5 Pesetas

5 Pesetas - Islas Baleares

Spain · 1997

The reverse features a Minorcan horse and rider performing a 'bot' (rearing on hind legs) with the text '5 PTAS' and 'ISLAS BALEARES'. The obverse typically features King Juan Carlos I.

Country: Spain
Year: 1997
Denomination: 5 Pesetas
Metal: Bronze-aluminium

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Overview

The reverse features a Minorcan horse and rider performing a 'bot' (rearing on hind legs) with the text '5 PTAS' and 'ISLAS BALEARES'. The obverse typically features King Juan Carlos I.

Historical significance

This coin was part of a series issued by Spain in the 1990s celebrating its different autonomous communities and provinces before the adoption of the Euro. This specific coin celebrates the Balearic Islands and their equestrian traditions.

Estimated value

$0.50 - $2.00 USD (depending on condition)

Care & preservation

Handle by the edges to avoid fingerprints. Store in a cool, dry place inside a non-PVC coin holder or capsule. Do not clean with harsh chemicals or abrasive materials as this can ruin the numismatic value.