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1 Besa - Victor Emmanuel III
| Bronze | 2.5 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Italian Somaliland (Somalia) |
|---|---|
| King | Victor Emmanuel III (1900-1941) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1909-1921 |
| Value | 1 Besa (0.01) |
| Currency | Rupia (1893-1925) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.5 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#22158 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 45% |
Reverse
Value in Arabic and Italian in circle surrounded by name of ruling authority in Arabic and Italian.
Scripts: Arabic, Latin
Lettering:
بلاد الصومال الايطاليانية
١
بيزا
1 BESA
1909
R·
SOMALIA ITALIANA
Translation:
Italian Somaliland
1
Besa
1 Besa
1909
R·
Italian Somalia
Engraver: Luigi Giorgi
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1 Besa coin from Italian Somaliland (Somalia) featuring Victor Emmanuel III, which was minted between 1909 and 1921, is interesting because it was produced during a time of great change in the region. The coin was minted during the period of Italian colonization in Somalia, which lasted from 1889 to 1941. This coin was used as a means of payment for the local population, and its design reflects the influence of Italian culture on the region. The use of the Italian language and the image of Victor Emmanuel III, the King of Italy at the time, are examples of this influence. Despite being a standard circulation coin, it has become a sought-after collector's item due to its historical significance and rarity.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1909 R | 2000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1910 R | 500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1913 R | 200000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1921 R | 500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Besa - Victor Emmanuel III 1909-1921 coin.
