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50 Lire - Umberto I
| Gold (.900) | 16.12 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Italy |
|---|---|
| King | Umberto I (1878-1900) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1884-1891 |
| Value | 50 Lire (50 ITL) |
| Currency | Lira (1861-2001) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 16.12 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#50341 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Savoia crowned coat of arms decorated with the Collare dell'Annunziata and the value at both sides, all encircled by a wreath made by a branch of laurel and one of oak.
Up the crowned shield there is the Star of Italy. The Mintmark is below the wreath, on the right.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
L. 50
R
Engraver: Filippo Speranza
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 50 Lire - Umberto I 1884-1891 coin from Italy is that it was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in the country. The coin was introduced in 1884, just a few years after Italy had adopted the gold standard, and it was minted until 1891, when Umberto I was assassinated. During this time, Italy was experiencing rapid industrialization and urbanization, and the coin was an important symbol of the country's growing economic power and influence in Europe.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1884 | 2532 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1888 | 2125 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1891 | 414 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Lire - Umberto I 1884-1891 coin.
