5 Lire (Theatre) 1997 front 5 Lire (Theatre) 1997 back
5 Lire (Theatre) 1997 photo
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5 Lire Theatre

1997 year
Aluminium 1 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
San Marino
Period
Republic (301-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1997
Value
5 Lire (5&nbspSML)
Currency
Lira (1864-2001)
Composition
Aluminium
Weight
1 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
1 March 2002
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#18878
Rarity index
42%

Reverse

Standing figure in Renaissance attire facing left, looking toward skull held in right hand.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
1997
R
TEATRO
L 5

Translation:
1997
Theater
5 Lire

Engraver: Ettore Lorenzo Frapiccini

Edge

Plain

Comment

Theater. Through the unmistakable iconography of Hamlet's monologue in front of Yorik's skull, we wanted to remember one of the greatest playwrights of all time, William Shakespeare, and what is perhaps his most emblematic work.

Interesting fact

The 5 Lire (Theatre) 1997 coin from San Marino features a unique design that showcases the country's rich history and culture. The obverse side of the coin depicts the iconic Teatro Titano, a historic theater located in the heart of San Marino's capital city, while the reverse side features a stylized image of a stage curtain, symbolizing the country's rich tradition of theater and performance arts. This coin is a great example of how numismatics can serve as a window into a country's history, culture, and artistic heritage.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1997 R 28000 - - - - - -

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