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20 Lire Trial Strike
1972 yearSilver (.986) | - | - |
Issuer | San Marino |
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Period | Republic (301-date) |
Type | Pattern |
Year | 1972 |
Value | 20 Lire (20 SML) |
Currency | Lira (1864-2001) |
Composition | Silver (.986) |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-07 |
Numista | N#97439 |
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Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LIRE
20
PROVA
AG 986
MONASSI
Engraver: Guerrino Mattia Monassi
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Pattern 20 Lire coin from San Marino is a rare and unique coin, with only 200 trial strike coins minted in 1972. The coin features a portrait of Saint Marinus, the patron saint of San Marino, on one side, and the coat of arms of San Marino on the other. The coin was minted in silver (.986) and has a diameter of 35mm. Due to its rarity and historical significance, the Pattern 20 Lire coin is highly sought after by collectors and can fetch high prices at auctions.
Price
Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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1972 | 70 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Lire (Trial Strike) 1972 coin.