10 Euros Year of Russian Culture and Language in Italy
2011 year| Silver (.925) | 22 g | 34 mm |
| Issuer | Italy |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1946-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2011 |
| Value | 10 Euros 10 EUR = USD 11 |
| Currency | Euro (2002-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 22 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#37143 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
In center a detail of the main portal featuring a warrior on a horse. Below and behind it a composition taken from the decoration of the sides of Elias' episcopal Throne which is housed inside the Basilica of Saint Nicholas in Bari. In exergue the value with at left the date and mintmark at right.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ANNO DELLA CULTURA E LINGUA RUSSA
IN ITALIA
___________
2011 10 R
EURO
Translation: Year of Russian Culture and Language in Italy
Edge
Alternating smooth and reeded segments
Interesting fact
The 10 Euro coin issued by Italy in 2011 to commemorate the Year of Russian Culture and Language in Italy features a unique design that showcases the cultural exchange between the two countries. The obverse side of the coin depicts a portrait of Alessandro Manzoni, an Italian writer and poet who was heavily influenced by Russian literature, while the reverse side features a quotation from Manzoni's famous novel "I Promessi Sposi" in both Italian and Russian. This coin is a symbol of the rich cultural heritage shared between Italy and Russia, and serves as a reminder of the importance of cross-cultural exchange and understanding.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 R | 5500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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