5 Lire (Threat of Nuclear War) 1983 front 5 Lire (Threat of Nuclear War) 1983 back
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5 Lire Threat of Nuclear War

1983 year
Aluminium 1 g 20.2 mm
Description
Issuer
San Marino
Period
Republic (301-date)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
1983
Value
5 Lire (5&nbspSML)
Currency
Lira (1864-2001)
Composition
Aluminium
Weight
1 g
Diameter
20.2 mm
Thickness
1.48 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
1 March 2002
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#11869
Rarity index
25%

Reverse

Arm with clenched fist in window.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
1983
A·FABBRI
L.5
R

Engraver: Agenore Fabbri

Edge

Plain

Comment

The quest for freedom is expressed with infinite pain. Man longs to escape his condition of slavery, which he has brought on himself.

San Marino's 1983 Mint Set
KM #MS24



Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Circulating commemorative coin 5 Lire (Threat of Nuclear War) 1983 from San Marino is that it was designed by the artist Guilio Vio, who was known for his work in commemorative coins and medals. The coin features an image of a nuclear explosion on one side and the coat of arms of San Marino on the other. The coin was minted to raise awareness about the threat of nuclear war and promote peace.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1983 R 72000 - - - - - -

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