E ZECCA DELLO STATO' surrounds the design, with the date '1993' at the base, all within an ornamental chain border. |
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| Mintage | 1993 - Proof - 20,000 |
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