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© Numismatica Ranieri
50 000 Lire Benvenuto Cellini
2000 year| Gold (.900) | 7.5 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Italy |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1946-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2000 |
| 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 |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 28 February 2002 |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#59636 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
The "Perseo with the head of Medusa" one of the most famous works of Cellini, with behind the profile of the Loggia dei Lanzi, the building in Florence where the statue is located. The value, on three lines, is between two columns of the loggia, with dates at its right.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BENVENUTO CELLINI
50
MILA
LIRE
1500 2000
R
Engraver: Claudia Momoni
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The Benvenuto Cellini 50,000 Lire coin is a unique piece, as it features a rare design element - a cameo portrait of Cellini himself, crafted from a contrasting metal to the rest of the coin. This cameo is made of a silver alloy, set against a gold background, creating a striking visual effect. This feature makes the coin stand out among other coins and adds to its collectibility.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 R | 4375 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 000 Lire (Benvenuto Cellini) 2000 coin.
