San Marino Euro Coins

Since 1864, the Republic of San Marino has used the Italian Lira, and both the San Marino Lira and the Vatican Lira were also legal tender.

Thus, although not part of the European Union, San Marino adopted the Euro in 2002, just like the Principality of Monaco, Andorra, and the Vatican City.

From the very beginning, San Marino Euros have become objects of interest for numismatics enthusiasts, and indeed the value of some specimens has increased rapidly. All of this has contributed to making San Marino Euros true rare coins.

The Republic of San Marino does not have an autonomous Mint, so the production of coins is entrusted to the Italian Mint in Rome. Instead, the Autonomous State Company for Philately and Numismatics of San Marino takes care of the highly sought-after series dedicated to collectors.

1 Euro Cent San Marino – First Series

Let's start with the smallest denomination: 1 Euro Cent San Marino, the First Series was minted from 2002 to 2016.
On the Obverse, the Montale, the third Tower of San Marino, is depicted. To the right is the signature of the author Frantisek Chochola and in uppercase, the inscription SAN MARINO. To the left is the year of minting and the symbol of the Italian Mint in Rome.
Surrounding the Tower are the 12 Stars of the European Union. Finally, at the bottom right, along the edge, is the signature of the engraver Ettore Lorenzo Frapiccini.

On the Reverse, there is the Common Side shared by all Eurozone countries.

• Materials: Copper-plated steel
• Thickness: 1.67 millimeters
• Weight: 2.30 grams
• Diameter: 16.25 millimeters
• Edge: The edge is Smooth
• Engraver: Ettore Lorenzo Frapiccini
• Axis: German style

Values and mintages of the 1 euro cent coins of the Republic of San Marino, tables divided by year:

1 Euro Cent San Marino – Second Series

Here is the Second Series of the coin 1 Euro Cent San Marino. Minted from 2017 onwards.
The image on the Obverse changes and depicts the Coat of Arms of the Republic of San Marino with the three Towers in the center, the crown at the top, the two branches of laurel and oak enclosing the coat of arms, and the inscription LIBERTAS on the ribbon at the bottom.
At the top right is the year of minting with the R of the Mint of Rome below it, to the left the inscription SAN MARINO. Below, in the central part, are the initials of the authors Antonella Napolione and Urbani Maria Grazia as engravers.
Surrounding the coin are the 12 Stars symbolizing the European Union.

• Diameter: 16.25 mm
• Thickness: 1.67 mm
• Weight: 2.30 g
• Materials: Copper-plated steel
• Edge: Smooth
• Engraver: Urbani Maria Grazia
• Axis: German style

2 Euro Cents San Marino – First Series

The second smallest coin is the 2 Euro Cents San Marino First Series, minted from 2002 to 2016. On the Obverse, the 12 stars of the European Union are distributed along the edge. In the center, the Statue of Liberty is depicted, a work by Stefano Galletti. To the right is the symbol of the Italian mint and the year of minting, while to the left is the inscription SAN MARINO and the signature of the author Frantisek Chochola. Along the edge of the coin, at the bottom right, are the initials of the engraver Ettore Lorenzo Frapiccini.

On the Reverse, the Common Side of the 2 Euro cents coins is depicted.

• Materials: Copper-plated steel
• Thickness: 1.67 millimeters
• Weight: 3.06 grams
• Diameter: 18.75 millimeters
• Edge: Horizontal milled
• Engraver: Ettore Lorenzo Frapiccini

2 Euro Cents San Marino – Second Series

The 2 Euro Cents of the Republic of San Marino Second Series was minted in 2017. The design on the Obverse depicts an ancient guard post: the Porta del Paese, known as Porta San Francesco or Parta del Loco. To the right is the R as a symbol of the Roman mint and the semicircular inscription SAN MARINO, to the left is the year of minting. Below the Gate is the engraving of the initials of the author Arno Ludwig, while the initials of the engraver Ettore Lorenzo Frapiccini can be seen along the side of the gate. The 12 five-pointed stars are arranged in a circle along the outer edge of the coin.

The Reverse of the 2 euro cents is the Common Side.

• Materials: Copper-plated steel
• Diameter: 18.75 millimeters
• Thickness: 1.67 millimeters
• Weight: 3.06 grams
• Edge: Horizontal milled, smooth
• Engraver: Ettore Lorenzo Frapiccini

Here is the Table with the values of the 2 cents Sammarinese second series coin:

5 Cents Euro San Marino – First Series

Here we are with the 5 Cents Euro San Marino First Series, the third and last small denomination red coin. The first series of 5 euro cents from San Marino was minted in Rome from 2002 to 2016.
On the Obverse, the First Tower is depicted, known as Castello della Guaita or also Rocca. To the right of the fortress is the inscription SAN MARINO with the initials of Frantisek Chochola, the designer.
At the top left is the year of minting and below is the symbol of the Roman mint (R). Surrounding it are the twelve stars of the European Union and the initials of the engraver Ettore Lorenzo Frapiccini.

• Materials: Copper-plated steel
• Thickness: 1.67 millimeters
• Weight: 3.92 grams
• Diameter: 21.25 millimeters
• Edge: Smooth
• Engraver: Ettore Lorenzo Frapiccini

5 Cents Euro San Marino – Second Series

Here we are with the 5 Cents Euro of the Republic of San Marino Second Series, minted in 2017. On the Obverse, the new National face featuring the Church of the Capuchins with a lower crescent cut. The signature of the modeller Maria Angela Cassol is at the bottom right, while that of the author Arno Ludwig is on the left, also at the bottom. At the top in a semicircle is the inscription SAN MARINO followed by the year and the symbol of the Roman mint R.
All around are the twelve stars symbolizing the European Union.

The Reverse is characterized by the Common Side shared by all Eurozone countries.

• Materials: Copper-plated steel
• Weight: 3.92 g
• Diameter: 21.25 mm
• Thickness: 1.67 mm
• Edge: Smooth Edge
• Engraver: Maria Angela Cassol

Here are all the values of the 5 euro cent coin from the second series of San Marino:

10 Cents Euro San Marino – First and Second Series

Of the 10 Cents Euro of the Republic of San Marino First and Second Series, the First Series was minted from 2002 to 2007, after which the common face changes but the National one remains the same. Therefore, from 2008 to 2016, the Second Series is minted.

On the Obverse, the Basilica of San Marino is depicted in perspective, above the church there is the semicircular inscription SAN MARINO followed by the year of minting. To the right are the initials of the author Frantisek Chochola, below the R, symbol of the Roman mint, and along the edge are the 12 five-pointed stars with the engraver's signature Ettore Lorenzo Frapiccini.

The Reverse for the First Series depicts the countries of the Eurozone all separated from each other (2002/2007). However, in 2008 a new version of the map was requested with the Eurozone united. This version was used for the Second Series (2008/2016).

• Materials: Nordic Gold
• Thickness: 1.93 mm
• Weight: 4.1 g
• Diameter: 19.75 mm
• Edge: thick and reeded
• Engraver: Ettore Lorenzo Frapiccini

The rarest 10 cents of the Republic of San Marino are those from 2003, which have a value of over 14 euros. Those from 2004 are also uncommon and highly valued.

10 Cents Euro Republic of San Marino – Third Series

Here we are with the 10 Cents Euro San Marino Third Series, for which the National Face changes, but not the Common one. Minted in 2017 and still in circulation.
On the Obverse, the Church of San Francesco is depicted frontally with the inscription SAN MARINO above in a semicircle, the year of minting on the right and the mint symbol R on the left. In this third version, the signatures of the author Arno Ludwig and the modeler Maria Carmela Colaneri are at the bottom under the semicircular cut of the church. Around the coin, the twelve stars of the European Union are distributed in a circle.

On the Reverse of the Third Series 10 cents, there is the new map with the countries of the Eurozone united without distances.

• Edge: reeded with thick milling
• Materials: Nordic Gold
• Weight: 4.1 grams
• Diameter: 19.75 millimeters
• Thickness: 1.93 millimeters
• Engraver: Maria Carmela Colaneri

Among the third series, the rarest 10 cents of San Marino are those from 2017, valued at about 12 euros. The 10 cents from 2018 and 2019 are also rare and sought after in FDC due to limited mintages.

20 Cents Euro San Marino – First and Second Series

20 Cents Euro San Marino First and Second Series. The First Series runs from 2002 to 2007 and the Second Series from 2008 to 2016. The difference between the two series concerns only the Common Side, which is modified, while the National Side remains the same from 2002 to 2016.

In fact, the Obverse, the National Side, represents Saint Marino holding the Three Towers, in a stylized version of a painting from the 17th Century from the School of Guercino. To the left of the Saint are the initials of Frantisek Chochola, the designer, followed by the inscription SAN MARINO. The mint year is to the right, and after the third tower, the R of the Italian Mint in Rome is engraved.
Surrounding the coin are engraved stars as a symbol of the European Union, and at the bottom is the signature of Ettore Lorenzo Frapiccini as the engraver.

The Reverse depicts the countries of the Eurozone separated and distanced from each other for the First Series (2002/2007).
For the Second Series (2008/2016), a new version of the map is used with the Eurozone countries all united.

• Materials: Nordic Gold
• Thickness: 2.14 mm
• Weight: 5.74 g
• Diameter: 22.25 mm
• Edge: Wide Grooved
• Engraver: Ettore Lorenzo Frapiccini

The rarest and most valuable 20 cents from San Marino are those from 2004, worth over 7 euros. The 20 cents San Marino 2008, however, are common coins and still have a value of over 1 euro.

20 Cents Republic of Euro San Marino – Third Series

The 20 Cents Euro of the Republic of San Marino Third Series are minted in 2017 and the National Side of San Marino is modified.

In fact, on the Obverse, the Three symbolic Towers of San Marino are now represented: Montale/Cesta/Guaita with the inscription SAN MARINO in uppercase letters above, followed by the mint year. At the center, also at the top of the coin, is the symbol of the Mint of Rome (R). Below are the signatures of the designer Claudia Momoni and the engraver Arno Ludwig.
Around the edge of the coin, stars symbolizing the Eurozone are engraved.

The Reverse is the Common Side of the 20 cents, the same for all Eurozone countries.

• Materials: Nordic Gold
• Thickness: 2.14 mm
• Weight: 5.74 g
• Diameter: 22.25 mm
• Edge: Wide Grooved
• Engraver: Claudia Momoni

Among these coins, the rarest 20 cents from San Marino are certainly those from 2019, which with a mintage slightly over 23 thousand pieces, have a value of 6.50 euros.

50 Cents Euro Republic of San Marino – First and Second Series

With the 50 Cents Euro San Marino First and Second Series, the only change between the first and second series is the Common Side from 2008 onwards. The First Series was issued in 2002 and was minted until 2007, while the Second Series was minted from 2008 to 2016.

The Obverse of the coin features a depiction of the Three Towers on Mount Titano, different from that of the 20 cents coins.
Above the Guaita, the Cesta, and the Montale, there is a semicircle with the year of minting followed by the inscription SAN MARINO. In the upper central part, below the inscription, is the symbol of the Rome Mint, while further to the right are the initials of the author Frantisek Chochola.
The twelve stars of the European Union are arranged in a circle around the edge of the coin, and additionally, at the bottom, the signature of the Engraver Ettore Lorenzo Frapiccini is inscribed.

The Reverse in the First Version of 2002/2007 shows a map of the Eurozone countries with the countries separated from each other.
In the Second Version of 2008/2016, an updated version of the map is used with the European Union countries united.

• Materials: Nordic Gold
• Thickness: 2.38 mm
• Weight: 7.8 g
• Diameter: 24.25 mm
• Edge: thick milling / ribbed
• Engraver: Frantisek Chochola

Let's see which are the rare 50 cents of San Marino. Starting with the 50 cents of San Marino 2008, which is a common coin and thus has a large mintage. The 50 cents 2008 San Marino are worth three times their face value. The 50 cents of San Marino 2014 are worth 2 euros and are uncommon coins, as are the 50 cents of San Marino from 2015 (which have the same value).

In practice, the rarest coin of these two series is the first one, that of 2002, which is worth over 9 euros.

50 Cents Euro Republic of San Marino – Third Series

Here we have the 50 Cents Euro of the Republic of San Marino Third Series minted in 2017. Thus, the National Side changes.

The Obverse of this coin represents Saint Marino in the stylization of a painting by Emilio Retrosi. On the left, it shows the inscription SAN MARINO with the signature of the modeler Uliana Pernazza below. On the right, there is the year of minting, the symbol (R) of the Mint, and the signature of the author Arno Ludwig.
Surrounding it are the 12 stars of the European Union.

On the Reverse, the Common Side, which is the same for all 50 cents coins.

• Materials: Nordic Gold
• Weight: 7.8 g
• Diameter: 24.25 mm
• Thickness: 2.38 mm
• Edge: thick milling / ribbed
• Engraver: Uliana Pernazza

The rarest coin of this series is the one from 2019, while the 50 cents San Marino from 2018 are uncommon. These San Marino euros have a value three times their face value.

1 Euro Republic of San Marino – First and Second Series

Here we are with the bimetallic coins, starting with 1 Euro San Marino First and Second Series.

On the Obverse of the coins of the First and Second Series, the Coat of Arms of the Republic of San Marino is depicted with the three central Towers, the crown above, the two branches of laurel and oak on the sides of the coat of arms, tied together with a ribbon at the bottom. At the top right is the R of the Roman Mint. At the bottom, on the edge of the central disc, the inscription SAN MARINO is followed by the initials of Frantisek Chochola as the designer of the drawing.
On the outer part of the coin, the twelve stars of the European Union are engraved, and at the bottom is the signature of the engraver Ettore Lorenzo Frapiccini.

The Reverse represents the Common Side for all countries using the Euro, the First Version of 2002/2007 shows the borders between the different Eurozone countries. In contrast, in the Second Version of 2008/2016, the borders between the states disappear, and the Eurozone is represented as a whole.

• Materials: Outer ring in nickel/brass. Central disc in copper/nickel
• Thickness: 2.33 mm
• Weight: 7.5 g
• Diameter: 23.25 mm
• Edge: interrupted milled
• Engraver: Ettore Lorenzo Frapiccini

Let's see which are the rarest, most valued, and sought-after 1 euro coins from San Marino by collectors. Which will be the 1 euro San Marino coin with the highest value? Let's find out.

The rarest San Marino 1 euro coin is the euro from 2002, uncommon and valued at over 16 euros in uncirculated condition. The 1 euro 2009, on the other hand, is common and worth only 2 euros, as is the 1 euro San Marino 2010 coin, which is worth 3 euros.

Finally, the 1 euro San Marino coins from 2013 and 2014 are also common and worth between 2 and 3 euros.

The 1 euro coin from San Marino of 2015, although common, has a value double that of its face value. Its mintage is high, and its value is two euros in uncirculated condition.

1 Euro San Marino – Third Series

In 2017, the 1 Euro San Marino Third Series coin was introduced, changing the National Side in favor of the representation of the Second Tower. Therefore, the Obverse is characterized, in the central part of the coin, by the image of the Fratta Tower, which is indeed the Second Tower of San Marino. To the left is the inscription SAN MARINO and the symbol of the Roman Mint. To the right is the year of minting. The signatures of the designer Arno Ludwig and the modeler Luciana De Simoni are engraved below the fortress in the lower part of the coin.
The outer ring of the coin features the 12 five-pointed stars of the European Union, arranged in a circle.

The Reverse of the bimetallic coin is the Common Side for all Eurozone countries.

• Edge: interrupted milled
• Materials: Central disc in copper/nickel. Outer ring in nickel/brass.
• Weight: 7.5 g
• Thickness: 2.33 mm
• Diameter: 23.25 mm
• Engraver: Luciana De Simoni

The 1 euro 2017 San Marino coin is uncommon and has a value of 2.5 euros.

2 Euro San Marino – First and Second Series

Here we are with the other bimetallic coin: the 2 Euro San Marino First and Second Series.

On the Obverse of the First and Second Series, in the central part of the coin, is engraved the Palazzo Pubblico or the Domus Magna Comunis. To the right is the inscription SAN MARINO followed by the signature of Frantisek Chochola, the designer. To the left is the year of minting and the symbol of the Mint of Rome (R).
The outer crown of the coin bears the signature of the engraver Ettore Lorenzo Frapiccini and the 12 stars symbolizing Europe.

The Reverse of the 2 euro cent coin is the Common Side, which is the same for all countries using the Euro.
The First Version (2002/2007) has the borders between the Euro Zone countries.
In the Second Version (2008/2016), the borders between the different states disappear in favor of a UNITED view of the Eurozone.

• Materials: Central core nickel/brass. Outer crown in copper/nickel
• Thickness: 2.20 mm
• Weight: 8.5 g
• Diameter: 25.75 millimeters
• Edge: Reeded with six 2s in relief and six five-pointed stars.
• Engraver: Ettore Lorenzo Frapiccini

Now the figures become interesting. First of all, the most valued San Marino 2 euro coins are the 2 euro San Marino 2002, the first ones. The rarest San Marino 2 euros are those from 2006 and 2014.

The 2 euro San Marino 2013 coins are common; however, they have a value of €4.50 and a mintage of over 600,000 pieces. The 2 euros from 2016 are also common and are worth only €4. It is important to note that we are talking about circulating coins and not the commemorative 2 euros from San Marino.

2 Euro San Marino – Third Series

Here we are at the last coin from San Marino, the 2 Euro of the Republic of San Marino Third Series minted in 2017. In this case, the National Side changes.

Indeed, in the central part of the Obverse of the coin is depicted, facing right, Saint Marino holding the Three Towers. The image is taken from a painting by Giovan Battista Urbinelli. The inscription SAN MARINO followed by the year of minting is to the right of the coin, while the R of the Mint is on the left. The signatures of the author and engraver are also hosted in the central part of the coin, precisely above the shoulder is that of Silvia Petrassi, modeler, and below that of the author Arno Ludwig.

The Reverse is characterized by the Common Side of the 2 Euro.

• Edge: Reeded with six 2s in relief and six five-pointed stars.
• Materials: Outer crown in copper/nickel. Central core nickel/brass.
• Weight: 8.5 g
• Thickness: 2.20 mm
• Diameter: 25.75 millimeters
• Engraver: Silvia Petrassi

The rarest coins of the third series are those from 2018 and they also have the highest value.