1 Besa - Victor Emmanuel III (Trial Strike) 1909 front 1 Besa - Victor Emmanuel III (Trial Strike) 1909 back
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1 Besa - Victor Emmanuel III Trial Strike

1909 year
Pewter - -
Description
Issuer
Italian Somaliland (Somalia)
King
Victor Emmanuel III (1900-1941)
Type
Pattern
Year
1909
Value
1 Besa (0.01)
Currency
Rupia (1893-1925)
Composition
Pewter
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#195135
Rarity index
97%

Interesting fact

The Pattern 1 Besa - Victor Emmanuel III (Trial Strike) 1909 from Italian Somaliland (Somalia) made of Pewter is a rare and unique coin, with only a few known examples existing in the world. It is considered a trial strike, meaning it was not officially released into circulation, but was instead produced as a test or sample. This coin's rarity and historical significance make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists and enthusiasts of African history.