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2 Bese - Victor Emmanuel III
| Bronze | 5 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Italian Somaliland (Somalia) |
|---|---|
| King | Victor Emmanuel III (1900-1941) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1909-1924 |
| Value | 2 Bese (0.02) |
| Currency | Rupia (1893-1925) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 5 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#22159 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 51% |
Reverse
Value in Arabic and Italian in circle surrounded by name of ruling authority in Arabic and Italian.
Scripts: Arabic, Latin
Lettering:
الصومال الإيطالي
١
بيزا
2 BESE
1924
R
SOMALIA ITALIANA
Engraver: Luigi Giorgi
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Italian and Somali cultural influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin bears the image of Victor Emmanuel III, the King of Italy from 1900 to 1946, while the reverse side features a traditional Somali hut and a palm tree, reflecting the country's rich cultural heritage. This blend of cultures is a testament to the complex history of Italian Somaliland, which was a colony of Italy from 1889 to 1941, and later became an independent country in 1960.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1909 R | 500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1910 R | 250000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1913 R | 300000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1921 R | 600000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1923 R | 500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1924 R | 1000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Bese - Victor Emmanuel III 1909-1924 coin.
