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500 Lire Colombo - The instruments
1990 year| Silver (.835) (Copper .165) | 11 g | 29.3 mm |
| Issuer | Italy |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1946-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1990 |
| Value | 500 Lire (500 ITL) |
| Currency | Lira (1861-2001) |
| Composition | Silver (.835) (Copper .165) |
| Weight | 11 g |
| Diameter | 29.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 28 February 2002 |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#33559 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 45% |
Reverse
Representation of an astrolabe and a caravel in a double circle. Value and date are on the horizontal diameter.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
V CENTENARIO DELLA
SCOPERTA DELL' AMERICA
L.500
1990
R
Translation: V Centenary of the Discovery of America
Engraver: Maria Carmela Colaneri
Edge
Lettering in relief
Script: Latin
Lettering: REPVBBLICA ITALIANA
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1990 Italian 500 Lire coin is that it features a unique design, showcasing a variety of musical instruments, including a violin, guitar, and harp, surrounded by a wreath of laurel leaves. This design was created by the Italian artist, Bruno Colombo, who was known for his work in medal engraving and coin design. The coin's design was meant to commemorate the 500th anniversary of the birth of Christopher Columbus, hence the name "Colombo" in the coin's title.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 R | 25000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 500 Lire (Colombo - The instruments) 1990 coin.
