15 Centesimi - Giorgio I

1996 year


Copper-nickel	7.5 g	26 mm

Description

Issuer	Seborga
Prince	Giorgio I (1963-2009)
Type	Standard circulation coin
Year	1996
Value	15 Centesimi (0.15)
Currency	Luigino (1994-date)
Composition	Copper-nickel
Weight	7.5 g
Diameter	26 mm
Thickness	1.8 mm
Shape	Round
Technique	Milled
Orientation	Coin alignment ↑↓
Updated	2024-10-04

References

Numista	N#106179
Rarity index	64%

Reverse

Shield of Order of St. Bernard.
Value.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
PRINCIPATO DI SEBORGA
CASA Dei CAVALIERI Di SAN BERNARDO
15 cL

Edge

Plain

Comment

The Principality of Seborga is a micronation located in the northwestern Italian region of Liguria, near the French border, and in sight of Monaco at 43°50'43"N, 7°42'0"E. The principality is coexistent with, and claims the territory of an area of 4 km², the town of Seborga which is an Italian municipality. Unlike most micronations, Seborga possesses an undisputed history as a feudal state as Constitutional monarchy.
Principality of Seborga is a self-proclaimed independent state in the Liguria region of Italy. Motto: Sub Umbra Sedi (English: Sit in the Shade). Musical Anthem: La Speranza. Languages: Italian, Ligurian and French.
Seborgs's Website can be viewed at http://seborga.net/ and http://www.masterweb.it/seborga/.

Interesting fact

The 15 Centesimi - Giorgio I 1996 coin from Seborga features a unique design on its reverse side, showcasing a portrait of Giorgio I, the founder of Seborga, surrounded by an ornate border. This design was created by the artist, Ugo Nespolo, who is known for his work in numismatics and has designed several coins for various countries.

Price

Date	Mintage	VG	F	VF	XF	AU	UNC
1996	30000	-	-	-	-	-	-

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 15 Centesimi - Giorgio I 1996 coin.