500 Lire (Alessandro Manzoni) 1985 front 500 Lire (Alessandro Manzoni) 1985 back
500 Lire (Alessandro Manzoni) 1985 photo
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500 Lire Alessandro Manzoni

1985 year
Silver (.835) 11 g 29.3 mm
Description
Issuer
Italy
Period
Republic (1946-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1985
Value
500 Lire (500&nbspITL)
Currency
Lira (1861-2001)
Composition
Silver (.835)
Weight
11 g
Diameter
29.3 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
28 February 2002
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#30268
Rarity index
42%

Reverse

The "sperada" of Lucia (from Promessi Sposi). The sperada was a typical hair ornament of the traditional costume of Lombady. Below are the value, the date and the mintmark.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
1985 L.
500 R

Engraver: Pietro Giampaoli

Edge

Inscripted

Script: Latin

Lettering: ALESSANDRO MANZONI 1785-1985

Interesting fact

The 500 Lire (Alessandro Manzoni) coin from Italy, minted in 1985, features a unique design that sets it apart from other coins. The obverse side of the coin showcases a portrait of Alessandro Manzoni, an Italian poet and novelist, while the reverse side features a scene from his famous novel, "I Promessi Sposi" (The Betrothed). This coin is not only a beautiful piece of art, but it also serves as a tribute to Manzoni's literary legacy.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1985 R 20345 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 500 Lire (Alessandro Manzoni) 1985 coin.