2 Lire (Seahorse) 1975 front 2 Lire (Seahorse) 1975 back
2 Lire (Seahorse) 1975 photo
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2 Lire Seahorse

1975 year
Aluminium 0.8 g 18.3 mm
Description
Issuer
San Marino
Period
Republic (301-date)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
1975
Value
2 Lire (2&nbspSML)
Currency
Lira (1864-2001)
Composition
Aluminium
Weight
0.8 g
Diameter
18.3 mm
Thickness
1.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
1 March 2002
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#11845
Rarity index
14%

Reverse

Pair of seahorses that symbolize “love between mates.”

Script: Latin

Lettering:
2
BINO BINI MONASSI INC

Engravers: Bino Bini, Guerrino Mattia Monassi

Edge

Milled

Comment

San Marino's 1975 Mint Set
KM #MS5



Interesting fact

The 2 Lire (Seahorse) coin from San Marino, minted in 1975, features a unique design that showcases a seahorse on its obverse side. This design was chosen to represent the country's maritime history and its connection to the sea. The coin's reverse side features the coat of arms of San Marino, which includes a shield with three towers and a crown, symbolizing the country's independence and sovereignty. The coin's aluminum composition and 0.8-gram weight make it a lightweight and highly portable collector's item.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1975  291000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Lire (Seahorse) 1975 coin.