Danh mục
| Đơn vị phát hành | San Marino |
|---|---|
| Năm | 1931-1938 |
| Loại | Standard circulation coin |
| Mệnh giá | 10 Lire (10 SML) |
| Tiền tệ | Lira (1864-2001) |
| Chất liệu | Silver (.835) |
| Trọng lượng | 10 g |
| Đường kính | 27 mm |
| Độ dày | |
| Hình dạng | Round |
| Kỹ thuật | Milled |
| Hướng | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Nghệ nhân khắc | Enrico Saroldi |
| Lưu hành đến | |
| Tài liệu tham khảo | KM#10 |
| Mô tả mặt trước | Bust of St. Agatha with sword and crown |
|---|---|
| Chữ viết mặt trước | Latin |
| Chữ khắc mặt trước |
IUSTITIA SUPREMA LEX ESTO (Translation: Justice must be the supreme law) |
| Mô tả mặt sau | Coat of arms crowned on fasces |
| Chữ viết mặt sau | Latin |
| Chữ khắc mặt sau | REPVBBLICA DI·S·MARINO L. 10 |
| Cạnh | Inscripted |
| Xưởng đúc |
R Rome, Italy (476-date) |
| Số lượng đúc |
1931 R - - 25 000 1932 R - - 25 000 1933 R - - 25 000 1935 R - - 30 000 1936 R - - 15 000 1937 R - - 20 000 1938 R - - 10 000 |
| ID Numisquare | 6604987560 |
| Thông tin bổ sung |
Historical Context: Issued by the Republic of San Marino from 1931 to 1938, this 10 Lire coin reflects a complex interwar period. Though sovereign, San Marino was heavily influenced by Fascist Italy under Benito Mussolini, particularly economically and politically. While maintaining its republican governance, the era saw the rise of the Sammarinese Fascist Party. This silver coinage, aligning with the Italian Lira standard, underscores San Marino's unique position, balancing independence with the dominant regional power during a period of geopolitical tension.
Artistry: The artistic execution of this 10 Lire coin is attributed to the renowned Italian engraver Giuseppe Romagnoli, a prominent figure in Italian numismatic design. Romagnoli's style, deeply rooted in neoclassical and classical revival traditions, is evident. The obverse typically features an allegorical female bust, representing Liberty or the Republic, rendered with idealized features. The reverse showcases the intricate Coat of Arms of San Marino, flanked by classical motifs, embodying the Republic's heritage with a dignified and robust aesthetic.
Technical/Grading: Struck in .835 silver, weighing 10 grams and 27 mm in diameter, technical strike quality can vary. Key high-points for grading include the hair details and diadem on the obverse's allegorical bust, and the intricate elements of the crown, shield, and supporting branches on the reverse's Coat of Arms. Collectors should examine these areas for sharpness. Well-preserved examples exhibit crisp details, strong cartwheel luster, and minimal contact marks, particularly on fields and highest relief points.