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20 Lire - Pius IX
| Gold (.900) | 6.451 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Pope | Pius IX (1846-1878) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1866-1870 |
| Value | 20 Lire |
| Currency | Lira (1866-1870) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 6.451 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#7568 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 52% |
Reverse
Value and date within wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
* STATO * PONTIFICIO *
20
LIRE
1866
Translation: Papal states
Engraver: Carl Friedrich Voigt
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 20 Lire - Pius IX 1866-1870 coin from the Papal States is that it was minted during a time of significant political and religious change. The coin was issued during the reign of Pope Pius IX, who was the longest-reigning Pope in history, serving from 1846 to 1878. During his papacy, the Papal States underwent significant modernization and liberalization, including the establishment of a constitutional government and the expansion of education and transportation networks. Additionally, the coin was minted during a time of increased tensions between the Papal States and the newly unified Italy, which eventually led to the Papal States' annexation by Italy in 1870.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1866 R | 102944 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1867 R | 57000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1868 R | 112000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1869 R | 76000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1870 R | 27000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Lire - Pius IX 1866-1870 coin.
