50 Euro Cent
Croatian Svan euro cent
Croatia · 2023
The obverse of the coin features a portrait of Nikola Tesla, the Serbian-American inventor, electrical engineer, mechanical engineer, and futurist, surrounded by magnetic field lines and a checkerboard pattern. The word "HRVATSKA" (Croatia) is inscribed at the top, and the year "2023" is visible to the right of Tesla's head. The twelve stars of the European Union are placed around the outer ring.
- Country
- Croatia
- Year
- 2023
- Denomination
- 50 Euro Cent
- Metal
- Nordic Gold (89% Copper, 5% Aluminium, 5% Zinc, 1% Tin)
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Overview
The obverse of the coin features a portrait of Nikola Tesla, the Serbian-American inventor, electrical engineer, mechanical engineer, and futurist, surrounded by magnetic field lines and a checkerboard pattern. The word "HRVATSKA" (Croatia) is inscribed at the top, and the year "2023" is visible to the right of Tesla's head. The twelve stars of the European Union are placed around the outer ring.
Historical significance
This coin marks Croatia's adoption of the euro as its official currency on January 1, 2023. The choice of Nikola Tesla for the 50, 20, and 10 cent denominations was a result of a public poll and reflects his significant contribution to science and engineering, with his heritage being linked to Croatia where he was born. The design connects Croatia's national identity with its entry into the Eurozone.
Estimated value
The face value of 0.50 Euro. For uncirculated or special minting conditions, it might command a slight premium to collectors, typically a few euros.
Care & preservation
To preserve the coin's condition, handle it by its edges to avoid transferring oils from your skin. Store it in a cool, dry place, ideally in an archival-safe coin holder, slab, or album. Avoid cleaning the coin as this can damage its surface and decrease its collector's value.
