Government of Euzkadi Coin List
The Government of Euzkadi during the Spanish Civil War was a crucial period in the history of the Basque Country. Established in October 1936, this autonomous government faced numerous challenges, including the need to issue its own currency to keep the economy running during the conflict.
Historical context and formation of the Government of Euzkadi
The Government of Euzkadi was formed in the midst of the chaos of the Civil War, led by José Antonio Aguirre as lehendakari. This autonomous government represented a coalition of Basque political parties, including the Basque Nationalist Party (PNV) and various left-wing groups. Its formation was a response to the need to defend Basque autonomy and coordinate war efforts against Franco's forces. Despite its short duration, the Government of Euzkadi managed to implement important social and economic measures, including the creation of its own monetary system to address the shortage of circulating money.
The currencies of the Government of Euzkadi
Faced with the urgent need to keep the economy running, the Government of Euzkadi issued its own currency known as "euskadiko txanpona" or Basque currency. These coins, minted in 1937, were issued in denominations of 1, 2 and 5 pesetas. The coins featured distinctive designs reflecting Basque identity and values, including the coat of arms of Euzkadi and traditional symbols such as the Guernica oak tree. Made of nickel and brass due to the scarcity of precious metals, these coins circulated briefly in the territory controlled by the Government of Euzkadi. Today, they are highly valued pieces by collectors and historians, representing a tangible testimony of this brief but significant period of Basque autonomy during the Spanish Civil War.
The most valuable and popular coins
The most valuable Government of Euzkadi coins and sought after by collectors according to Foronum statistics are the following:
The valuation of these coins list has been achieved through a meticulous algorithm that considers the current market, taking into account aspects such as material, weight, diameter, edge, year of mintage, mint of manufacture and the number of coins produced. Coins with limited mintages and in good condition are usually among the most valuable.
Old coins of Spain-Civil War
To facilitate their classification, we have decided to organise the coins according to their historical period, you can consult the coins by historical numismatic categories of Spain-Civil War.
Government of Euzkadi Municipal Councils of Menorca Council of Asturias and Leon Council of Santander,Palencia and BurgosCoin Catalog
España-Guerra Civil | 1 peseta (Euzkadi)
España-Guerra Civil | 2 pesetas (Euzkadi)
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