Spain 25 Pesetas (Francisco Franco)
Country of Origin: Spain
Year of Issue: 1957 (Actual date in stars typical for this series)
Denomination: 25 Pesetas
Composition: Copper-Nickel (75% copper, 25% nickel)
Brief Description
A silver-colored coin featuring the profile of Francisco Franco and the eagle coat of arms of the Spanish State.
Historical Significance
This coin was issued during the regime of Francisco Franco (Generalissimo). It represents the 'Estado Español' period between the Civil War and the restoration of the monarchy.
Estimated Value
$0.50 - $2.00 in circulated condition; $5 - $15 in uncirculated grades.
Care Instructions
Handle by the edges; avoid cleaning with abrasives as it ruins numismatic value. Store in a PVC-free flip or capsule.
Mint Mark
Star (6-pointed), minted in Madrid, Spain.
Mintage & Rarity
Common; tens of millions minted depending on the specific star year.
Weight & Diameter
8.5 grams / 26.5 mm
Edge
Lettered (UNA GRANDE LIBRE)
Apparent Grade
Extremely Fine - About Uncirculated (appears to have strong details but some light surface marks/blurriness).
Obverse (Front)
Head of Francisco Franco facing right. Legend: 'FRANCISCO FRANCO CAUDILLO DE ESPAÑA POR LA G. DE DIOS' and the series date 1957.
Reverse (Back)
Eagle of Saint John with the Spanish coat of arms, the denomination '25 PTAS', and a crown.
What Drives This Coin's Value
The main value factor is the date inside the tiny six-pointed stars on the reverse; certain star years (like '58' or '59') are more common than others.
Similar Coins
Often confused with the smaller 5 Pesetas or larger 50 Pesetas of the same era/design.
Authenticity & Counterfeit Red Flags
Check the edge lettering 'UNA GRANDE LIBRE'. Modern fakes are rare for this common base-metal coin, but check for clear dates in the tiny stars.
Notable Varieties & Errors
The '1958' and '1959' star dates are most common; later star dates through the 1970s exist for similar types but this copper-nickel 1957 series is the standard type for the era.
Created At: 2026-05-04T15:06:03.738305