1000 Lire Gian Lorenzo Bernini
1998 year| Silver (.835) | 14.60 g | 31.40 mm |
| Issuer | Italy |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1946-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1998 |
| Value | 1000 Lire (1000 ITL) |
| Currency | Lira (1861-2001) |
| Composition | Silver (.835) |
| Weight | 14.60 g |
| Diameter | 31.40 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 28 February 2002 |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#11297 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 56% |
Reverse
The disc of the facing sun, a particular of the sculpture "Truth unveiled by Time" now in the Rome Museum Galleria Borghese. Behind, as background, a composition made by the planimetry half of the Church of S.Andrea al Quirinale and half of St. Peter's Square forming an oval. Dates of the anniversary are above the planimetry, at sides of the Sun, as well as the value. Legend below together with the mint mark
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1598 1998
L. 1000
R
400 ANNI·NASCITA·G. L | . BERNINI
Translation: 400 years from the birth of G.L. Bernini
Engraver: Maria Carmela Colaneri
Edge
Decorating ornaments with stars and lettering R.I.
Script: Latin
Lettering: R.I. R.I. R.I.
Interesting fact
The 1000 Lire (Gian Lorenzo Bernini) coin from Italy, made of Silver (.835) and weighing 14.60g, features a unique design that showcases the artistic talent of Gian Lorenzo Bernini, an Italian sculptor and architect who was known for his Baroque style. The coin's design includes an image of Bernini's famous sculpture, "The Ecstasy of St. Teresa," which is considered one of the greatest works of Baroque art. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item for numismatists and art enthusiasts alike.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 R | 9000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1000 Lire (Gian Lorenzo Bernini) 1998 coin.
