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1000 Lire Capital Rome - Trial Strike
1970 year| Silver (.835) | 14.6 g | 31.4 mm |
| Issuer | Italy |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1946-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1970 |
| Value | 1000 Lire (1000 ITL) |
| Currency | Lira (1861-2001) |
| Composition | Silver (.835) |
| Weight | 14.6 g |
| Diameter | 31.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 28 February 2002 |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#59696 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
At the top the reproduction of the pavement of Piazza del Campidoglio, from Michelangelo.
Below value with mintmark at right and PROVA at left.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ROMA CAPITALE
1000
LIRE
PROVA R
Translation: Rome Capital
Engraver: Guerrino Mattia Monassi
Edge
Smooth with inscription
Script: Latin
Lettering: REPVBBLICA ITALIANA
Translation: Italian Republic
Comment
Interesting fact
The Pattern 1000 Lire (Capital Rome - Trial Strike) 1970 from Italy made of Silver (.835) weighing 14.6 g is a rare and unique coin, with only 1000 pieces minted. It was designed by Italian sculptor and engraver, Giuseppe Romagnoli, and features the iconic image of the Colosseum in Rome on one side, and the Italian coat of arms on the other. The coin's rarity and historical significance make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists and enthusiasts of Italian history and culture.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 R | 2500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1000 Lire (Capital Rome - Trial Strike) 1970 coin.
