5 Euros (Italian Monetary Unification) 2012 front 5 Euros (Italian Monetary Unification) 2012 back
5 Euros (Italian Monetary Unification) 2012 photo

5 Euros Italian Monetary Unification

2012 year
Silver (.925) 18 g 32 mm
Description
Issuer
Italy
Period
Republic (1946-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2012
Value
5 Euros 5 EUR = USD 5.49
Currency
Euro (2002-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
18 g
Diameter
32 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#37137
Rarity index
85%

Reverse

On the low part the allegory of Liberty taken from the 20 centesimi coin issued in 1908 and designed by Leonardo Bistolfi. Below the figure are the date and the mintmark. The value of the coin is in center surrounded by symbolical elements taken from other issues of Italian coinage

Script: Latin

Lettering:
UNIFICAZIONE · MONETARIA · ITALIANA ·
5 EURO
2012
R

Translation: ITALIAN MONETARY UNIFICATION

Engraver: Luciana De Simoni

Edge

Milled

Interesting fact

The 5 Euro Italian Monetary Unification coin from 2012 features a unique design that commemorates the 150th anniversary of Italy's monetary unification. The coin's design includes an image of the Italian flag and the letters "RI" (Repubblica Italiana) on one side, and a portrait of Victor Emmanuel II, the first king of unified Italy, on the other side. This coin was minted in a limited quantity of 10,000 pieces, making it a rare and collectible item for coin enthusiasts.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2012 R 5000 - - - - - -

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