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5 Lire - Victor Emmanuel III Pattern
1926 year| Silver | - | 33.5 mm |
| Issuer | Italy |
|---|---|
| King | Vittorio Emanuele III (1900-1946) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1926 |
| Value | 5 Lire (5 ITL) |
| Currency | Lira (1861-2001) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 33.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#430801 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
An eagle in profile with spread wings, with a big Fascio Littorio between its claws, adorned with an ax, the words 'prova tecnica fuori virola' and the value; date and mintmark below to the left
Script: Latin
Lettering:
R
1926
1.A PROVA TECNINCA FVORI VIROLA
L.5
Translation:
5 Lire
1st tecnical trial without edge
Engraver: Giuseppe Romagnoli
Edge
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
The Pattern 5 Lire - Victor Emmanuel III (Pattern) 1926 from Italy made of Silver is a rare and unique coin, with only 100 pieces minted. It was designed by Italian engraver and sculptor, Giuseppe Romagnoli, and features a portrait of King Victor Emmanuel III on one side and the Italian coat of arms on the other. The coin was never officially released into circulation, making it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
