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Description
The 10 Euro gold coin from the Series Fountains of Italy is dedicated to the famous fountain of Diana and Actaeon in the Royal Palace of Caserta.
The Fountain of Diana and Actaeon takes its inspiration from the cult of Diana, goddess of the hunt and the moon, which was understandably widespread in the Caserta area with its wealth of forests and game. The scene, divided into two parts with the waterfall flowing in between, tells the story of Actaeon, the hunter who took the form of a deer and was torn apart by his own dogs for having spied upon the naked Diana, caught as she was bathing with her train of nymphs.
Artist: Maria Angela Cassol
Obverse
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In the forefront, there is a sculptural ensemble portraying Actaeon and the dog from the Fountain of Diana and Actaeon, a marvel within the Park by Vanvitelli located in the Royal Palace of Caserta. The background showcases a sequence of gentle ripples. Encircling the scene is the inscription "REPUBBLICA ITALIANA," while on the right side, the name of the designer, "CASSOL," is displayed. REPUBBLICA ITALIANA |
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Reverse
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In the foreground, Diana, the goddess of hunting, is depicted alongside a nymph. In the background, there is a repeating graphic pattern of small waves on the front side of the coin. The inscriptions "Caserta Royal Palace" and "Diana and Actaeon" are arched-shaped. On the left side, the coin displays the value "10 EURO" and the year of issue, "2023". In the center, the letter "R" identifies the Mint of Rome. Below it, also in an arched shape, there is a series of dots. REGGIA DI CASERTA • DIANA E ATTEONE |
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10 Euro
Fountains of Italy
Diana and Actaeon
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Fountains of Italy
Diana and Actaeon
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