20 Lire (Trial strike; type 1) 1956 front 20 Lire (Trial strike; type 1) 1956 back
20 Lire (Trial strike; type 1) 1956 photo
© Numismatica Ranieri

20 Lire Trial strike; type

1956 year
Bronzital 3.6 g 21.3 mm
Description
Issuer
Italy
Period
Republic (1946-date)
Type
Pattern
Year
1956
Value
20 Lire (20&nbspITL)
Currency
Lira (1861-2001)
Composition
Bronzital
Weight
3.6 g
Diameter
21.3 mm
Thickness
1.67 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#239439
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Oak branch in the center with the denomination to the left and the mintmark below and the date to the right. "P" in circle for Prova below date.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
L · 20
R 1956
P

Engraver: Pietro Giampaoli

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The Pattern 20 Lire coin was designed by Italian sculptor and engraver, Giuseppe Romagnoli, and it features a unique design that showcases the country's rich history and culture. The obverse side of the coin depicts the profile of a young woman, representing Italy, surrounded by olive branches and the inscription "LIBERTAS" which means freedom in Latin. The reverse side of the coin features a stylized image of a she-wolf nursing Romulus and Remus, the legendary founders of Rome, and the inscription "ROMA" in bold letters. This design was meant to symbolize the country's rich history and its connection to ancient Rome.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1956 R 2500 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Lire (Trial strike; type 1) 1956 coin.