© M. Sander
© M. Sander
10 000 Lire Giovanni Caboto
1997 year| Silver (.835) | 22 g | 34 mm |
| Issuer | San Marino |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (301-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1997 |
| Value | 10 000 Lire (10 000 SML) |
| Currency | Lira (1864-2001) |
| Composition | Silver (.835) |
| Weight | 22 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1 March 2002 |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#77214 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 60% |
Reverse
In the foreground, the two ships and the route followed by Giovanni Caboto in his voyage from Bristol to Newfoundland in 1497.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
GIOVANNI CABOTO 1497
R
L 10 000
L. SANDMANN
E.L. FRAPICCINI INC.
Engravers: Lutz Sandmann, Ettore Lorenzo Frapiccini
Edge
Discontinuous milled
Comment
Interesting fact
The 10,000 Lire Giovanni Caboto coin from San Marino, made of silver (.835) and weighing 22g, features an image of the famous explorer on the obverse side, while the reverse side showcases a map of the world with a highlighted route representing Caboto's voyage to North America in 1497. This coin is a unique and valuable collector's item for anyone interested in the history of exploration and numismatics.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 R | 32000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 000 Lire (Giovanni Caboto) 1997 coin.
