San Marino. 5 Lire 1898
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San Marino 5 lire silver coin from 1898, weighing 25 g with 0.900 silver content, with a mintage of about 18,000 pieces, circulated and ungraded.
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Description from the seller
This coin, the 5 lire of San Marino from 1898, was produced with a mintage of about 18,000 pieces. Being a circulating coin, its survival rate is lower due to use over time. This limited mintage, combined with potential losses over the years, makes it a relatively rare piece today, increasing its appeal to collectors, especially for those who focus on the oldest European numismatics.
It contains 22.5 grams of silver of fineness 900, minted in 18,000 specimens.
Coin design:
Obverse
The obverse features the iconic crowned San Marino shield, adorned with the depiction of the three famous towers of the city, surrounded by a laurel wreath. This emblematic design symbolizes the sovereignty and historical strength of San Marino, reflecting its status as one of the oldest republics in the world.
Inscription
LIBERTAS / RESPVBBLICA S. MARINI
Reverse
On the reverse, a figure of San Marino, the venerable founder and saint, is elegantly portrayed while holding a scroll. This representation honors his contribution to the founding of the country and its enduring legacy. The artistic touch is completed by a rosette and the mint mark, subtly enriching the coin’s aesthetics.
Inscription
L.5 / LIBERTAS / R / RELINQVO VOS LIBEROS AB VTROQVE HOMINE / SPERANZA
This coin, the 5 lire of San Marino from 1898, was produced with a mintage of about 18,000 pieces. Being a circulating coin, its survival rate is lower due to use over time. This limited mintage, combined with potential losses over the years, makes it a relatively rare piece today, increasing its appeal to collectors, especially for those who focus on the oldest European numismatics.
It contains 22.5 grams of silver of fineness 900, minted in 18,000 specimens.
Coin design:
Obverse
The obverse features the iconic crowned San Marino shield, adorned with the depiction of the three famous towers of the city, surrounded by a laurel wreath. This emblematic design symbolizes the sovereignty and historical strength of San Marino, reflecting its status as one of the oldest republics in the world.
Inscription
LIBERTAS / RESPVBBLICA S. MARINI
Reverse
On the reverse, a figure of San Marino, the venerable founder and saint, is elegantly portrayed while holding a scroll. This representation honors his contribution to the founding of the country and its enduring legacy. The artistic touch is completed by a rosette and the mint mark, subtly enriching the coin’s aesthetics.
Inscription
L.5 / LIBERTAS / R / RELINQVO VOS LIBEROS AB VTROQVE HOMINE / SPERANZA
Details
Era
1900-2000
Country/province
San Marino
Year/period and variation
1898
Denomination
5 Lire
Precious metal
AR, Silver
Condition
Ungraded
Weight
25 g
Number of objects
1
Theme
History
Coin type
World Coins (non Euro coins pre-2000)
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