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50 000 Lire Battistero of Parma
1996 year| Gold (.900) | 7.5 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Italy |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1946-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1996 |
| Value | 50 000 Lire (50 000 ITL) |
| Currency | Lira (1861-2001) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 7.5 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | 28 February 2002 |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#59332 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
A circular group of decorations of the Baptistery doors, with inside a semicircular space with value, mintmark and date. Decorations are: up the Last Judgement; below, as a frame scenes of the Allegory of Life.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VIII CENTENARIO DEL BATTISTERO DI PARMA
50 MILA
LIRE
R 1996
Translation: VIII Centenary of the Battistero of Parma
Engraver: Roberto Mauri
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The Baptistery of Parma is a Christian monument dedicated to St. John the Baptist and dedicated to the rite of baptism; with an altar, it is also a church. It stands in the square shared by the cathedral and the episcopal palace of Parma, in the Italian region of Emilia-Romagna.It is the work of Benedetto Antelami and a magnificent example of the transition between Romanesque and Gothic Italian art. (Source : www.wikipedia.org)
Interesting fact
The 50,000 Lire (Battistero of Parma) 1996 gold coin from Italy features an intricate design on its reverse side, showcasing the Baptistery of Parma, a historic religious building in Parma, Italy. The coin's design captures the detailed architecture of the building, including its ornate columns and arches, creating a beautiful representation of the battistero's facade. This coin is a unique piece of art, not only for its aesthetic appeal but also for its historical significance, making it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and art enthusiasts alike.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 R | 7010 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 000 Lire (Battistero of Parma) 1996 coin.
