Catalogo
| Emittente | Italy |
|---|---|
| Anno | 2025 |
| Tipo | Non-circulating coin |
| Valore | 6 Euros (6 EUR) |
| Valuta | Euro (2002-date) |
| Composizione | Silver (.999) |
| Peso | 31.104 g |
| Diametro | 38.61 mm |
| Spessore | |
| Forma | Round |
| Tecnica | Milled |
| Orientamento | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Incisore/i | |
| In circolazione fino al | |
| Riferimento/i |
| Descrizione del dritto | In the centre the official logo of the Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026. Arch-shaped the inscription “REPUBBLICA ITALIANA”. |
|---|---|
| Scrittura del dritto | Latin |
| Legenda del dritto | REPUBLICA ITALIANA MILANO CORTINA 2026 |
| Descrizione del rovescio | In the centre, the official pictogram of the Olympic specialty of speed skating. Arch-shaped, the inscription “GIOCHI OLIMPICI INVERNALI DI MILANO CORTINA 2026”; at the bottom, “MILANO”, the city that will host the speed skating competitions. In the field on the left, “R”, identifying the Mint of Rome and “2025”, the year of the coin’s issue; on the right, “6 EURO”, the coin’s value and, at the bottom, the signature of the engraver “PETRASSI”. |
| Scrittura del rovescio | Latin |
| Legenda del rovescio | GIOCHI OLIMPICI INVERNALI DI MILANO CORTINA 2026 MILANO R 2025 PETRASSI 6 EURO |
| Bordo | Continuous coarse milled |
| Zecca |
R Rome, Italy (476-date) |
| Tiratura |
2025 R - Proof - 2 500 |
| ID Numisquare | 9789200100 |
| Informazioni aggiuntive |
Historical Context: Issued by the Italian Republic in 2025, this 6 Euro coin commemorates the upcoming Winter Olympic Games, specifically highlighting speed skating and the host city of Milan. As part of a commemorative series leading up to the 2026 Milan-Cortina Olympics, it embodies Italy's commitment to international sport and its cultural heritage. This contemporary artifact serves as a testament to national pride and global engagement, reflecting the nation's role as a prominent host of major international events in the modern era.
Artistry: While a specific engraver is not detailed in the provided data, the design typically originates from the skilled artists of the Istituto Poligrafico e Zecca dello Stato. This piece likely adheres to a modern, dynamic realist style, capturing the intense motion and grace of a speed skater. The design would feature the athlete in full stride, emphasizing fluidity and speed, potentially incorporating subtle architectural elements representative of Milan or the iconic Olympic rings, blending athletic prowess with national identity.
Technical/Grading: Struck in .999 fine silver, weighing 31.104 grams and measuring 38.61 millimeters, this coin exemplifies modern minting precision. Key high-points for grading would include the intricate details of the skater’s equipment, the dynamic lines of motion, and any fine textures on the ice or background elements. Collectors should anticipate a brilliant, sharp strike with full luster, characteristic of proof or high-grade brilliant uncirculated issues from the Italian Mint, ensuring crisp definition in all design elements and minimal surface imperfections.