Italy 5 Euros, 2003

5 Euros from Italy. Issued in 2003. Struck in Silver (.925). Measures 32 mm and weighs 18 g.

Obverse

In center the "Moduler" an anthropometric scale of proportions devised by the French architect Le Corbusier, with at its right the double helix of the DNA; both are inside a rectangle. At sides a schematic representations of the modern technology. At right are also present the date and the "RI" monogram. Name of the author below the Moduler. (RI = Italian Republic)

Reverse

At the center is a reproduction of a bas-relief from the 2nd century representing the work of man. The bas-reflief separate the value above and at the bottom together with twelve stars (six above and six below) placed along the rim.

Edge

Reeded