5 Lire (Trial) 1933-1938 front 5 Lire (Trial) 1933-1938 back
5 Lire (Trial) 1933-1938 photo
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5 Lire Trial

 
Silver (.835) 5 g 23 mm
Description
Issuer
San Marino
Period
Republic (301-date)
Type
Pattern
Years
1933-1938
Value
5 Lire (5&nbspSML)
Currency
Lira (1864-2001)
Composition
Silver (.835)
Weight
5 g
Diameter
23 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#178080
Rarity index
91%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering:
FORTIS·IN·TEMPERANTIA
E. SAROLDI · R · A·M·IRO
L. 5

Engraver: Enrico Saroldi

Edge

Inscripted

Script: Latin

Lettering: LIBERTAS * LIBERTAS *

Translation: Liberty

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pattern 5 Lire (Trial) 1933-1938 from San Marino is that it was designed by the Italian sculptor and engraver, Giuseppe Romagnoli. He was known for his work on various coins and medals, and his design for the San Marino 5 Lire coin features a portrait of the Sammarinese statesman, Onofrio Fattori, on the obverse, and a depiction of the San Marino coat of arms on the reverse. The coin's design was meant to symbolize the country's rich history and cultural heritage.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1936 R 100 - - - - - -
1937 R 100 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Lire (Trial) 1933-1938 coin.