2026 Ivan Vučetić's Innovations - €4 Croatia

Honour one of the most revolutionary discoveries in the history of forensic science with the Croatia 2026 4€ Silver "Ivan Vučetić's Innovations" coin, issued as part of the prestigious "Croatian Innovators" series.

Born on the island of Hvar, Ivan Vučetić (Juan Vucetich) immortalised his name by creating the first practical fingerprint identification system (dactyloscopy) adopted in criminal investigations worldwide. The coin, designed by the renowned artist Miriam Mazzali, features an impressive graphic composition highlighting the detail of the fingerprint and the inventor's scientific iconography.

Technical Specifications

• Country of Issue: Croatia

• Year: 2026

• Face Value: 4 Euros

• Metal / Purity: Silver Ag 999,9/1000

• Weight: 1 oz (31,103 g)

• Diameter: 38,61 mm

• Finish: Brilliant Uncirculated (BU)

• Total Mintage: 1.000 specimens

• Design: Miriam Mazzali

• Packaging: Official luxury case with explanatory brochure and certificate from the Croatian Mint