Central Bank of Ireland launches Gold Proof Coin marking centenary since the founding of the State

• Gold Proof coin marks 100 years since the establishment of the State.
• The coin was launched by Minister for Finance Paschal Donohoe and Governor of the Central Bank Gabriel Makhlouf at the National Library of Ireland.
• The coin is limited to 750 pieces and will retail at €1,225.

The Central Bank of Ireland has today (23 November 2022) launched a gold proof coin marking 100 years since the establishment of the Irish State. The coin was launched by Minister for Finance Paschal Donohoe and Governor of the Central Bank Gabriel Makhlouf at an event in the National Library of Ireland. The coin will be available for purchase on www.collectorcoins.ie from 30 November 2022, retailing at €1,225.

The coin is struck in 999.9 gold to proof quality and was designed by Mary Gregoriy. 

Speaking at the launch, Governor Makhlouf said: “I am delighted Minister Donohoe could launch our commemorative gold coin this morning. In the context of 100 years of the State, I am a relatively recent arrival to Ireland, I’ve found it fascinating to learn more about its history and the events that helped to shape the country we live in today. The establishment of the Irish State was one such pivotal moment in Irish history and we are pleased to mark its centenary with the launch of this coin.”

Minister Donohoe thanked attendees for joining him at the event, stating: “It is wonderful to be part of such an important event in the history of the State. I am honoured to not only be launching this remarkable gold coin to commemorate 100 years of the State alongside Governor Makhlouf, but also to have the privilege of doing so in the historic venue that is the National Library of Ireland.”