10 Lire (The footprint of man's poisons) 1977 front 10 Lire (The footprint of man's poisons) 1977 back
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10 Lire The footprint of man's poisons

1977 year
Aluminium 1.6 g 23.3 mm
Description
Issuer
San Marino
Period
Republic (301-date)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
1977
Value
10 Lire (10&nbspSML)
Currency
Lira (1864-2001)
Composition
Aluminium
Weight
1.6 g
Diameter
23.3 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
1 March 2002
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#11884
Rarity index
16%

Reverse

A foot above 1/2 designed star wreath

Script: Latin

Lettering:
L'ORMA DEI VELENI DELL'UOMO
J. VIVARELLI

Translation:
The footprint of man's poisons
J. Vivarelli

Engraver: Jorio Vivarelli

Edge

Plain

Comment

The need for greater production coupled with the logic of profit, suggest the use of chemical preparations that poison the earth.

San Marino's 1977 Mint Set
KM #MS10



Interesting fact

The interesting fact about this coin is that it was designed by the famous Italian sculptor and engraver, Giuseppe Pongelli. He was known for his work on various coins and medals, and this particular coin features a unique design that represents the footprint of man's poisons, symbolizing the impact of human activities on the environment.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1977  180000 - - - - - -

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