500 Lire (Year of the Family) 1987 front 500 Lire (Year of the Family) 1987 back
500 Lire (Year of the Family) 1987 photo

500 Lire Year of the Family

1987 year
Silver (.835) 11 g 29.3 mm
Description
Issuer
Italy
Period
Republic (1946-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1987
Value
500 Lire (500&nbspITL)
Currency
Lira (1861-2001)
Composition
Silver (.835)
Weight
11 g
Diameter
29.3 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
28 February 2002
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#12026
Rarity index
35%

Reverse

A stylized design representing the family (mother, father and a child) with the sun on background, a symbol of home comfort. Value is below with mintmark at left and and date at right.

Script: Latin

Lettering: R L. 500 1987

Translation: R 500 Lire 1987

Engraver: Maria Carmela Colaneri

Edge

Lettering in relief

Script: Latin

Lettering: REPVBBLICA ITALIANA

Translation: Republic of Italy

Interesting fact

The 500 Lire (Year of the Family) 1987 coin from Italy features a unique design that highlights the importance of family in Italian culture. The obverse side of the coin depicts a family group surrounded by a wreath, while the reverse side features the coat of arms of the Italian Republic. This coin was minted to commemorate the Year of the Family, which was designated by the United Nations in 1987 to promote awareness and support for families worldwide.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1987 R 19700 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 500 Lire (Year of the Family) 1987 coin.