5 Euros (Arctic Adventure)
Austria • 5 Euros • Silver (.800) • 2014
- Denomination
- 5 Euros
- Issuer
- Austria
- Struck
- 2014
- Composition
- Silver (.800)
- Currency
- Euro
- Weight
- 10 g
- Diameter
- 28.5 mm
- Catalog refs
- KM 3231a · Schön 415a
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Where it came from
The 2014 Austrian 5 Euro coin, themed 'Arctic Adventure', was released by the Austrian Mint as part of their long-running series of bimetallic coins. These pieces were developed to celebrate various aspects of Austrian culture, nature, and technological achievements, intended primarily for collectors rather than standard circulation. The design team at the Mint focused on the harsh beauty of polar environments, creating a visual narrative that highlights the challenges faced by explorers and the resilience of arctic wildlife.
The coin features an intricate design by Mint engravers, utilizing a copper center surrounded by a silver ring, which allows for the high relief detail necessary to capture the frosted textures of the arctic scene. Upon its release, the coin was well received by the numismatic community for its thematic departure from historical commemoratives and its high level of technical craftsmanship. It remains a popular piece for those who appreciate the aesthetic range of modern Austrian coinage.
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