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20 Lire - Umberto I
| Gold (.900) | 6.45 g | 21.5 mm |
| Issuer | Italy |
|---|---|
| King | Umberto I (1878-1900) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1879-1897 |
| Value | 20 Lire (20 ITL) |
| Currency | Lira (1861-2001) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 6.45 g |
| Diameter | 21.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#19764 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 21% |
Reverse
Savoia crowned coat of arms decorated with the Collare dell'Annunziata and the value at both sides, all encircled by a wreath made by a branch of laurel and one of oak.
Up the crowned shield there is the Star of Italy. The Mintmark is below the wreath, on the right.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
L 20
R
Translation:
20 Lire
R
Engraver: Filippo Speranza
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 20 Lire - Umberto I 1879-1897 coin from Italy is that it was minted during a time of significant political and social change in the country. The coin was introduced in 1879, just a year after the death of King Victor Emmanuel II, and features his son, Umberto I, who was the King of Italy from 1878 until his assassination in 1900. During Umberto's reign, Italy experienced significant political turmoil, including the rise of anarchism and socialism, as well as the country's involvement in the First World War. Despite these challenges, the coin remained in circulation until 1897, when it was replaced by a new design. Today, the 20 Lire - Umberto I 1879-1897 coin is a sought-after collector's item, not only for its historical significance but also for its beauty and rarity.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1879 R | 146466 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1880 R | 128808 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1881 R | 843028 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1882 R | 6970007 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1883 R | 182280 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1884 R | 9775 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1885 | 164734 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1886 R | 59008 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1888 R | 111540 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1889 R | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1890 R | 68220 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1891 R | 31791 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1893 R | 41214 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1897 R | 38333 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Lire - Umberto I 1879-1897 coin.
