Reverse © World Coin Gallery
Reverse © World Coin Gallery
50 Centesimi - Victor Emmanuel III non-magnetic
| Acmonital (austenitic) | 6 g | 24.1 mm |
| Issuer | Italy |
|---|---|
| King | Vittorio Emanuele III (1900-1946) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1939-1940 |
| Value | 50 Centesimi (0.50 ITL) |
| Currency | Lira (1861-2001) |
| Composition | Acmonital (austenitic) |
| Weight | 6 g |
| Diameter | 24.1 mm |
| Thickness | 1.9 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#7929 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 7% |
Reverse
Side view of an eagle with raised wings holding a fasces with an axe in its claws, date and year of Fascist Era on the left, near the tail. Below the fasces, in exergue, the Savoy shield divides the value and mintmark at sides.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ITALIA
1940
XVIII
R
C. 50
Unabridged legend:
ITALIA
1940
XVIII
R
50 Centesimi
Translation:
ITALY
1940
XVIII
R
50 Centesimi
Engraver: Giuseppe Romagnoli
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 50 Centesimi coin from Italy, minted between 1939 and 1940, features an image of Victor Emmanuel III on one side and the coat of arms of Italy on the other. It is made of a unique alloy called Acmonital, which is an austenitic stainless steel that contains a mix of iron, chromium, nickel, and manganese. This coin is notable for its non-magnetic properties, which sets it apart from other coins made of similar materials. Additionally, it weighs 6 grams, which is relatively light compared to other coins of similar size and composition.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1939 R | 10005000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1940 R | 19005000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 III (non-magnetic) 1939-1940 coin.
