50 Lire (Threat of Nuclear War) 1983 front 50 Lire (Threat of Nuclear War) 1983 back
50 Lire (Threat of Nuclear War) 1983 photo
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50 Lire Threat of Nuclear War

1983 year
Stainless steel 6.25 g 24.8 mm
Description
Issuer
San Marino
Period
Republic (301-date)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
1983
Value
50 Lire (50&nbspSML)
Currency
Lira (1864-2001)
Composition
Stainless steel
Weight
6.25 g
Diameter
24.8 mm
Thickness
2.06 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
1 March 2002
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#13659
Rarity index
25%

Reverse

Monster spewing radiation on standing female figure below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
1983 R
L.50
A·FABBRI

Engraver: Agenore Fabbri

Edge

Milled

Comment

The Monster of War again, repeating his threat; not to Man this time, but to Woman. She, too, in her innocence, yields to the destiny of Death.

San Marino's 1983 Mint Set
KM #MS24



Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Circulating commemorative coin 50 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, symbolizing the threat of nuclear war and the need for peace. The coin was minted in 1983, during a time when the threat of nuclear war was a major concern globally, and it serves as a reminder of the importance of disarmament and international cooperation.

Price

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

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