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5 Reais Olympic Games Rio 2016 - Cycling / Golden Lion Tamarin
| Issuer | Casa da Moeda do Brasil |
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| Year | 2015 |
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| Weight | 27 g |
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| Obverse description | The obverse depicts a dynamic cycling scene set within the Tijuca Forest, with a rider in motion amid lush tropical vegetation and the Chinese Pavilion visible in the background, evoking the Rio 2016 Olympic road cycling venue. The Rio 2016 Games official logo appears in the upper field, while the legend BRASIL is inscribed along the lower portion of the design. The composition is rendered in high relief with fine naturalistic detail characteristic of Brazilian commemorative coinage. |
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| Reverse description | The reverse features a golden lion tamarin (Leontopithecus rosalia) portrayed in naturalistic detail amid dense tropical foliage, serving as a symbol of Brazil's endangered wildlife and biodiversity. The face value CINCO REAIS (5 REAIS) is inscribed prominently in the field, accompanied by the date 2015. The design emphasizes the environmental theme associated with the Rio 2016 Olympic Games and Brazil's commitment to ecological awareness. |
| Reverse script | Latin |
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