Cook Island Issues IYA2009 Commemorative Coins
These coins are from Cook Island issued for the International Year of Astronomy 2009, in commemoration of the very celebration. There are 10 beautiful coins which are very picturesque and spectacular. The obverse side of all the 10 coins are same, and the reverse sides are minted with the planets of the solar system. Therefore, in a nutshell, it can be said that this Cook Island numismatic collection features the solar system.
The obverse of these 10 coins features the Queen Elizabeth II, with a face value of $1. The below is the image of the obverse side of the IYA2009 coin issued by Cook Island.
The 10 reverse sides depict the the Sun, 8 planets of the solar system, Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, and the solar system, itself in a single reverse side. Significantly the designers of these Cook Island IYA2009 coins has associated Roman & Greek mythology with coins, for each of the reverse side also features a portrait of corresponding God or Goddess from the ancient mythology. Additionally they also have in them astrological symbols of each planetary body, represented.
Here are the reverse sides and the obverse side again of IYA2009 Cook Island coins.
Here are the specifications of IYA2009 Commemorative Coins of Cook Island
Diameter : 40.0 mm
Weight : 27.0 g
Composition : Copper (Cu), silver plated with padprinting
Mintage : 5 000
In fact this Polynesian island has the largest variety of IYA2009 coins issued by a single country. These elegant IYA2009 coins of Cook Island come enclosed in an official box with certificates as follows.
The obverse of these 10 coins features the Queen Elizabeth II, with a face value of $1. The below is the image of the obverse side of the IYA2009 coin issued by Cook Island.
The 10 reverse sides depict the the Sun, 8 planets of the solar system, Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, and the solar system, itself in a single reverse side. Significantly the designers of these Cook Island IYA2009 coins has associated Roman & Greek mythology with coins, for each of the reverse side also features a portrait of corresponding God or Goddess from the ancient mythology. Additionally they also have in them astrological symbols of each planetary body, represented.
Here are the reverse sides and the obverse side again of IYA2009 Cook Island coins.
Here are the specifications of IYA2009 Commemorative Coins of Cook Island
Diameter : 40.0 mm
Weight : 27.0 g
Composition : Copper (Cu), silver plated with padprinting
Mintage : 5 000
In fact this Polynesian island has the largest variety of IYA2009 coins issued by a single country. These elegant IYA2009 coins of Cook Island come enclosed in an official box with certificates as follows.
IYA2009 Commemorative Coins of Greece
The above is the commemorative coin of IYA2009, issued by Greece in 2009. To your left is the obverse side bearing the face value of 10 Euros. The obverse features in middle a wreath of olive leaves encircling an inscription from a book. There are also 7 stars brought out in different sizes.
The reverse side of the coin represents 8 stars, 7 of which are quite similar to those of obverse along with an additional start which is in the center of the coin in bright color. In addition the tittle "2009 International Year of Astronomy" is engraved in Greek in the below border of reverse.
When compared to other IYA2009 coins of different countries, the Greek coin is somewhat different from the design, as it is not a perfect circle in shape, but a unique shape as seen above.
Here are some specifications of this IYA2009 coin of Greece
Title: International Year of Astronomy
Grade: Proof
Details: The International Year of Astronomy (IYA2009) is a year-long celebration of astronomy, taking place in 2009 to coincide with the 400th anniversary of the first recorded astronomical observations with a telescope by Galileo Galilei and the publication of Johannes Kepler's Astronomia nova in the 17th century.
Diameter - 28.25mm
Thickness - 1.92mm
Weight - 9.75gr
Composition - Silver .925 (sterling)
Edge: Shaped edge with fine scallops
Mintage: 5,000 pieces
Here is another photo of the same coin.
IYA2009 Commemorative Coins of France
France has come up with 4 versions of commemorative coins issued in celebration of International Year of Astronomy 2009. In fact France has the most valuable of all the IYA2009 numismatic collection, which is a graceful golden coin, valued at $2,000. This French IYA2009 coin, issued by the Paris Mint is the first domed coin of IYA collection, having convex (slightly bent upward in center , just like a lens) and concave surfaces on obverse & reverse sides respectively.
The physical properties of the coin gives the idea that the French have stuck to the facts of IYA2009, itself and the 40th anniversary of the first even Lunar landing by humans, embracing the legendary footage of Neil Armstrong back in 1969, which gave a dramatic boost to the then space exploration.
Here is the silver version of the IYA2009 coin of France.
The obverse as seen to your left, is depicted with the commemoration of 40th anniversary of Apollo 11, first lunar landing. The obverse is apparently covered with a finely crafted very 1st foot print of Neil Armstrong. There are also the face value of 10 Euros, denomination, mint, the Year of 2009 plus an inscription in French meaning the "40th anniversary to the first landing in Moon", lie in the obverse.
The reverse appears quite simple, resembling a planetarium like insight. It appears as such that the dome of the sky, complete with the stars all over the reverse. The Saturn is highlighted there in the top with much bigger print. The lower edge is made creative with the astronomical symbolic forms of planets, starting with closest Moon and going through all the way to Pluto. Yes Pluto is there but not in its standard symbol (♇). It's also noteworthy that Earth is missing in the queue.
As told earlier you can feel the golden coin, if you visualize the the above coin made up of gold and blue gold instead, with the face value of $ 200. There are 2 amazing facts about this gold coin, that the coin itself weighs just 1 ounce and the other is that this beauty is marketed for a lump sum of $ 2,000, 1000% of its original face value.
The above-pictured coin is minted with 10,000 pieces, where as its 163.8 gram version has a mintage of 500 pieces, and 8.45 gram gold coin being minted with 1000 pieces plus the most expensive gold and blue gold version coming up with 1000 pieces, weighing 31.104 grams.
The coin has a face value of €10 and is 90% silver, weighing in at 22.2 gm with a diameter of 37 mm. It has a maximum mintage of 10,000 pieces. The coin was also available in a 500-mintage 163.8 gm (5.77 oz) version, a 1000-mintage 8.45 gm (0.30 oz) gold one, and then the 1000-mintage 31.104 gm (1.1 oz) gold with blue gold plate version.
Here are some parameters of the Silver version of 4 coins issued by Paris Mint.
Specifications
Artist: Atelier de Gravure
Weight: 22,20 g = 0,78 oz
Diameter: 37 mm = 1,46 inch
Mintage: 10 000
Metal: Silver 90%
Quality: Proof
Face value: 10€
Here is also another image.
The physical properties of the coin gives the idea that the French have stuck to the facts of IYA2009, itself and the 40th anniversary of the first even Lunar landing by humans, embracing the legendary footage of Neil Armstrong back in 1969, which gave a dramatic boost to the then space exploration.
Here is the silver version of the IYA2009 coin of France.
The obverse as seen to your left, is depicted with the commemoration of 40th anniversary of Apollo 11, first lunar landing. The obverse is apparently covered with a finely crafted very 1st foot print of Neil Armstrong. There are also the face value of 10 Euros, denomination, mint, the Year of 2009 plus an inscription in French meaning the "40th anniversary to the first landing in Moon", lie in the obverse.
The reverse appears quite simple, resembling a planetarium like insight. It appears as such that the dome of the sky, complete with the stars all over the reverse. The Saturn is highlighted there in the top with much bigger print. The lower edge is made creative with the astronomical symbolic forms of planets, starting with closest Moon and going through all the way to Pluto. Yes Pluto is there but not in its standard symbol (♇). It's also noteworthy that Earth is missing in the queue.
As told earlier you can feel the golden coin, if you visualize the the above coin made up of gold and blue gold instead, with the face value of $ 200. There are 2 amazing facts about this gold coin, that the coin itself weighs just 1 ounce and the other is that this beauty is marketed for a lump sum of $ 2,000, 1000% of its original face value.
The above-pictured coin is minted with 10,000 pieces, where as its 163.8 gram version has a mintage of 500 pieces, and 8.45 gram gold coin being minted with 1000 pieces plus the most expensive gold and blue gold version coming up with 1000 pieces, weighing 31.104 grams.
Just think what amount of monetary gain that the Paris Mint has gained simply with the gold and blue gold version, It's simple math . 1000 pieces each worth $ 2,000. $ 2,000,000 ! Think about the amount of astronomy that they could do!
The coin has a face value of €10 and is 90% silver, weighing in at 22.2 gm with a diameter of 37 mm. It has a maximum mintage of 10,000 pieces. The coin was also available in a 500-mintage 163.8 gm (5.77 oz) version, a 1000-mintage 8.45 gm (0.30 oz) gold one, and then the 1000-mintage 31.104 gm (1.1 oz) gold with blue gold plate version.
Here are some parameters of the Silver version of 4 coins issued by Paris Mint.
Specifications
Artist: Atelier de Gravure
Weight: 22,20 g = 0,78 oz
Diameter: 37 mm = 1,46 inch
Mintage: 10 000
Metal: Silver 90%
Quality: Proof
Face value: 10€
Here is also another image.
Romania, Issues Commemorative Coins + Medal for IYA2009
This set of coins contains issued by Romania in celebration of International Year of Astronomy 2009 comes with elegant numismatic markup, together with a medallion issued for the same cause. This medallion is made up of silver and looks gorgeous as below.
The obverse side of this medal presents the official logo of the International Year of Astronomy 2009 and the inscription "ANUL INTERNATIONAL AL ASTRONOMIEI ROMANIA 2009" which is translated to "International Year of Astronomy 2009 ROMANIA.
The reverse side of this medal features in the center, a graphical composition that symbolizes the Astronomical Observatory of the Romanian Academy in Bucharest, the telescope of Galileo Galilei, his portrait and the planets of the Solar System. Outside this center arc lies the inscription "DESCOPERA SINGUR UNIVERSUL", meaning Universe Yours to Discover, the general theme of IYA2009.
The Romanian IYA2009 coins have been put into circulation from 28th August, 2009 with a mintage of 1000 coins. They come with the face values of 1 ban, 5 bani, 10 bani and 50 bani.
(US 1$ = 295.57 bani)
The obverse side of this medal presents the official logo of the International Year of Astronomy 2009 and the inscription "ANUL INTERNATIONAL AL ASTRONOMIEI ROMANIA 2009" which is translated to "International Year of Astronomy 2009 ROMANIA.
The reverse side of this medal features in the center, a graphical composition that symbolizes the Astronomical Observatory of the Romanian Academy in Bucharest, the telescope of Galileo Galilei, his portrait and the planets of the Solar System. Outside this center arc lies the inscription "DESCOPERA SINGUR UNIVERSUL", meaning Universe Yours to Discover, the general theme of IYA2009.
The Romanian IYA2009 coins have been put into circulation from 28th August, 2009 with a mintage of 1000 coins. They come with the face values of 1 ban, 5 bani, 10 bani and 50 bani.
(US 1$ = 295.57 bani)
Features of Silver Medallion
- Composition: 800/1000 silver;
- Weight: 15.50 grams;
- Diameter: 28 mm;
- Edge: Smooth;
- Quality: proof;
- Circulation: 1000 copies;
Hungary Issues a Medallion for IYA2009
This story is bit different from others, Normally you expect to read about an IYA2009 coin issued by some country. This is in fact a medallion, issued by the Hungary. The Hungarian Numismatic Society took the initiative in issuing this commemorative medallion in celebration of IYA2009, International Year of Astronomy 2009.
Below you can see the image of both sides of this commemorative medal, which has been issued together with a plastic capsule. The medal has a shiny lacquer surface and it's much beautiful to see it live rather than just this image.
The obverse side of this medal (to your left) demonstrates the well known logo of IYA2009. But there are 2 differences, that the logo is not in usual bluish color, this time it's brownish. The other is that the logo is etched in Hungarian. However there's an English version of the text reading International Year of Astronomy along the round edge of the medal.
The reverse is illustrated with the famous Hungarian astronomer Jeno Gothard, who died 100 years ago. Beside the portrait of Gothard, one of his greatest discoveries is also depicted on reverse. In 1892 he came up with the discovery that the spectra of Nova Aurigae is very similar to the spectra of planetary nebula. His drawing from his log book is replicated on this elegant IYA2009 medal.
Here are some of the properties of the this IYA2009 Medallion.
Metal: Bronze
Diameter: 42mm (1.65")
Weight: 37.1gramm
Designer: Zsuzsa Csóka
Issued: 200 Pieces
Since there are just only 200 pieces, been issued, this medallion is sort of rarest among all IYA2009 souvenirs/ legacies. It should also be mentioned that there were other 40 samples of this medal made with silver especially for the members of the Hungarian Numismatic Society, who have prepaid for the medal.
This special quote of this Gothard medal was minted by Szabó Mint, Szeged, Hungary.
Below you can see the image of both sides of this commemorative medal, which has been issued together with a plastic capsule. The medal has a shiny lacquer surface and it's much beautiful to see it live rather than just this image.
The obverse side of this medal (to your left) demonstrates the well known logo of IYA2009. But there are 2 differences, that the logo is not in usual bluish color, this time it's brownish. The other is that the logo is etched in Hungarian. However there's an English version of the text reading International Year of Astronomy along the round edge of the medal.
The reverse is illustrated with the famous Hungarian astronomer Jeno Gothard, who died 100 years ago. Beside the portrait of Gothard, one of his greatest discoveries is also depicted on reverse. In 1892 he came up with the discovery that the spectra of Nova Aurigae is very similar to the spectra of planetary nebula. His drawing from his log book is replicated on this elegant IYA2009 medal.
Here are some of the properties of the this IYA2009 Medallion.
Metal: Bronze
Diameter: 42mm (1.65")
Weight: 37.1gramm
Designer: Zsuzsa Csóka
Issued: 200 Pieces
Since there are just only 200 pieces, been issued, this medallion is sort of rarest among all IYA2009 souvenirs/ legacies. It should also be mentioned that there were other 40 samples of this medal made with silver especially for the members of the Hungarian Numismatic Society, who have prepaid for the medal.
This special quote of this Gothard medal was minted by Szabó Mint, Szeged, Hungary.
Ukraine Issues Commemorative Coins for IYA2009
This IYA2009 coin is from Ukraine, in celebration of IYA2009 - International Year of Astronomy 2009. This coin has been in In circulation since October 14, 2009. This elegant coin comes with following specifications.
Denomination: 5 hryvnia (currency of Ukraine)
Metal: Copper-Nickel
Weight: 16.54 g
Diameter : 35 mm
Quality: special uncirculated
Edge: grooved
Mintage: 45 000
Designers: Volodymyr Taran, Oleksandr Kharuk, Sergei Kharuk.
Authors of models: Anatoly Demyanenko, Sviatoslav Ivanenko
On the obverse side of this IYA2009 coin are the Small Coat of Arms of Ukraine and the semicircular inscription НАЦІОНАЛЬНИЙ БАНК УКРАЇНИ (National Bank of Ukraine) plus a composition symbolizing the Cosmos. On the same side one can find the image of Urania (to the left side), the goddess of astronomy, one of the nine Muses in the Greek mythology, and the cosmic space together with a piece of illustration showing the motion of solar system planets. Below that are the year 2009, the year of issuance, the logo of the National Bank of Ukraine Mint and the coin face value 5 ГРИВЕНЬ (5 hryvnias) on the conventionalized scroll.
On the reverse side, is the portrait of Yurii Drohobych , a great Ukrainian scientist/ astronomer (to the right) with his lifetime (1450 – 1494) Thereunder, the International Year of Astronomy logo (to the left) with the legend МІЖНАРОДНИЙ/РІК/АСТРОНОМІЇ (International/year/of astronomy) thereunder; below there are depicted artifacts of cosmic space researchers.
Yurii Drohobych was a Ukrainian astronomer, scientist, philosopher and a great genius who lived in the Ukrainian city of Drohobych. During 1481-1482, he was the rector of University of Bologna. His work IUDICIUM PRONOSTICON ANNI 1483 CURRENTIS (Prognostic Estimation of the Year 1483) was the first printed book of a Ukrainian author.
Denomination: 5 hryvnia (currency of Ukraine)
Metal: Copper-Nickel
Weight: 16.54 g
Diameter : 35 mm
Quality: special uncirculated
Edge: grooved
Mintage: 45 000
Designers: Volodymyr Taran, Oleksandr Kharuk, Sergei Kharuk.
Authors of models: Anatoly Demyanenko, Sviatoslav Ivanenko
On the obverse side of this IYA2009 coin are the Small Coat of Arms of Ukraine and the semicircular inscription НАЦІОНАЛЬНИЙ БАНК УКРАЇНИ (National Bank of Ukraine) plus a composition symbolizing the Cosmos. On the same side one can find the image of Urania (to the left side), the goddess of astronomy, one of the nine Muses in the Greek mythology, and the cosmic space together with a piece of illustration showing the motion of solar system planets. Below that are the year 2009, the year of issuance, the logo of the National Bank of Ukraine Mint and the coin face value 5 ГРИВЕНЬ (5 hryvnias) on the conventionalized scroll.
On the reverse side, is the portrait of Yurii Drohobych , a great Ukrainian scientist/ astronomer (to the right) with his lifetime (1450 – 1494) Thereunder, the International Year of Astronomy logo (to the left) with the legend МІЖНАРОДНИЙ/РІК/АСТРОНОМІЇ (International/year/of astronomy) thereunder; below there are depicted artifacts of cosmic space researchers.
Yurii Drohobych was a Ukrainian astronomer, scientist, philosopher and a great genius who lived in the Ukrainian city of Drohobych. During 1481-1482, he was the rector of University of Bologna. His work IUDICIUM PRONOSTICON ANNI 1483 CURRENTIS (Prognostic Estimation of the Year 1483) was the first printed book of a Ukrainian author.
Czech Republic Issues Coins in Celebration of IYA2009
The Czech National Bank put into circulation a CZK 200 coin last October (2009) in celebration of IYA2009, International Year of Astronomy. The Czech kept their attention more on 400th anniversary of the derivation of Kepler's Laws on planetary motion, by Johannes Kepler. The IYA2009 is also coincident to the 400th anniversary of discovery of Telescope for stellar observation, by Galileo Galilei, back in 1609.
This very special CZK 200 alloy coin is minted in two versions composed of 900 silver pieces and 100 copper pieces, each of which are specified for normal and proof respectively. They slightly vary from their formation of surface and edges.
The small set of 100 proof-quality coins have highly polished fields with plain edges with the inscription in Czech “ČESKÁ NÁRODNÍ BANKA" which means "CZECH NATIONAL BANK"
The normal-quality coins have milled edges with following properties.
Diameter : 31 mm
Weight : 13 g
Thickness : 2.3 mm
Designer : Vojtěch Dostál
The obverse side of this IYA2009 CZK 200 coin depicts the drawing of the orbit of Mars resembling the Johannes Kepler´s famous book “Astronomia Nova”. In addition the name of the state “ČESKÁ REPUBLIKA” - Czech Republic, is etched around edge of the coin. The bottom edge of the coin bears the denomination and abbreviated Czech monetary unit “200 kč” courtesy of Czech Mint, together with the logo of the Europa project, which laid the basis for the IYA2009 CZK 200 coin to be issued.
The reverse side of the coin is featured with the portrait of Johannes Kepler on the background of the illustration of the law of areas, which is the Kepler's 2nd Law of Planetary Motion. The inscription in Czech reading “ KEPLEROVY ZÁKONY POHYBU PLANET“, which could be translated as "Kepler's laws of planetary motion" is positioned at the right-hand edge of the coin. Along opposite edge to that are the years “1609 – 2009”.
If you look more carefully with scrutiny, you'll find out the reversed letter "D" on the same side. This revered D stands for the name of Vojtěch Dostál the 1st designer of this Czech IYA2009 coin, This is carved near to the ear of Kepler.
Each coin comes with a blue postcard-sized catalog card. It is dry-stamped through silver foil. There is also a text given in both Czech and English. This card is the same for the normal-quality and proof-quality coins.
This very special CZK 200 alloy coin is minted in two versions composed of 900 silver pieces and 100 copper pieces, each of which are specified for normal and proof respectively. They slightly vary from their formation of surface and edges.
The small set of 100 proof-quality coins have highly polished fields with plain edges with the inscription in Czech “ČESKÁ NÁRODNÍ BANKA" which means "CZECH NATIONAL BANK"
The normal-quality coins have milled edges with following properties.
Diameter : 31 mm
Weight : 13 g
Thickness : 2.3 mm
Designer : Vojtěch Dostál
The obverse side of this IYA2009 CZK 200 coin depicts the drawing of the orbit of Mars resembling the Johannes Kepler´s famous book “Astronomia Nova”. In addition the name of the state “ČESKÁ REPUBLIKA” - Czech Republic, is etched around edge of the coin. The bottom edge of the coin bears the denomination and abbreviated Czech monetary unit “200 kč” courtesy of Czech Mint, together with the logo of the Europa project, which laid the basis for the IYA2009 CZK 200 coin to be issued.
The reverse side of the coin is featured with the portrait of Johannes Kepler on the background of the illustration of the law of areas, which is the Kepler's 2nd Law of Planetary Motion. The inscription in Czech reading “ KEPLEROVY ZÁKONY POHYBU PLANET“, which could be translated as "Kepler's laws of planetary motion" is positioned at the right-hand edge of the coin. Along opposite edge to that are the years “1609 – 2009”.
If you look more carefully with scrutiny, you'll find out the reversed letter "D" on the same side. This revered D stands for the name of Vojtěch Dostál the 1st designer of this Czech IYA2009 coin, This is carved near to the ear of Kepler.
Each coin comes with a blue postcard-sized catalog card. It is dry-stamped through silver foil. There is also a text given in both Czech and English. This card is the same for the normal-quality and proof-quality coins.
Vatican Issues a Coin for IYA2009
These coins are from the world's smallest state, the Vatican, which has an area of 0.2 square miles. It's so great that Vatican is also joining the team of other European states, Austria, Italy, Germany & San Marino that have issued coins in celebration of IYA2009 - The International Year of Astronomy.
The coin's main focus is the connection of science and faith. The coin is issued with the face value at 2 Euros and it has bimetallic properties much similar to the IYA2009 coin of Austria, which has Silver and Niobium.
The Obverse (to your right) of this 2-Euro coin is featured with the map of Europe, inside the Ring, whereas the reverse is featured with the famous virtuoso Michelangelo, who was an Italian Renaissance painter, sculptor, architect, poet, and engineer. Along with his etched image, there are also important astronomical equipment those were used during the same era, where the prominent Italian astronomer Galileo Galilei also lived.
Type: Bimetallic
Finish: Uncirculated
Designer: Orietta Rossi
Engraver: Maria Carmela Colaneri
Diameter: 25.75mm
Weight: 8.50g
Thickness - 2.2mm
Mintage: 106,084
Face Value: 2 Euro
Moreover the coin, itself comes handy with an official cover, which makes it more elegant.
You can order the coins here : http://www.fleur-de-coin.com/shop/showcart.asp?id=eur15536
Here is an Italian version of this post as well !! :- Credit : David Longo
The coin's main focus is the connection of science and faith. The coin is issued with the face value at 2 Euros and it has bimetallic properties much similar to the IYA2009 coin of Austria, which has Silver and Niobium.
The Obverse (to your right) of this 2-Euro coin is featured with the map of Europe, inside the Ring, whereas the reverse is featured with the famous virtuoso Michelangelo, who was an Italian Renaissance painter, sculptor, architect, poet, and engineer. Along with his etched image, there are also important astronomical equipment those were used during the same era, where the prominent Italian astronomer Galileo Galilei also lived.
Specifications of Vatican IYA2009 coin
Type: Bimetallic
Finish: Uncirculated
Designer: Orietta Rossi
Engraver: Maria Carmela Colaneri
Diameter: 25.75mm
Weight: 8.50g
Thickness - 2.2mm
Mintage: 106,084
Face Value: 2 Euro
Moreover the coin, itself comes handy with an official cover, which makes it more elegant.
You can order the coins here : http://www.fleur-de-coin.com/shop/showcart.asp?id=eur15536
Here is an Italian version of this post as well !! :- Credit : David Longo
Queste monete provengono dallo stato più piccolo del mondo, il Vaticano, che ha una superficie di 0,44 km quadrati. È così "grande" che il Vaticano è entrato a far parte del team con altri Stati europei, Austria, Italia, Germania e San Marino che hanno emesso le monete, in occasione del IYA2009 - L'Anno Internazionale dell'Astronomia.
Obiettivo principale della moneta è il collegamento della scienza con la fede. La moneta è coniata con il valore nominale di 2 Euro e ha proprietà bimetalliche molto simili alla moneta Austriaca, composta da Argento e Niobium.
Il dritto (a destra) di questa moneta da 2 Euro, presenta all'interno dell'anello, la raffigurazione della mappa dell'Europa, mentre il rovescio è rappresentato con il famoso virtuoso Michelangelo, pittore del Rinascimento italiano, nonchè scultore, architetto, poeta e ingegnere. Insieme alla sua immagine incisa, ci sono anche importanti strumenti astronomici utilizzati nel corso della stessa epoca, durante la quale è vissuto l'eminente astronomo italiano Galileo Galilei.
IYA2009 Coins of Germany
Below is the IYA2009 Coin issued by Germany in celebration of International Year of Astronomy 2009. Besides the usual German eagle, the obverse side (to your right) of the coin is simple in its design yet very important in what it represents.
It's significant that Johannes Kepler is featured in this German (Deutsch ) IYA2009 coin, as same as in IYA2009 coin of San Marino. Johannes Kepler was a then a scholar during the 17th century. His teacher was Tycho Brahe , who has won a great reputation as an astronomer, even he was gifted with an Island dedicated specially for his works, where he built ab observatory called Uraniburg. It was one of the best ones in Europe. He had many scholars/ trainees , among whom was Johannes Kepler.
However it was the Kepler who was fundamental in deciphering the laws of planetary motion, with the help of data archives of Tycho Brahe, after his demise.
However it was the Kepler who was fundamental in deciphering the laws of planetary motion, with the help of data archives of Tycho Brahe, after his demise.
Anyway ... this coin features Kepler in profile along with a diagram of an ellipse, illustrating the derivation of his Laws. You may also notice the trigonometric illustration in the reverse side (To your left)of this German IYA2009 coin.
The coin is a silver proof. It has a face value of €10. There is a mintage limit of 200,000 on the proof version, which is a great news for numismatists and even anyone who's interested in IYA2009 as well. Without any doubt, they would be nice souvenirs/ legacies of International Year of Astronomy IYA2009. Apparently the mintage of other corresponding counties was low.
IYA2009 Coins of San Marino
In fact there are 2 coins issued by the republic of San Marino in celebration of International Year of Astronomy 2009. Here is the first coin.
Following is the other San Marino's IYA2009 coin featuring eminent astronomer Johannes Kepler. It is quite simple and many numismatists will surely love simplicity of the coin.
Following is the other San Marino's IYA2009 coin featuring eminent astronomer Johannes Kepler. It is quite simple and many numismatists will surely love simplicity of the coin.
The reverse side (To your left) of this IYA2009 coin bears the image of Johannes Kepler, along with the issuing country, which is "REPUBLICA DI SAN MARINO." ,Republic of San Marino. Kepler is shown with a compass on a globe.
The obverse side (To your right) of this IYA2009 coin is perhaps more interesting. It is engraved with Kepler's name (KEPLERO) along with the book he published, "New Astronomy" (or, "ASTRONOMIA NOVA"). It is made with the sun at the center of a system with 8 planets, bringing out the idea of Kepler's key influence in developing the heliocentric model of the solar system.
In addition you can also find the 12 signs of the Western/Greek Zodiac in the neighborhood of the same planetary system: They can be deciphered as follows.
♈ (Aries), ♉ (Taurus), ♊ (Gemini), ♋ (Cancer), ♌ (Leo), ♍ (Virgo), ♎(Libra), ♏ (Scorpio), ♑ (Capricorn), ♒ (Aquarius), ♓ (Pisces).
IYA2009 Coins of Italy
The obverse of the coin (To your left) shows a representation of Liberty in profile. It is illustrated that she is looking at stylized stars. To her left, there is an astrolabe depicted, which is an instrument that had been used to predict the motions/positions of the planets and stars.
The reverse side of this Italian IYA2009 commemorative coin is much more complicated. (To your right) The main feature that splits the coin in half on a diagonal is a rendition of Galileo's telescope (also featured on Austria's coin). The top motif above the telescope is another astrolabe.
Below them are several constellations. If you scrutinize you may some of find them to be Leo, Böotes, Corona Borealis, and Cygnus as far as I guess, The denomination of €10 is engraved there, along with "ASTRONOMIA ANNO INTERNAZIONALE" ("International Year of Astronomy") in Italian.
The coin is a 92.5% silver proof coin with a 34mm diameter that weighs 22 grams. (quite light) It has a mintage limit of only 9,000 pieces.
Here is the Italian Translated version:
Il dritto della moneta (a sinistra), mostra una rappresentazione della Libertà posta di profilo. E' raffigurata mentre cerca le stelle stilizzate. Alla sua sinistra, vi è raffigurato un astrolabio, uno strumento utilizzato per predire i movimenti / posizioni dei pianeti e delle stelle.
Il rovescio di questa moneta italiana commemorativa per l' IYA2009 è molto più complicato. (A destra) La caratteristica principale che divide la moneta in mezzo da una diagonale è una copia del telescopio di Galileo (in evidenza anche sulla moneta dell'Austria). Il motivo posto sopra il telescopio è un altro astrolabio.
Sotto di essi si trovano diverse costellazioni. Se si esamina attentamente possiamo trovare le costellazioni del Leone, Böotes, Corona Boreale e Cigno. La denominazione di € 10 è incisa, insieme a "ASTRONOMIA ANNO INTERNAZIONALE" ("International anno di astronomia") in italiano. La moneta è al 92,5 % d'argento con un diametro di 34 mm e peso di 22 grammi. Ha una tiratura limitata di soli 9.000 pezzi.
Translation Credit : David Longo
Here is the Italian Translated version:
Il dritto della moneta (a sinistra), mostra una rappresentazione della Libertà posta di profilo. E' raffigurata mentre cerca le stelle stilizzate. Alla sua sinistra, vi è raffigurato un astrolabio, uno strumento utilizzato per predire i movimenti / posizioni dei pianeti e delle stelle.
Il rovescio di questa moneta italiana commemorativa per l' IYA2009 è molto più complicato. (A destra) La caratteristica principale che divide la moneta in mezzo da una diagonale è una copia del telescopio di Galileo (in evidenza anche sulla moneta dell'Austria). Il motivo posto sopra il telescopio è un altro astrolabio.
Sotto di essi si trovano diverse costellazioni. Se si esamina attentamente possiamo trovare le costellazioni del Leone, Böotes, Corona Boreale e Cigno. La denominazione di € 10 è incisa, insieme a "ASTRONOMIA ANNO INTERNAZIONALE" ("International anno di astronomia") in italiano. La moneta è al 92,5 % d'argento con un diametro di 34 mm e peso di 22 grammi. Ha una tiratura limitata di soli 9.000 pezzi.
Translation Credit : David Longo
IYA2009 Coins from Australia: Royal Australian Mint & Canberra Astronomical Society Join Hands
The Royal Australian Mint joined with the Canberra Astronomical Society to create a night of star-gazing in celebration of the IYA2009 in commemoration of the International Year of Astronomy.
The coins were in fact issued prior to the IYA2009 itself, on 7 November 2008.
Janine Murphy, Chief Executive Officer of the Royal Australian Mint was quoted saying "In 2009 the world celebrates the exploration of our universe. It marks the 400th anniversary of Galileo Galilei’s first use of the telescope and recognizes his revolutionary discoveries that began modern astronomy"
The numismatic collection was really a boost for the IYA 2009 as it needs much reputation.
Other countries are encouraged to launch IYA 2009 stamps to promote astronomy and International Year of Astronomy in general.
Out of both coins, $ 1 coin features CSIRo's Parkes radio telescope known as "The Dish" whereas the 20-cent illustrates a star-gazing amateur astronomer, who is ina background, filled with stars and constellation.
Go here if you want to order the coins online.
The following image shows you the Astrophotographer David Malin and Director of the Anlgo-Australian Observatory, Professor Matthew Colless, at the launch of the IYA coins.
You can also browse more information from IYA2009 blog here.
Some Other Links :
http://www.perthmint.com.au/catalogue/international-year-of-astronomy-2009-1oz-silver-proof-coin.aspx
http://mintissue.ramint.gov.au/mintissue/product.asp?code=801373
Since opening in 1965 the Mint has produced over eleven billion circulating coins and has the capacity to produce over two million coins per day, or over six hundred million coins per year.
The Royal Australian Mint has struck coins for a number of South Pacific nations. Export coins were first struck in 1969 for New Zealand and, since then, coins have been produced for Papua New Guinea, Tonga, Western Samoa, Cook Islands, Fiji, Malaysia, Thailand, Nepal, Bangladesh, Israel and Tokelau.
Here are some more photos of Australian IYA2009 coins.
The coins were in fact issued prior to the IYA2009 itself, on 7 November 2008.
Janine Murphy, Chief Executive Officer of the Royal Australian Mint was quoted saying "In 2009 the world celebrates the exploration of our universe. It marks the 400th anniversary of Galileo Galilei’s first use of the telescope and recognizes his revolutionary discoveries that began modern astronomy"
The numismatic collection was really a boost for the IYA 2009 as it needs much reputation.
Other countries are encouraged to launch IYA 2009 stamps to promote astronomy and International Year of Astronomy in general.
Out of both coins, $ 1 coin features CSIRo's Parkes radio telescope known as "The Dish" whereas the 20-cent illustrates a star-gazing amateur astronomer, who is ina background, filled with stars and constellation.
Go here if you want to order the coins online.
The following image shows you the Astrophotographer David Malin and Director of the Anlgo-Australian Observatory, Professor Matthew Colless, at the launch of the IYA coins.
You can also browse more information from IYA2009 blog here.
Some Other Links :
http://www.perthmint.com.au/catalogue/international-year-of-astronomy-2009-1oz-silver-proof-coin.aspx
http://mintissue.ramint.gov.au/mintissue/product.asp?code=801373
About the Royal Australian Mint
His Royal Highness, The Duke of Edinburgh, officially opened the Royal Australian Mint, Canberra, on Monday 22nd February 1965. The Mint was commissioned to produce Australia’s decimal coinage, which was to be introduced into circulation on 14th February 1966. The Royal Australian Mint holds a place in history as the first mint in Australia not to be a branch of the Royal Mint, London.Since opening in 1965 the Mint has produced over eleven billion circulating coins and has the capacity to produce over two million coins per day, or over six hundred million coins per year.
The Royal Australian Mint has struck coins for a number of South Pacific nations. Export coins were first struck in 1969 for New Zealand and, since then, coins have been produced for Papua New Guinea, Tonga, Western Samoa, Cook Islands, Fiji, Malaysia, Thailand, Nepal, Bangladesh, Israel and Tokelau.
Here are some more photos of Australian IYA2009 coins.
IYA2009 $30 Sterling Silver Coin by Canadian Mint
Above you can see the both sides of the $30 Sterling Silver Coin issued by the Canadian Mint for International Year of Astronomy IYA2009.
The design features an observatory with a universe of heavenly wonders shimmering within and around the beautifully painted night sky. This coin comes gorgeous with its silvery accomplishment and I think this would be adore by any numismatist to add to their collection. In fact the good news is that still you can order the coin from Canadian Mint, It's just less than US $ 90. Orders can be made here
Specifications
- Mintage : - Limited to 10000 coins worldwide
- Composition: - 92.5% silver, 7.5% copper
- Finish : - proof (with colour on the reverse)
- Weight : - (g) 33.75
- Diameter : - (mm) 40
- Edge : -serrated
- Certificate: - serialized
- Face value: - $30
- Artist : - Colin Mayne (reverse), Susanna Blunt (obverse)
Some other image:
Silver Niobium IYA2009 Galileo Coin Issued by Austria : Worth € 25
This story is about the IYA2009 coin issued by the Austrian Mint. The Austrian Mint in Vienna has issued this coin in celebration of International Year of Astronomy 2009. The specialty of this coin is that this is made out of silver and niobium metals. This elegant coins is valued at 25 Euros.
The coin went on to the sale last March and was featured with the portrait of Galileo Galilei and his very own telescope. In the same side you can find the drawings of Moon's surface by Galileo and some accounts on the development of telescope during the course of time.
The official side, which is the opposite of what was described above is engraved with the other side of Lunar Surface, which Galileo was unable to observe, It also reads "Republik Österreich" in German together with the value printed as € 25.
The niobium pill covers the inner ring of the coin, as seen in golden yellow. It should also be mentioned that the Austrian Mint was the first to employ this modern metal (discovered in 1801) in commemorative coins, changing its color each year.
Here are some specifications of the Austrian IYA2009 coin.
Further Reading :
Something about Austrian Mint :-
The Austrian Mint is situated in the heart of Vienna and is the official minting authority for Austria with a 800 year history.
The Mint is the source for all Austrian Euro and Cent coins, whether they are intended for shopping, as an investment or for collection. Before the Euro, the Schilling and Groschen coins were minted, and before that – during the monarchy - Crowns, Guilders and Ducats were struck by the Austrian Mint.
The company is located close to the centre at the Vienna Stadtpark in a Biedermeier building erected under Emperor Ferdinand I. from 1835 to 1837. Today it accommodates one of the most modern mints in the world
The coin went on to the sale last March and was featured with the portrait of Galileo Galilei and his very own telescope. In the same side you can find the drawings of Moon's surface by Galileo and some accounts on the development of telescope during the course of time.
The official side, which is the opposite of what was described above is engraved with the other side of Lunar Surface, which Galileo was unable to observe, It also reads "Republik Österreich" in German together with the value printed as € 25.
The niobium pill covers the inner ring of the coin, as seen in golden yellow. It should also be mentioned that the Austrian Mint was the first to employ this modern metal (discovered in 1801) in commemorative coins, changing its color each year.
Here are some specifications of the Austrian IYA2009 coin.
| Alloy: | Ring: 9 g AG 900/1000 Pill: 6.5 g niobium |
| Finish: | Special Uncirculated Quality |
| Diameter: | 34 mm |
| Mintage: | 65,000 (max) |
| Date of Issue: | 11 March 2009 |
| Face Value: | 25 euro |
| Designer: | Herbert Wähner |
Further Reading :
Something about Austrian Mint :-
The Austrian Mint is situated in the heart of Vienna and is the official minting authority for Austria with a 800 year history.
The Mint is the source for all Austrian Euro and Cent coins, whether they are intended for shopping, as an investment or for collection. Before the Euro, the Schilling and Groschen coins were minted, and before that – during the monarchy - Crowns, Guilders and Ducats were struck by the Austrian Mint.
The company is located close to the centre at the Vienna Stadtpark in a Biedermeier building erected under Emperor Ferdinand I. from 1835 to 1837. Today it accommodates one of the most modern mints in the world
IYA2009 Coins by ANGKASA & Central Bank of Malaysia
Here are the special coins issued by ANGKASA (The Malaysian National Space Agency) in co-operation with Central Bank of Malaysia. Of course, the objective of this set of coins was to make the public more aware of IYA2009 and it's significance on us all.
The prices of the coins were as follows !
Selling price :
For any enquiry or details please contact: Name : Asnor Nadirah Binti Ishak
Email : asnor@angkasa.gov.my
Phone : +603-8888 8668
Please note: RM = Ringgit Malaysia (1USD =3.424 RM as per 26th January 2010)
The elegant set of 3 coins, featuring Gold, Silver & Nordic Gold
The prices of the coins were as follows !
Selling price :
| Type | Price |
Set of 3 (Single Gold, Single Silver & Nordic Gold) | RM1,450.00 |
Set of 2 (Single Silver & Nordic Gold) | RM200.00 |
Single Gold | RM1,200.00 |
Single Silver | RM150.00 |
Nordic gold | RM10.00 |
For any enquiry or details please contact: Name : Asnor Nadirah Binti Ishak
Email : asnor@angkasa.gov.my
Phone : +603-8888 8668
Please note: RM = Ringgit Malaysia (1USD =3.424 RM as per 26th January 2010)
Welcome to the IYA2009 Coins
This blog is featured with coins that have been issued in celebration of IYA2009 - International Year of Astronomy 2009. Many counties had a variety of events, projects , etc to cherish IYA2009 and you are welcome to this blog which features numismatic issues, that have been occupied with IYA2009.
On the other hand these coins are of higher valuable since they carry a significant importance as souvenirs, If you are a numismatist I recommend that you should not miss any of these coins, that IYA2009 has gifted all of us !!
On the other hand these coins are of higher valuable since they carry a significant importance as souvenirs, If you are a numismatist I recommend that you should not miss any of these coins, that IYA2009 has gifted all of us !!
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