In honour of the 550th anniversary of Michelangelo di Lodovico Buonarroti’s birth, the Italian Mint presents a monumental tribute to one of history’s greatest artistic visionaries. Struck from 1 kilogram of 99.9% fine silver, this €25 legal-tender coin pays homage to the Renaissance Master whose genius shaped the cultural landscape of the world.
Michelangelo’s legacy lives through creations like the Sistine Chapel ceiling, the Pietà, and the statue of David. This extraordinary collectible captures that same spirit of beauty, precision, and divine craftsmanship.
Design Details
Obverse:
Features Jacopino del Conte’s iconic portrait of Michelangelo, set within the geometric pattern of the Piazza del Campidoglio—a stunning plaza he designed himself. The combination of portraiture and architectural symmetry reflects his unmatched mastery of both form and proportion.
Reverse:
Shows the legendary moment from The Creation of Adam—two hands reaching toward each other—engraved in exceptional detail. Alongside it is the Italian inscription:
“Questo sol m’arde e questo m’innamora”
“This sun burns me, and this makes me fall in love.”
Finished with a mirror-like proof surface and frosted sculptural elements, the coin radiates depth, drama, and artistry worthy of Michelangelo himself.
Key Features
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1 Kg of 99.9% pure silver
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2025 Italy €25 legal-tender issue
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Celebrates 550 years since Michelangelo’s birth
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Obverse: Portrait by Jacopino del Conte + Campidoglio pavement design
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Reverse: Iconic Creation of Adam hands with Italian inscription
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Struck to the highest Proof standard
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Ultra-limited mintage: Only 200 coins worldwide
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Presented in premium Italian Mint packaging
Why Collect This Coin?
A breathtaking fusion of Renaissance artistry and modern minting excellence, this kilo coin is more than a collectible — it is a tribute to human creativity at its peak. With only 200 pieces released globally, it offers collectors a rare opportunity to own a masterpiece that embodies passion, innovation, and timeless beauty.
Hold a piece of the Renaissance. Celebrate the legacy of Michelangelo.
