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500 Lire Flora and Fauna
1992 yearSilver (.835) | 15 g | 32 mm |
Issuer | Italy |
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Period | Republic (1946-date) |
Type | Non-circulating coin |
Year | 1992 |
Value | 500 Lire (500 ITL) |
Currency | Lira (1861-2001) |
Composition | Silver (.835) |
Weight | 15 g |
Diameter | 32 mm |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
Demonetized | 28 February 2002 |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#52583 |
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Rarity index | 54% |
Reverse
Stylized protected animals and plants inserted in a square, right as in obverse. Outside the square there are four triangular symbols in cardinal positions, representing the four vital elements: fire, water, air and earth. At sides the mintmark (left) and the date (right). Value below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
R 1992
L. 500
Engraver: Maria Carmela Colaneri
Edge
"R.I." repeated 3 times between stars and laurel
Script: Latin
Lettering: R.I. | R.I. | R.I. |
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1992 Italian 500 Lire (Flora and Fauna) coin is that it features a unique design that showcases the country's rich biodiversity. The coin's obverse side depicts a stylized image of a bee, while the reverse side features a beautiful rendering of a poppy flower. This design was chosen to highlight the importance of protecting Italy's natural resources and preserving its diverse flora and fauna. Additionally, the coin's silver content and limited mintage make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
Price
Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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1992 R | 8500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 500 Lire (Flora and Fauna) 1992 coin.