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5000 Lire Italian Presidency of EU
1996 year| Silver (.835) | 18 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Italy |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1946-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1996 |
| Value | 5000 Lire (5000 ITL) |
| Currency | Lira (1861-2001) |
| Composition | Silver (.835) |
| Weight | 18 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 28 February 2002 |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#52520 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 59% |
Reverse
A logo composed of the symbol of EU (the letter E) at left and the European Parliament at right, whose sectors are covered with the flags of the countries of the European Union. On the logo there are 15 stars arranged to form a geographical representation of the State of Italy.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
•UNIONE EUROPEA PRESIDENZA ITALIANA•
L. 5000
1996 R
Translation: Italian Presidency of the European Union
Engraver: Maria Angela Cassol
Edge
Alternated reeded and smooth sections
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Non-circulating coin 5000 Lire (Italian Presidency of EU) 1996 from Italy made of Silver (.835) weighing 18 g is that it was minted to commemorate Italy's presidency of the European Union in 1996. The coin features the official logo of the EU and the Italian flag on one side, and the value of 5000 Lire on the other. It was produced in a limited quantity, making it a sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 R | 7996 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5000 Lire (Italian Presidency of EU) 1996 coin.
