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5 Lire - Pius IX
| Silver (.900) | 25 g | 38 mm |
| Issuer | Papal States |
|---|---|
| Pope | Pius IX (1846-1878) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1867-1870 |
| Value | 5 Lire |
| Currency | Lira (1866-1870) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 25 g |
| Diameter | 38 mm |
| Thickness | 2.9 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#18111 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 51% |
Reverse
Value and date within wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
STATO PONTIFICIO
5
LIRE
1870
R
Translation: Papal state
Engraver: Carl Friedrich Voigt
Edge
Reeded
Comment
1st currency of the Papal States in the decimal system.This type is associated with the requirements of the LATIN UNION.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Lire coin from the Papal States is that it was minted during the reign of Pope Pius IX, who was the longest-reigning Pope in history, serving for over 31 years.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1867 R | 5804 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1870 R | 98504 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Lire - Pius IX 1867-1870 coin.
