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1000 Lire European Unity
1979 year| Silver (.835) | 14.6 g | 31.4 mm |
| Issuer | San Marino |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (301-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1979 |
| Value | 1000 Lire (1000 SML) |
| Currency | Lira (1864-2001) |
| Composition | Silver (.835) |
| Weight | 14.6 g |
| Diameter | 31.4 mm |
| Thickness | 2.04 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1 March 2002 |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#13724 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 31% |
Reverse
Half-length female figure right, arms extended in front, birds flying above.
Edge
Lettering
Script: Latin
Lettering: RELINQUO | VOS | LIBEROS ·|
Interesting fact
The 1000 Lire (European Unity) coin from San Marino, made of Silver (.835) and weighing 14.6g, is interesting because it was issued to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the European Economic Community (EEC), which was a precursor to the modern-day European Union (EU). The coin features the iconic image of Europa, the mythological goddess of Europe, on its obverse side, and the reverse side bears the emblem of the EEC. This coin is a unique piece of numismatic history that highlights San Marino's connection to the EU and its commitment to European unity.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 IPZS | 125000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1000 Lire (European Unity) 1979 coin.
