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5000 Lire Allegory of today
1999 yearSilver (.835) | 18 g | 32 mm |
Issuer | San Marino |
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Period | Republic (301-date) |
Type | Non-circulating coin |
Year | 1999 |
Value | 5000 Lire (5000 SML) |
Currency | Lira (1864-2001) |
Composition | Silver (.835) |
Weight | 18 g |
Diameter | 32 mm |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
Demonetized | 1 March 2002 |
Updated | 2024-10-07 |
Numista | N#18885 |
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Rarity index | 50% |
Reverse
Europe and North Africa map, solar system, and antenna dish in human mind
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1999
R
Y.ABD EL KALIK
L.5000
Engraver: Claudia Momoni
Designer: Abd El Kalik Yhia
Edge
Reeded and plain segments
Comment
Allegory of today. The woman and the technological explorer of the universe.The profile of a woman, more and more present in society, flanked by the polyhedral waves of a radar, which make it possible to scrutinize the earth, the seas, the spaces, and ideally become the parallels of the terrestrial globe and the orbits of the planets.
Interesting fact
The 5000 Lire (Allegory of today) coin from San Marino, made of Silver (.835) and weighing 18g, features a unique design that represents the allegory of today. The obverse side of the coin depicts a stylized representation of the Earth, surrounded by various symbols and elements that reflect the challenges and opportunities of the modern world. The reverse side features a portrait of Saint Marinus, the patron saint of San Marino, along with the coat of arms of the republic and the inscription "Repubblica di San Marino." This coin was minted in 1999 as a non-circulating coin, meaning it was not intended for general circulation but rather as a collector's item. Its unique design and limited mintage make it a valuable addition to any coin collection.
Price
Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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1999 R | 28000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5000 Lire (Allegory of today) 1999 coin.