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50 Centesimi - Victor Emmanuel II
1863 year| Silver (.835) | 2.5 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Italy |
|---|---|
| King | Vittorio Emanuele II (1861-1878) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1863 |
| Value | 50 Centesimi (0.50 ITL) |
| Currency | Lira (1861-2001) |
| Composition | Silver (.835) |
| Weight | 2.5 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#15464 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 25% |
Reverse
Savoia coat of arms decorated with the Collare dell'Annunziata, both within a laurel wreath.
Below value of the coin and mintmark.
Mintmarks:
M and BN within a rectangle for Milan (km# 4a.1)
T and BN within a rectangle for Turi (km# 4a.2)
Script: Latin
Lettering:
REGNO D'ITALIA
M C. 50 BN
Engraver: Giuseppe Ferraris
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 50 Centesimi - Victor Emmanuel II 1863 coin from Italy is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in the country. The coin was issued in 1863, just a few years after Italy's unification in 1861, and it features an image of Victor Emmanuel II, the first king of a unified Italy. The coin's design was meant to symbolize the new nation's unity and strength, and it was widely used in circulation throughout Italy during this time period. Despite its relatively small denomination, the coin has become a sought-after collector's item due to its historical significance and rarity.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1863 M BN | 4706125 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1863 T BN | 2752546 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Centesimi - Victor Emmanuel II 1863 coin.
