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2 Lire Carpenter
1978 year| Aluminium | 0.8 g | 18.3 mm |
| Issuer | San Marino |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (301-date) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1978 |
| Value | 2 Lire (2 SML) |
| Currency | Lira (1864-2001) |
| Composition | Aluminium |
| Weight | 0.8 g |
| Diameter | 18.3 mm |
| Thickness | 1.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1 March 2002 |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#11848 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 17% |
Reverse
Man using woodworking equipment.
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The figure expresses the effort that the carpenter exerts with his weight; the head recessed between the shoulders, the rough hands that grip the utensil, the legs bent in the effort, and the very structure of the counter are inscribed in the small coin with a very effective plastic valueSerie Life and Work
San Marino's 1978 Mint Set
KM #MS12
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1978 San Marino 2 Lire (Carpenter) circulating commemorative coin made of Aluminium and weighing 0.8g is that it features a unique design that represents the profession of carpentry, which was a significant occupation in San Marino's history. The coin's design showcases a carpenter holding a saw and a hammer, surrounded by tools of the trade, highlighting the country's rich cultural heritage and its skilled craftsmen.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | 130000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Lire (Carpenter) 1978 coin.
