1 Lira (Thales of Milet) 1996 front 1 Lira (Thales of Milet) 1996 back
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1 Lira Thales of Milet

1996 year
Aluminium 0.625 g 17.2 mm
Description
Issuer
San Marino
Period
Republic (301-date)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
1996
Value
1 Lira (1&nbspSML)
Currency
Lira (1864-2001)
Composition
Aluminium
Weight
0.625 g
Diameter
17.2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#18279
Rarity index
38%

Reverse

Facing head of Thales looking over waves.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
TALETE
L1 R
1996

Engravers: Ettore Lorenzo Frapiccini, David Renka

Edge

Plain

Comment

Thales of Miletus (circa 624-546 BC) was the first to scientifically research the generating principle of all things in nature, and identified in the water.

Interesting fact

The 1 Lira coin from San Marino featuring Thales of Miletus is the first coin in the world to depict a famous ancient philosopher. Thales is considered one of the Seven Sages of Greece and is known for his contributions to philosophy, mathematics, and astronomy. His image on the coin serves as a symbol of wisdom and knowledge.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1996 R 32000 - - - - - -

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