2 Bese - Victor Emmanuel III Trial Strike
1909 year| Lead | - | - |
| Issuer | Italian Somaliland (Somalia) |
|---|---|
| King | Victor Emmanuel III (1900-1941) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1909 |
| Value | 2 Bese (0.02) |
| Currency | Rupia (1893-1925) |
| Composition | Lead |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#195136 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Interesting fact
The A Pattern 2 Bese - Victor Emmanuel III (Trial Strike) 1909 from Italian Somaliland (Somalia) made of Lead is a rare and unique coin, with only a few known examples existing in the numismatic world. It is considered a trial strike, meaning it was not officially released into circulation, but was instead produced as a test or sample coin. This fact alone makes it highly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts of rare coins. Additionally, the fact that it was made of lead, a relatively soft and malleable metal, makes it even more unusual and interesting.
