Padua Astronomical Clock Town Hall Clocks 1 Oz 5 Euro Silver Coin Malta 2026

Description

Padua Astronomical Clock Town Hall Clocks 1 Oz 5 Euro Silver Coin Malta 2026

Torre dell'Orologio in Padua

The astronomical clock on the Torre dell'Orologio on Piazza dei Signori in Padua is one of Europe's most fascinating clocks. Its dial shows the zodiac signs, the phases of the Moon and the movement of the Sun – a medieval model of the universe captured in a mechanism.

The Town Hall Clocks series

Town Hall Clocks is a series of 5 euro silver coins issued by the Central Bank of Malta and struck by Mint of Poland. Each coin depicts one of Europe's famous astronomical clocks – masterpieces of historic mechanics and astronomy.

Coin design

The entire reverse is taken up by the clock face against a deep-blue starry sky: golden zodiac signs, the Sun hand, the lunar sphere and Roman numerals on a black ring. Digital printing on a mirror background captures depth and rich detail. Each coin bears an individual number on its edge.

Packaging

The coin comes in a box with a Mint of Poland certificate of authenticity.

A gift idea

For lovers of clocks and watchmaking, astronomy, architecture and European travel – an elegant gift for a discerning collector.

Key facts

• Issuer: Malta (Central Bank of Malta)
• Face value: 5 euro
• Metal: Ag 999 silver
• Weight: 1 oz (31.1 g)
• Diameter: 50 mm
• Quality: proof (mirror)
• Decoration: digital printing, microprinting
• Year of issue: 2026
• Mintage: 700 pieces, edge-numbered
• Series: Town Hall Clocks
• Packaging: box, certificate of authenticity
• Producer: Mint of Poland

Only 700 numbered pieces. Add the Padua clock to your collection.