€5 Coin for Italian Cuisine UNESCO Heritage
The 2026 Numismatic Collection welcomes a new coin dedicated to Italian Cuisine, recently inscribed on UNESCO’s Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. The State Mint (Zecca dello Stato) issued a €5 coin celebrating the traditions, biodiversity and culinary rituals that define Italy’s identity.
Main features
Face value: €5
Material: 925‰ silver with proof finish (Fior di Conio)
Designer: Silvia Petrassi
Design details: obverse shows Italia Turrita holding the Tricolour; reverse bears the official Italian Cuisine UNESCO logo and the date 10/12/2025
Mintage: 3,000 pieces, limited edition
Price and availability
The coin is sold in its original presentation case at a price of €85. It became available through the official State Mint sales channel starting on 5 June 2026. Given the limited mintage, collectors are advised to act promptly.
Relevance to UNESCO sites
This issue commemorates the inscription of Italian cuisine among UNESCO’s intangible cultural heritage elements, highlighting culinary practices, knowledge and gestures as essential components of cultural identity. Numismatic releases like this bridge the worlds of collecting and heritage promotion, offering a physical token of an internationally recognized cultural asset.
Practical tips for visitors and collectors
Purchase promptly if interested: only 3,000 pieces were minted.
Check authenticity and original packaging to safeguard numismatic value.
Keep issuance documentation for future certification or appraisal.
Where it is
Location: Italia
Coordinates: 41.87194, 12.56738
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