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1000 Lire Universe
1997 year| Silver (.835) | 14.6 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | San Marino |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (301-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1997 |
| Value | 1000 Lire (1000 SML) |
| Currency | Lira (1864-2001) |
| Composition | Silver (.835) |
| Weight | 14.6 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1 March 2002 |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#18872 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 47% |
Reverse
Male and female nude human figures, in front of a schematic of Pioneer 10 space probe.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VERSO ALTRI MONDI
1997 R
L 1000
GALEABASON FRAPICCINI INC.
Translation:
Toward other worlds
1997
1000 Lire
Engraver: Noel Galea Bason
Edge
Relief
Script: Latin
Lettering: RELINQUO VOS LIBERIS
Comment
Art as hope for intergalactic communication.A detail of the aluminum plate attached to the antenna of the American space probe Pioneer 10, launched in February 1972 with the mission of searching the universe for contact with other forms of intelligence.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1997 San Marino 1000 Lire (Universe) silver coin is that it features a unique design that showcases the beauty of the universe. The coin's obverse side depicts a stunning representation of the cosmos, complete with stars, planets, and galaxies, while the reverse side features a detailed image of the Earth, highlighting the coin's theme of the universe and its many wonders. The coin's silver content and limited mintage make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists and space enthusiasts alike.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 R | 28000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1000 Lire (Universe) 1997 coin.
