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50 Centesimi - Victor Emmanuel II
| Silver (.835) | 2.5 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Italy |
|---|---|
| King | Vittorio Emanuele II (1861-1878) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1863-1867 |
| Value | 50 Centesimi (0.50 ITL) |
| Currency | Lira (1861-2001) |
| Composition | Silver (.835) |
| Weight | 2.5 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#4258 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 10% |
Reverse
Value on two lines above a semicircular wreath of laurel branches, and the mintmark below the wreath
Script: Latin
Lettering:
REGNO D'ITALIA
50 CENTESIMI
M BN
Translation:
Kingdom of Italy
50 Centesimi
M BN
Engraver: Giuseppe Ferraris
Edge
Plain
Comment
Reference numbers:Milan - KM#14.1
Naples - KM#14.2
Turin - KM#14.3
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 50 Centesimi - Victor Emmanuel II 1863-1867 coin from Italy is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in the country. The coin was introduced in 1863, just a few years after Italy had finally achieved unification under the rule of Victor Emmanuel II. The coin's design features a portrait of the king on one side and the Italian coat of arms on the other, symbolizing the newfound unity and independence of the country. Despite the challenges of the time, the coin remained in circulation for several years, serving as a symbol of hope and progress for the Italian people.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1863 M BN | 33759516 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1863 N BN | 16062339 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1863 T BN | 6301223 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1866 M BN | 19199457 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1867 M BN | 10984179 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1867 N BN | 7838384 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1867 T BN | 396231 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 1863-1867 coin.
