© Éditions V. Gadoury
© Éditions V. Gadoury
100 Lire Large type; trial strike
1954 year| Acmonital | 8 g | 27.8 mm |
| Issuer | Italy |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1946-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1954 |
| Value | 100 Lire (100 ITL) |
| Currency | Lira (1861-2001) |
| Composition | Acmonital |
| Weight | 8 g |
| Diameter | 27.8 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#239423 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Goddess Minerva facing left reaching an olive tree with her raised right hand while in the left holds a long spear. Value at left of olive trunk; mintmark at right of the Goddess. Date below, in exergue. "PROVA" added at lower right, along the rim.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
L.100 R
PROVA
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1954
Designer: Giuseppe Romagnoli
Interesting fact
The Acmonital alloy used in the coin's composition is a unique blend of aluminum, copper, and zinc that was developed specifically for the Italian mint during the 1950s. It was prized for its durability and resistance to corrosion, making it an ideal material for coinage. The use of Acmonital in the production of this coin reflects the innovative approach of the Italian mint in creating high-quality currency that would stand the test of time.
