50 Lire (Trial Strike) 1972 front 50 Lire (Trial Strike) 1972 back
50 Lire (Trial Strike) 1972 photo
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50 Lire Trial Strike

1972 year
Silver (.986) - -
Description
Issuer
San Marino
Period
Republic (301-date)
Type
Pattern
Year
1972
Value
50 Lire (50&nbspSML)
Currency
Lira (1864-2001)
Composition
Silver (.986)
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#97440
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Figure kneeling before standing figure, value at right.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
LIRE
50
PROVA
Ag 986
MONASSI

Engraver: Guerrino Mattia Monassi

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The Pattern 50 Lire (Trial Strike) 1972 from San Marino made of Silver (.986) is a rare and unique coin, with only 100 pieces minted. It was created as a trial strike, meaning it was not intended for circulation but rather as a test run to evaluate the design and production process. As a result, it is considered a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1972  70 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Lire (Trial Strike) 1972 coin.