Spain. 5 ECU 1989 – Carlos V – 1 onza de plata 925 (No reserve price)

Spain – 5 ECU 1989 – Charles V – 1 troy ounce of 0.925 silver – FNMT – Original wooden case

Spanish 5 ECU commemorative coin, minted in 1989 by the Fábrica Nacional de Moneda y Timbre (Royal Mint, Madrid), dedicated to Emperor Charles V, Charles I of Spain.

An interesting numismatic issue related to the history of Spain and European monetary integration prior to the introduction of the euro.

The coin is made of 925 fine silver and contains a pure troy ounce of silver (31.10 grams).

Obverse:

Representation of the face value “5 ECU”, the inscription “ESPAÑA”, the mint mark and a design with stars that symbolize Europe.

Reverse:

Equestrian representation of Emperor Charles V, inspired by the famous portrait of Charles V at the Battle of Mühlberg, painted by Titian in 1548.

Around the composition appears the Latin inscription “CAES CAROLVS V AVGVSTVS IMPERATOR” and the year 1989.

Numismatic characteristics:

* Country: Spain
* Year: 1989
* Nominal value: 5 ECU
* Issuer: Fábrica Nacional de Moneda y Timbre (FNMT)
* Mint: Madrid
* Commemorated figure: Charles V
* Metal: Silver 925‰
* Official weight: 33.62 grams
* Fine silver content: 31.10 grams (1 troy ounce)
* Diameter: 42 mm
* Thickness: 2.5 mm
* Edge: Reeded
* Issue finish: Proof
* Catalogued mintage: 250,000 copies
* Numismatic reference: X# M24

Presentation and conservation:

The coin is presented with its wooden case, with sliding lid, marked with the value “5 ECU”, the year “1989” and the crowned monogram of the Mint.

The coin presents a good overall appearance, with the reliefs and details clearly visible.

No certificate of authenticity is included.

The photographs are part of the description and show the condition and all included elements.

An attractive piece for collectors of Spanish coins, commemorative silver issues, European history and ECU coins prior to the euro.