5 Pesetas from 1993 to celebrate the Jacobean Holy Year

Spanish 5 Pesetas piece minted in 1993 to commemorate the Jacobean Holy Year (Año Santo Jacobeo). 



Key Features

Obverse Design: Features a standing figure of Saint James the Apostle (Santiago Apóstol) as a pilgrim, holding a staff.

Inscriptions: The word "JACOBEO" and the year "'93" are visible on the front. Below the central design, the word "ESPAÑA" (Spain) is written in a stylized format.

Composition: It is made of an aluminum-bronze alloy.

Specifications: The coin has a diameter of approximately 17.5 mm and weighs about 3.0 grams. 


Context

The 1993 Jacobean Holy Year was a significant event for the Camino de Santiago (Way of St. James) pilgrimage route in Spain. While these coins were standard circulation currency at the time, they are now primarily collected for their numismatic and historical value.