Portugal Launches its First ‘Flagship Coin’
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Alberto Pereira
abr 23, 2026
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Portugal’s Emblematic Coin (Gold Proof – 1/4 oz)Baiba ŠimeIn 2026, Portugal will launch its first flagship coin, minted in gold in 1-ounce and 1/4-ounce denominations, to serve as an ambassador for national iconography on the international market. Designed by Baiba Šime, it features the Cross of Christ on the obverse and, on the reverse, the coat of arms with the five shields and seven castles. From 2026 onwards, the coin will be issued annually, reflecting the historical evolution of the Portuguese coat of [...]
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World's Highest Score: Curaçao and Saint Martin Win the IBNS Award
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Alberto Pereira
abr 20, 2026
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The 200-gulden note from Curaçao and Sint Maarten has been named the “Banknote of the Year” for 2025 by the prestigious International Bank Note Society (IBNS).This accolade highlights the note’s excellence in design, colour and innovative security features, which saw it outshine around 100 new banknotes issued globally that year.Highlights of the Winning Banknote (200 Gulden) Theme: Part of a new series themed ‘World Under the Sea’, the 200 Gulden note features a predominantly purple colour scheme. De [...]
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2026 Numismatic Plan: FIFA World Cup and CGD’s 150th Anniversary
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Alberto Pereira
abr 20, 2026
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Discover the themes, designs, creators and technical details of the commemorative coins that the Portuguese Mint will be minting this year.This issue programme comprises 14 commemorative coins (12 collector’s coins and 2 circulation coins), which will highlight significant events, figures and elements of Portuguese and world culture.Among the new releases, the ‘Emblematic Coin of Portugal’, designed by the sculptor Baiba Šime, stands out as the country’s first flagship coin, offering an alternative investme [...]
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