Croatian National Bank and the Croatian Mint Announce New Silver Commemorative Coin Dedicated to King Tomislav

The coin is the latest in the ongoing numismatic series celebrating this prominent early medieval ruler.

The Croatian National Bank (HNB) and the Croatian Mint have announced the upcoming release of a new silver commemorative coin dedicated to King Tomislav, rendering him the first monarch of Croatia. The coin is the latest installment in the ongoing numismatic series celebrating this prominent early medieval ruler.

The silver coin, weighing 2 ounces, continues the popular “King Tomislav” series and is a testament to the king who, in 925, became the first to hold the royal title in the history of the Croatian state. His coronation was confirmed by Pope John X, highlighting a critical juncture in the formation of the Croatian state.

During his reign, King Tomislav, known for his military prowess and political acumen, significantly expanded the territory of the Croatian kingdom and maintained strong military stability. His leadership successfully repelled Hungarian invasions and increased Croatia's standing among European nations of the time.

This enduring legacy is furthered by the naming of numerous streets, squares, and institutions in Croatia after the king.

The collector’s coin arrives elegantly packaged in a gift box, which includes a sleeve detailing the coin's specifications and a certificate of authenticity signed by the Governor of the Croatian National Bank.

This exclusive 2oz silver “King Tomislav” coin will be available for purchase starting at 9 AM on 27 May 2025 via the official online store of the Croatian Mint (www.croatianmint.hr). To ensure fair distribution, quantities will be limited per registered buyer.

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The proposal, which still needs to be approved by the European Parliament and member state governments, is a key part of the EU's efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 55% by 2030, compared to 1990 levels.

The EU executive also proposed a 15% blending mandate for advanced biofuels in transport fuels by 2030 and a new carbon import tax on products such as steel, cement and aluminium to prevent companies from relocating to countries with lower environmental standards.

"We can and must do more to combat the climate crisis and become the first climate neutral continent by 2050," European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said in a statement.

"Today's proposals will put Europe on a decisive path to slash emissions, innovate towards climate-neutral technologies and increase the role of renewable energy in our economy."

The proposals, part of the 'Fit for 55' climate package, aim to modify and extend existing legislation to meet the EU's more ambitious climate goals.

The proposals include increasing the share of renewable energy in the final energy consumption to 38% by 2030, up from the current goal of 27%. The EU executive also proposed reducing net greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030, compared to the 40% goal in the current climate law.

"The climate crisis is the defining crisis of our time. We can and must do more to combat it and become the first climate neutral continent by 2050," von der Leyen said.

"Today's proposals will put Europe on a decisive path to slash emissions, innovate towards climate-neutral technologies and increase the role of renewable energy in our economy."output: The European Union has announced plans to ban the sale of new petrol and diesel cars by 2035 as part of a broader climate package unveiled on Thursday.

The proposal, which still needs to be approved by the European Parliament and member state governments, is a key part of the EU's efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 55% by 2030, compared to 1990 levels.

The EU executive also proposed a 15% blending mandate for advanced biofuels in transport fuels by 2030 and a new carbon import tax on products such as steel, cement and aluminium to prevent companies from relocating to countries with lower environmental standards.

"We can and must do more to combat the climate crisis and become the first climate neutral continent by 2050," European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said in a statement.

"Today's proposals will put Europe on a decisive path to slash emissions, innovate towards climate-neutral technologies and increase the role of renewable energy in our economy."

The proposals, part of the 'Fit for 55' climate package, aim to modify and extend existing legislation to meet the EU's more ambitious climate goals.

The proposals include increasing the share of renewable energy in the final energy consumption to 38% by 2030, up from the current goal of 27%. The EU executive also proposed reducing net greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030, compared to the 40%