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500 Lire University of Bologna
1988 year| Silver (.835) | 11 g | 29.3 mm |
| Issuer | Italy |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1946-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1988 |
| Value | 500 Lire (500 ITL) |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#18738 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 42% |
Reverse
Representation of a medieval teacher explaining a lesson from his chair. Below the value and the date, while mintmark is on low right of the chair
Lettering:
ALMA MATER STUDIORUM SAECULARIA NONA
R
L.500
1988
Translation: 9th Century of University
Engraver: Ettore Lorenzo Frapiccini
Edge
Smooth with raised lettering
Lettering: BONONIA DOCET MCMLXXXVIII
Interesting fact
The 500 Lire (University of Bologna) coin from Italy, minted in 1988, features an intricate design that showcases the university's historic architecture and symbolism. One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the 900th anniversary of the University of Bologna, which was founded in 1088 and is one of the oldest universities in the world.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 R | 12728 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 500 Lire (University of Bologna) 1988 coin.
