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5000 Lire The Earth
1999 year| Silver (.835) | 18 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Italy |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1946-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1999 |
| 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#52733 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 64% |
Reverse
In center the value inside a circle. Around, clockwise, a wheel, a rudder and a radio telescope, amonst the most important human discoveries that have allowed man to create a "global village". Between this objects, coming out from central circle as an helix three bands with, respectively, flowers, sea waves and stars. Mintmark is in lower left.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
L.
5000
R
Engraver: Laura Cretara
Edge
Discountinuous milled.
Comment
This coin is part of the second issue of the series "Towards 2000" and was emitted in a single case with .Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1999 Italian 5000 Lire (The Earth) silver coin is that it features a unique design that showcases the Earth's surface as seen from space. The coin's obverse side features a detailed image of the Earth, with its continents, oceans, and clouds depicted in great detail. This design was created using advanced technology and is considered one of the most visually striking features of the coin. Additionally, the coin's silver content and limited mintage make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and coin enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 R | 8170 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5000 Lire (The Earth) 1999 coin.
