Katalog
| Emitent | Italy |
|---|---|
| Rok | 2025 |
| Typ | Non-circulating coin |
| Nominał | 25 Euro Cents |
| Waluta | Euro (2002-date) |
| Skład | Copper-nickel |
| Waga | 7.00 g |
| Średnica | 22.25 mm |
| Grubość | 2.15 mm |
| Kształt | Round |
| Technika | Milled |
| Orientacja | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Rytownik(zy) | |
| W obiegu do | |
| Źródło(a) | KM#557 |
| Opis awersu | In the centre, the official logo of the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games. Arche-shaped, the inscription “Repubblica Italiana”. In the right field, the “R”, identifying the Mint of Rome, and “2025”, the year of the coin’s issue. |
|---|---|
| Pismo awersu | Latin |
| Legenda awersu | REPUBLICA ITALIANA MILANO CORTINA 2026 R 2025 |
| Opis rewersu | In the centre, a view of the Dolomites mountains, UNESCO heritage site, which characterises the landscape of the city of Cortina d’Ampezzo. Arch-shaped, the inscription “Giochi Olimpici Invernali di Milano Cortina 2026”. In the field, at the top left, “1/4 EURO”, the coin’s value, and at the bottom, the signature of the engraver “PETRASSI”. |
| Pismo rewersu | Latin |
| Legenda rewersu | GIOCHI OLIMPICI INVERNALI DI MILANO CORTINA 2026 1/4 EURO PETRASSI |
| Krawędź | Segmented reeding |
| Mennica |
R Rome, Italy (476-date) |
| Nakład |
2025 R - - 150 000 |
| ID Numisquare | 7369779960 |
| Dodatkowe informacje |
Historical Context: The 1/4 Euro Winter Olympic Games - Cortina, issued by the Italian Republic in 2025 (KM#557), commemorates the XXVI Olympic Winter Games in Milan-Cortina in 2026. This issuance a year prior highlights Italy's significant role as a multi-time Olympic host and its deep connection to winter sports. The coin underscores national pride and anticipation for this prestigious international event, celebrating athletic achievement and Italy's rich cultural heritage.
Artistry: Designed by artists of the Zecca dello Stato, the Italian State Mint, this 2025 issue follows a contemporary European numismatic aesthetic. The artistry blends dynamic realism with symbolic representation, characteristic of modern sporting commemoratives. The design is expected to feature iconic elements: stylized athletes in action, the Olympic rings, and perhaps the majestic Dolomite mountains surrounding Cortina d'Ampezzo, capturing the spirit of the games and the beauty of the host region.
Technical/Grading: Struck in copper-nickel (7.00 grams, 22.25 millimeters), this coin is anticipated to exhibit a generally full strike, typical of modern minting. Key high-points for grading include fine details of depicted athletes, intricate Olympic rings, and precise topographical features. Collectors should examine these areas for sharpness and completeness. Well-preserved specimens will display excellent luster and crispness across fields and devices, reflecting a high standard of production, though minor contact marks are possible.