The 2 ounce silver coin “Trsat Dragon” is sold out!

The Croatian National Bank, in cooperation with the Croatian Mint, has issued the 2 ounce silver coin “Trsat Dragon”. This silver collector coin, in the 6 euro denomination, has been minted in a limited series of 1,000 pieces. For the first time, at the Croatian Mint, the coin has been struck in ultra high relief.
The uniqueness of this coin was enhanced by Germania Mint through antique finish and partial gilding, which further highlight the design details.

Basilisks, commonly referred to as Trsat Dragons in Rijeka’s folk traditions, are mythical creatures with characteristics of a snake, dragon, and rooster. They are considered guardians of the Trsat fortress above Rijeka and were an integral part of the noble coat of arms of the Nugent family. Their creation was entrusted to the renowned Viennese sculptor Anton Dominik Fernkorn, whose works have left an indelible mark on Croatian sculpture in the 19th century.

This unique coin has a deep historical and cultural background, inspired by the Trsat Dragons, or basilisks, bronze sculptures crafted in the first half of the 19th century at the request of Austrian Field Marshal Count Laval Nugent. The collector coin edition “Trsat Dragon” features the dragon statue on both sides. The artistic design of the issue “Trsat Dragon” is signed by the author Natalia Danysz.

The release is fully complemented by themed packaging developed in collaboration with designers at Germania Mint.
The acrylic glass display adorned with Trsat motifs is the result of a project aimed at creating packaging from scratch, combining a modern presentation of the coin with elements made from natural materials. In this case the choice fell on oak wood, from which the base was made, in which the acrylic glass display with the coin is embedded. The acrylic glass display and wooden base are set within the Qureco packaging. Qureco, an innovative and 100% ecological cardboard packaging, combines an ergonomic design and protective function with aesthetics and a modern look. Together with the acrylic glass and wooden stand, Qureco brings a new intense experience to the collectors, while providing a modern and cost effective way of securing and presentation of numismatic product.

In addition to the coin, the accompanying packaging set includes a certificate signed by the Governor of the Croatian National Bank and a declaration book.

Take a look at other coins in the “Trsat Dragon” edition:

• 1 ounce gold coin “Trsat Dragon” 
• 1 ounce silver coin “Trsat Dragon”

* To ensure quantities for as many of our registered customers as possible, we have limited purchases to a max. 2 pieces per delivery address.