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Croatian Mint:

17.10.2023.
The new edition of gold coins “Lace-making in Croatia”

The Croatian Mint continues to promote Croatian tradition, cultural heritage and art worldwide by issuing the gold collector coin “Lace-making in Croatia” with a new design.

The new design of the gold collector coins “Lace-making in Croatia” is the result of the extraordinary artistic talent of the academic sculptor Stjepan Divković. The gold coins are available in three nominal values: 100 € (weight 1 ounce), 25 € (weight 1/4 ounce), and 10 € (weight 1/16 ounce).

The obverse of the gold coin features a stylized representation of lace from Pag, Lepoglava, and Hvar, each distinct in terms of their stitching/crocheting techniques or the materials used. The reverse of the coin, on the other hand, showcases the motif of St. Mary lace, characterized by its unique construction from a single unbroken thread.

The Croatian Mint hereby extends its gratitude to the municipality of Sveta Marija, the town of Pag, the town of Lepoglava and the town of Hvar for their support and for granting the rights to use lace motifs on new collector coins.

If you decide to buy these collector coins as a gift to someone dear to you, it is useful to know that each of them comes in a gift box with a certificate signed by the governor of the Croatian National Bank.

The gold collector coins “Lace-making in Croatia” can be purchased through the web store of the Croatian Mint or from certain sales partners.


1 ounce gold coin “Lace-making in Croatia”

The Croatian National Bank, in cooperation with the Croatian Mint, continues to pay homage to Croatian heritage – lace-making, by issuing a new collector coin. The gold coin “Lace-making in Croatia”, with a weight of one ounce (31.103 grams) and 100 euro denomination, is available in a limited series of 1,000 pieces and makes a special gift on special occasions. Minted in 999.9/1000 pure gold, belongs to the category of investment gold. Gold coin “Lace-making in Croatia” comes in a box with a certificate signed by the Governor of the Croatian National Bank.

In the 15th century, lace-making originated in Europe, laying the foundation for what would be considered priceless cultural heritage centuries later. Initially, lace was created by lace-makers for the clergy and the nobility, but it eventually became a part of the folk culture. It adorned traditional women’s clothing and household linens, but over the years, it faced the threat of being forgotten. Awareness of the necessity to preserve it resulted in numerous schools, workshops and courses through which the tradition continued to be passed down from generation to generation. It also received recognition through UNESCO’s proclamation and a place on the representative list of intangible cultural heritage of humanity.

The design of the gold collector euro coin “Lace-making in Croatia” is the work of the Croatian academic sculptor Stjepan Divković. The obverse of the collector coin depicts stylized motifs of lace from Pag, Lepoglava and Hvar, each distinct in terms of their stitching or crocheting techniques and the materials used. The reverse side of the coin features the design of St. Mary’s lace, known for its unique characteristic of being made from a single continuous thread.

Face value 100 euro
Quality Brilliant Uncirculated
Alloy Gold 999.9/1000
Weight 31.103 g
Diameter 32.00 mm
Author Stjepan Divković
Mintage 1,000
2.109,53 €


1/4 ounce gold coin “Lace-making in Croatia”

The Croatian Mint proudly presents latest collector coin dedicated to Croatian lace. The 1/4 ounce (7,776 g) gold coin “Lace-making in Croatia” is made of 999.9/1000 pure gold and belongs to the category of investment gold. Available in a limited series of only 1,000 pieces, it represents an exceptional gift for special occasions.

Lace, being delicate and precise handicraft, has deep roots in European cultural history, especially in the 15th century. Lace makers of that time created this art by hand, laying the foundations for what would later be considered invaluable cultural heritage. In early days, lace was reserved for the clergy and the nobility, used to adorn religious vestments and luxury clothing. Over time, lace became accessible to a wider population and entered the common people’s culture, becoming a part of the rich ethnographic heritage. Lace adorned traditional women’s clothing, household linens, and various everyday items. UNESCO recognized the value of this heritage and, in 2009, granted it the status of intangible cultural heritage.

The new artistic design of the gold collector coin “Lace-making in Croatia” is the result of the exceptional artistic talent of the academic sculptor Stjepan Divković. The obverse of the coin features a stylized representation of lace from the regions of Pag, Lepoglava, and Hvar, each of which is specific either in its stitching/crocheting technique or the material used. The reverse of the coin, on the other hand, depicts the motif of St. Mary’s lace, known for being made from a single uninterrupted thread..

Face value 25 euro
Quality Brilliant Uncirculated
Alloy Gold 999.9/1000
Weight 7.776 g
Diameter 22.00 mm
Author Stjepan Divković
Mintage 1,000
564,97 €


1/16 ounce gold coin “Lace-making in Croatia”

The new gold coin “Lace-making in Croatia”, with a face value of 10 euros, weighs 1/16 ounce (1.944 grams), is issued in a limited series of 3,000 pieces. This gold numismatic coin, made of 999.9/1000 purity gold, belongs to the category of investment gold. Each coin comes in an elegant box, along with a certificate signed by the Governor of the Croatian National Bank, further confirming its authenticity.

The gold collector coin “Lace-making in Croatia” is dedicated to the rich Croatian tradition of lace-making, dating back centuries. Lace was originally created for the clergy and nobility, later becoming a part of the national ethnographic heritage, adorning traditional women’s clothing and linen. Despite the threat of oblivion, lace has been preserved thanks to the efforts of numerous associations, schools, workshops and courses that have passed on this valuable tradition from generation to generation. In 2009, lace was recognized as intangible cultural heritage by UNESCO.

The design of the collector coin is an exceptional work by the academic sculptor Stjepan Divković. The obverse of the coin features stylized motifs of Pag, Lepoglava, and Hvar lace, each with its characteristic stitching/crocheting methods and materials. The reverse of the coin depicts the motif of St. Mary’s lace, which is made from a single uninterrupted thread.

Face value 10 euro
Quality Brilliant Uncirculated
Alloy Gold 999.9/1000
Weight 1.944 g
Diameter 15.00 mm
Author Stjepan Divković
Mintage 3,000
152,90 €