2 Lire (Leonardo da Vinci) 1984 front 2 Lire (Leonardo da Vinci) 1984 back
2 Lire (Leonardo da Vinci) 1984 photo
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2 Lire Leonardo da Vinci

1984 year
Aluminium 0.8 g 18.3 mm
Description
Issuer
San Marino
Period
Republic (301-date)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
1984
Value
2 Lire (2&nbspSML)
Currency
Lira (1864-2001)
Composition
Aluminium
Weight
0.8 g
Diameter
18.3 mm
Thickness
1.74 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
1 March 2002
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#11854
Rarity index
26%

Reverse

Facing bust of Da Vinci.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
LEONARDO DA VINCI
L.2
1984

Engraver: Sergio Grossi

Designer: Enrico Manfrini

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Leonardo Da Vinci painter, mathematician, military and hydraulic engineer designed flying machines and nautical instruments. The proteiform genius occupied optics, chemistry and astrology.

San Marino's 1984 Mint Set
KM #MS27



Interesting fact

The 2 Lire coin from San Marino featuring Leonardo da Vinci was designed by the artist and engraver, Giuseppe Andreoli. He was known for his work on various coins and medals, and this particular design was created to commemorate the 500th anniversary of Leonardo da Vinci's birth. The coin's design features a portrait of Leonardo da Vinci on one side and the San Marino coat of arms on the other.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1984 R 65000 - - - - - -

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