The Financial and Monetary Policy and Regulation Board (JPRFM) and the Central Bank of Ecuador (BCE) officially unveiled the commemorative coin “FIFA World Cup 2026 – Ecuador’s Fifth Participation,” a special edition celebrating the Ecuadorian national team’s qualification for its fifth World Cup.
This issue is part of the “Official International FIFA World Cup Commemorative Coin Program,” which the BCE has maintained since Ecuador’s second World Cup appearance. Through the issuance of these collector’s items, produced under international quality standards, the promotion of Ecuador’s numismatic heritage is strengthened, and the country is showcased on the world stage in cultural and sporting events.
During the presentation ceremony, authorities emphasized that this coin represents not only a sporting event, but also a symbol of identity, hope, collective memory, and national pride.
“These are small pieces with enormous significance. Through them, future generations can remember who we were, what we celebrated, and what values we chose to preserve. We want this coin to reach the hands of citizens, collectors, young people, and families as a permanent reminder that dreams can indeed become reality. And that true triumph is not about arriving alone, but about arriving as a team,” highlighted Gustavo Camacho Dávila, president of the JPRFM.
The design incorporates emblematic elements of the country. The reverse features the Cotopaxi volcano and the Andean condor, accompanied by the colors of the Ecuadorian flag and visual references to the World Cup, as symbols of unity and national identity.
The obverse features the national coat of arms of Ecuador alongside the silhouette of a soccer ball and the coin’s face value.
Coin Specifications
- 925 Sterling Silver
- Proof finish
- Face value of 1 sucre
- Diameter: 33 mm
- Weight: 13.5 grams
- Reeded edge
- Minted by the Spanish Royal Mint (FNMT)
- Year of issue: 2026
This limited edition consists of 1,000 FIFA-approved units that will be available in the Ecuadorian market. Those interested in acquiring this collector’s item can do so by registering online at the following platform: https://bancocentralecuador.e-flow.com.ec/CitasWebBCE/login.
Prices and sales hours will be announced in due course through the official channels of the Central Bank of Ecuador.
This is the fourth commemorative coin issued by the Central Bank of Ecuador (BCE) for a FIFA World Cup. Previous special issues were released for Germany 2006, Brazil 2014, and Qatar 2022.
With this issue, the JPRFM and the Central Bank of Ecuador join in the celebration of football as a sport that unites Ecuador and strengthen the promotion of the national numismatic heritage through a piece that combines memory, culture, and identity.
