10 Euros United Nations

€1.00
IssuerItaly
Year2005
TypeNon-circulating coin
Value10 Euros
CurrencyEuro (2002-date)
CompositionSilver (.925)
Weight22 g
Dimensions34 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound
Milled
OrientationMedal alignment ↑↑
Engraver(s)Luciana De Simoni
In circulation to
Reference(s) KM#268
Obverse descriptionInside a geometrical composition made by two rectangles (one placed vertically, the other horizontally) is the logo of the United Nations with at left a woman face, symbol of the union between people.
Obverse scriptLatin
Obverse letteringREPUBBLICA ITALIANA
(Translation: Italian Republic)
Reverse descriptionAnother geometrical composition made by rectangles of different size stacked in shape of a greek cross. Inside of these rectangles are represented elements to symbolize the activities of UN: the microscope for scientific research; the wheat ear for aid activities to those countries with nutrition problems; the dove in support of the maintenance of peace; and finally the caduceus as a symbol of health care for underdeveloped countries. More in other rectangles are the dates of the anniversary, the value, the mintmark and the author`s name. Outside the composition four big dots are placed in cardinal positions
Reverse scriptLatin
Reverse letteringONU 1945 2005 10 EURO R DE SIMONI
(Translation: U.N. 1945 2005 10 EURO)
EdgeMilled
MintR
Rome, Italy (476-date)
Mintage2005 R - BU - 12 600
Catalog ID9958176300
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