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4 Bese - Victor Emmanuel III
| Bronze | 10 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Italian Somaliland (Somalia) |
|---|---|
| King | Victor Emmanuel III (1900-1941) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1909-1924 |
| Value | 4 Bese (0.04) |
| Currency | Rupia (1893-1925) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 10 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#22160 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 60% |
Reverse
Scripts: Arabic, Latin
Lettering:
الصومال الإيطالي
٤
بيزا
4 BESE
1923
SOMALIA ITALIANA
Engraver: Luigi Giorgi
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Italian and Somali cultural influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin bears the image of Victor Emmanuel III, the King of Italy from 1900 to 1946, while the reverse side features a traditional Somali motif, the "Bese," which is a symbol of good luck and prosperity in Somali culture. This blending of cultures reflects the historical context in which the coin was minted, during a period of Italian colonization in Somalia.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1909 R | 250000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1910 R | 250000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1913 R | 50000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1921 R | 200000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1923 R | 250000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1924 R | 750000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 4 Bese - Victor Emmanuel III 1909-1924 coin.
