2 Lire (Socrates) 1996 front 2 Lire (Socrates) 1996 back
2 Lire (Socrates) 1996 photo
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2 Lire Socrates

1996 year
Aluminium 0.8 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
San Marino
Period
Republic (301-date)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
1996
Value
2 Lire (2&nbspSML)
Currency
Lira (1864-2001)
Composition
Aluminium
Weight
0.8 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#18283
Rarity index
38%

Reverse

Bust of Socrates right, in stone from which it is carved.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
SOCRATE
L2 R
1996

Engravers: Ettore Lorenzo Frapiccini, David Renka

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Socrates (469-399 BC) philosophy as an instrument of truth.

Interesting fact

The 2 Lire coin from San Marino featuring Socrates was part of a series of coins issued to commemorate the 2500th anniversary of the birth of the Greek philosopher. The coin's design features a portrait of Socrates on one side and the coat of arms of San Marino on the other. It was minted in 1996 and made of aluminum, weighing 0.8 grams. This coin is a unique and interesting collector's item for anyone interested in philosophy, history, or numismatics.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1996 R 32000 - - - - - -

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