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2½ Lire - Pius IX
1867 year| Silver (.835) | 12.5 g | 31 mm |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Pope | Pius IX (1846-1878) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1867 |
| Value | 2½ Lire (2.5) |
| Currency | Lira (1866-1870) |
| Composition | Silver (.835) |
| Weight | 12.5 g |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#38293 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 76% |
Reverse
Value and date within wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
STATO PONTIFICIO
2 1/2 LIRE
1867
Translation: Papal State
Engraver: Filippo Speranza
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2½ Lire - Pius IX 1867 coin from the Papal States is that it was minted during a time of significant political and religious change. The Papal States, which were a series of territories in Italy under the direct rule of the Pope, were in the process of being annexed by the Kingdom of Italy during the late 19th century. This coin was minted in 1867, just a few years before the Papal States were officially annexed by Italy in 1870. As a result, the coin represents a unique moment in history, when the Papal States were still an independent entity but were facing significant pressure from the surrounding Italian states.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1867 R | 257432 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2½ Lire - Pius IX 1867 coin.
