Coin Latvia Energy - 5 euro Silver Color 2024

5 euros 2024 Latvia

Theme : Energy
Silver 999 ? - Ø 30 mm - 18 g

Supplied in a slipcase with certificate

The coin is a fascinating tribute to the particles involved in the hydrogen fusion reaction, a fundamental process that powers stars and is at the heart of renewable energy research. On this coin, the beads illustrate the elementary particles that make up atomic nuclei: the small silver depressions symbolize neutrons, while the gold-plated beads represent protons. This representation aims to educate the public about the essential components of matter and their role in nuclear fusion.

Hydrogen nuclei, consisting of a single proton, serve as the raw materials in this process, while helium nuclei, formed from two protons and a free neutron, are the resulting products of the fusion reaction. This cycle of transformation of elements is crucial for understanding stellar processes and the potential of fusion energy on Earth.

In stars, the conditions necessary for nuclear fusion are generated by a powerful gravitational field that maintains the temperature and pressure needed for these reactions to occur. In contrast, in nuclear fusion reactors, hot plasma is held in place by specially designed magnetic fields that control this matter in a state of fusion.

The arrangement of lines on the coin evokes both the magnetic fields surrounding large celestial objects and the stylized section of a toroidal fusion reactor, known as a tokamak. This innovative design reflects human ingenuity in the quest for sustainable energy solutions.

The relief of the coin, featuring a depression at its center, also echoes the gravitational potential found near a star or a black hole, symbolizing the powerful forces that govern the universe. Therefore, this coin is not only a collectible item but also a piece of art that celebrates the wonders of physics and the mysteries of the universe.

999 Silver
Ø 30.00mm, Weight 18.00g
BE ( belle épreuve)
Latvia