© Nomisma
© Nomisma
50 Lire Pattern
1950 year| Aluminium | 1.92 g | - |
| Issuer | Italy |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1946-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1950 |
| Value | 50 Lire (50 ITL) |
| Currency | Lira (1861-2001) |
| Composition | Aluminium |
| Weight | 1.92 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | 28 February 2002 |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#429733 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Representation of the god Vulcan beating iron on an anvil. On the right the value with the mint sign underneath, on the left the date. "PROVA IN ITALMA" added at lower left, along rim.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1950
L.50
R
PROVA IN ITALMA
Engraver: Pietro Giampaoli
Designer: Giuseppe Romagnoli
Interesting fact
The Pattern 50 Lire coin was designed by Italian sculptor and engraver, Giuseppe Romagnoli, and it features a unique pattern on its reverse side. The pattern includes a series of interconnected circles and curves, which were intended to symbolize the unity and harmony of the Italian people. The design was meant to represent the country's post-war reconstruction and its commitment to building a better future.
