20 Lire (Trial Strike) 1972 front 20 Lire (Trial Strike) 1972 back
20 Lire (Trial Strike) 1972 photo
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20 Lire Trial Strike

1972 year
Silver (.986) - -
Description
Issuer
San Marino
Period
Republic (301-date)
Type
Pattern
Year
1972
Value
20 Lire (20&nbspSML)
Currency
Lira (1864-2001)
Composition
Silver (.986)
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#97439
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
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.