8 Reales — 8M International Women's Day: Margarita Salas (2024)

In celebration of International Women's Day on March 8, 2024, a collector's coin dedicated to Margarita Salas will be issued. A biochemist and researcher, she is considered a pioneer of molecular biology in Spain.

A leading scientist and pioneer in every aspect of her professional life, her role serves to vindicate the presence of women in science and inspire new generations of girls who can see themselves reflected in her.

The obverse features a portrait of His Majesty King Felipe VI.

On the reverse, alongside a DNA chain and the symbol of women, there is an image of scientist Margarita Salas Falgueras. Surrounding the coin are the words 8-M INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY and Margarita Salas.