Slovenia 2014 The 600th anniversary of the crowning of Barbara Celjska

The 600th anniversary of the crowning of Barbara Celjska

Barbara of Celje was one of the most progressive and free-thinking women of the age. She was a master of diplomacy, spoke several languages, and argued in favour of new artistic and social developments. She also had an interest in astrology and alchemy. She was often depicted negatively during her life and later by historians, but more recent studies aim at presenting a more objective image of her.

Barbara of Celje was an important representative of the Counts of Celje in the highest circles of European nobility. She played a major role in establishing peace between the Polish crown and the Teutonic Knights, and in the alliance between the Grand Duchy of Lithuania and the kingdoms of Poland and Hungary. Barbara also used her royal status to advance the Counts of Celje. With Sigismund she founded the Order of the Dragon in 1408, which brought together the closest imperial confidants and the biggest and most important European rulers of the time. Barbara was the only female member of this elite order, whose members included Hermann II and Frederick II of Celje.

In the center of the coin is a portrait of Queen Barbora of Cell, who holds the scepter, consisting of dashes. Three hexagonal stars are located on this image – the sign of the Counts of Cell. To the left of the portrait is the inscription 'SLOVENIA', on the right the inscription 'BARBARA CELJSKA' and the year '1414-2014'. The outer part of the coin (ring) contains 12 stars of the European Union.

Weight - 8.5 g.
Quality - UNC (Uncirculated)
Diameter - 25.75 mm.
Composition - Bimetallic - nickel brass clad nickel center in copper-nickel ring
Circulation - 1'000'000 pcs.
Country of origin - Slovenia
Year of release - 2014