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5 Lire - Victor Emmanuel II
| Silver (.900) | 25 g | 37.2 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Piedmont-Sardinia (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Victor Emmanuel II (1849-1861) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1850-1861 |
| Value | 5 Lire |
| Currency | Lira (1816-1861) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 25 g |
| Diameter | 37.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#15617 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 52% |
Reverse
Crowned arms, value below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DVX SAB.GENVAE ET MONTISF.PRINC.PED.&
P L · 5
Engraver: Giuseppe Ferraris
Edge
FERT
Lettering: FERT - FERT - FERT
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Lire coin from the Kingdom of Piedmont-Sardinia is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in Italy. The coin was issued during the reign of Victor Emmanuel II, who was the first king of a unified Italy. The coin's design features the king's portrait on one side and the coat of arms of the Kingdom of Piedmont-Sardinia on the other. This coin is a symbol of the transition from a collection of separate states to a unified nation, and it represents a significant moment in Italian history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1850 B | 58000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1850 P | 721000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1851 B | 49000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1851 P | 316000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1852 B | 97000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1852 P | 391000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1853 P | 167000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1854 B | 74000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1854 P | 284000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1855 B | 52000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1855 P | 84000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1856 B | 37000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1856 P | 58000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1857 B | 19000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1857 P | 35000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1858 B | 11000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1858 P | 30000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1859 B | 12000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1859 P | 49000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1860 B | 5044 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1861 B | 12000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Lire - Victor Emmanuel II 1850-1861 coin.
