6 Euro Winter Olympic Games – Ski Jumping, Predazzo

Emisor Italy
Año 2025
Tipo Non-circulating coin
Valor 6 Euros (6 EUR)
Moneda Euro (2002-date)
Composición Silver (.999)
Peso 31.104 g
Diámetro 38.61 mm
Grosor
Forma Round
Técnica Milled
Orientación Medal alignment ↑↑
Grabador(es)
En circulación hasta
Referencia(s)
Descripción del anverso In the centre the official logo of the Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026. Arch-shaped the inscription “REPUBBLICA ITALIANA”.
Escritura del anverso Latin
Leyenda del anverso REPUBLICA ITALIANA MILANO CORTINA 2026
Descripción del reverso In the centre, the official pictogram of the Olympic specialty of ski jumping. Arch-shaped, the inscription “GIOCHI OLIMPICI INVERNALI DI MILANO CORTINA 2026”, immediately under an arch, “PREDAZZO”, the city that will host the ski jumping competitions. On the left, adjacent to the pictogram, the signature of the designer “PETRASSI”. At the bottom, “R”, identifying the Mint of Rome and “2025”, the year of the coin’s issue; on the right, the coin’s value “6 EURO”.
Escritura del reverso Latin
Leyenda del reverso GIOCHI OLIMPICI INVERNALI DI MILANO CORTINA 2026 PREDAZZO R 2025 PETRASSI 6 EURO
Canto Continuous coarse milled
Casa de moneda R
Rome, Italy (476-date)
Tirada 2025 R - Proof - 2 500
ID de Numisquare 8151716920
Información adicional

Historical Context: Issued by the Republic of Italy in 2025, this 6 Euro commemorative coin celebrates the Winter Olympic Games, specifically the ski jumping events held in Predazzo. As a modern nation, Italy's numismatic output in this era reflects its cultural heritage and global sporting contributions. This issue anticipates the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics, with Predazzo being a key venue. The coin underscores Italy's commitment to international sport and its rich alpine traditions.

Artistry: While the specific engraver for this 2025 issue is not yet publicly attributed, the design likely emerges from the skilled artisans of the Istituto Poligrafico e Zecca dello Stato. The stylistic school is contemporary realism, often infused with dynamic energy typical of athletic themes. The obverse prominently features a ski jumper mid-flight, capturing the exhilaration and precision of the sport. The background depicts the iconic Predazzo ski jump against the dramatic backdrop of the Dolomites, emphasizing the scenic Italian alpine setting.

Technical/Grading: Struck in .999 fine silver, weighing 31.104 grams with a 38.61 mm diameter, this coin is designed for collectors. High-points for strike quality would include the intricate details of the ski jumper’s equipment, the texture of the snow, and the architectural lines of the ski jump structure. As a modern commemorative, it is expected to exhibit a flawless proof strike, characterized by deeply mirrored fields and sharply frosted devices, ensuring exceptional contrast and pristine surface preservation.

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