Source: Branimir Kralj
The Croatian National Bank issues "Croatian Shepherd Dog" gold and silver collector coins as part of the collector coins series Indigenous Croatia with commemorative motifs featuring a unique indigenous dog breed that has lived in the territory of Slavonia, Srijem and Baranja for centuries. As an extremely intelligent, brave, energetic, agile, sturdy, and loyal working dog, the Croatian Shepherd Dog has been crucial for the development of livestock farming and the survival of rural communities between the Sava, Drava and Danube. Its working abilities and natural characteristics are still evident today in sport, search and cynological activities, confirming that the Croatian Shepherd Dog holds an important place in the natural, cultural and economic heritage of the Republic of Croatia.
The gold collector coins are issued in the 100, 20 and 10 euro denominations and the silver collector coins are issued in the 8 and 4 euro denominations. The gold collector coin denominated at EUR 100 and the silver collector coin denominated at EUR 8 are issued in colour.
The gold and silver collector coins are minted in brilliant uncirculated condition and are released for sale on 22 October 2026.
Shown below are technical specifications and the number of items released.
| DENOMINATION | WEIGHT (g) | DIAMETER (mm) | FINENESS/1000 | QUANTITY max. (pcs) |
| EUR 100 | 31.103 + 0.30 | 32 ± 0.20 | 999.9 (gold) | 50 |
| EUR 20 | 3.888 + 0.20 | 18 ± 0.20 | 999.9 (gold) | 300 |
| EUR 10 | 1.944 + 0.20 | 15 ±0.15 | 999.9 (gold) | 1,000 |
| EUR 8 | 155.518 + 0.80 | 60 ±0.50 | 999.9 (silver) | 300 |
| EUR 4 | 31.103 + 0.50 | 38,61 ±0.20 | 999.9 (silver) | 1,500 |
The Decision on the issue of gold and silver collector coins "Croatian Shepherd Dog" was published in the Official Gazette 105/2026.
The design of the gold and silver collector coins is by the sculptor Jelena Mavrić Varga.
The coins were minted and are sold by the Croatian Mint.