Description

The Italian mint introduced the “Cultura Enogastronomica Italiana” (Italian Food and Wine Culture) series in 2020. Each issue is dedicated to a specific region and showcases famous monuments in the background with culinary treasures standing out in colour in front of it.

Design: Marta Bonifacio

Obverse

Depicts the iconic Tuscan cantucci alongside a glass of Vin Santo wine. In the backdrop, bichromatic marble inlays, reminiscent of Tuscan Romanesque art, frame a window adorned with motifs inspired by the façade of the Abbey of San Miniato al Monte in Florence. From this window, one can glimpse Brunelleschi's dome of the Florence Cathedral, the Bell Tower of Giotto, and the Arnolfo Tower of Palazzo Vecchio. Positioned vertically on the left are the inscriptions "TOSCANA" and "Republic" while "Italy" sits above them. At the bottom, the designer's signature, M. BONIFACIO, completes the composition.

Biscotti, also known as cantucci, are Italian almond biscuits hailing from the Tuscan city of Prato. These oblong-shaped treats are twice-baked, resulting in a dry and crunchy texture, perfect for dipping into the traditional accompaniment, Vin Santo. Vin Santo, or "Saint Wine," is a type of Italian dessert wine particularly associated with Tuscany. Typically made from white grape varieties like Trebbiano and Malvasia, it can also include Sangiovese to produce a rosé version known as "Occhio di Pernice."

TOSCANA
REPUBBLICA
ITALIANA
M.BONIFACIO

Reverse

In the forefront lies the picturesque scenery of the Sienese hills, while in the distance stretch vast vineyards, adorned with cypress trees, and the serene Tuscan coastline along the Tyrrhenian Sea. Positioned centrally above is the winged horse Pegasus enclosed within a Samnite shield, symbolizing the region of Tuscany. Arching above, the inscription "Flavors of Italy" graces the scene, while the coin's denomination "5 EURO" sits below at the center. On the right, the letter "R" designates the Mint of Rome, and on the left, "2024" indicates the year of the coin's release.

SAPORI D'ITALIA
2024 R
5 EURO

Edge

5 Euro

Italian Food and Wine Culture
Tuscany - Vin Santo and Cantucci

Subscribe series
KM#
Characteristics
Type Commemorative Issue (Non-circulating)
Material Cupronickel
Weight 10.3 g
Diameter 26.95 mm
Thickness -
Shape round
Alignment Medal
Mint
Italian State Mint and Polygraphic Institute (IPZS)

Related coins

Lazio - Frascati and Amatriciana

Italian Food and Wine Culture

Cupronickel, 10.3 g, ⌀ 26.95 mm
Veneto - Prosecco and Spider Crabs

Italian Food and Wine Culture

Cupronickel, 10.3 g, ⌀ 26.95 mm
Molise - Tintilia and Caciocavallo

Italian Food and Wine Culture

Cupronickel, 10.3 g, ⌀ 26.95 mm