1850-1861 Sardinia Gold 20 Lire Vittorio Emanuele II Avg Circ
Numismatic
1850-1861 Sardinia Gold 20 Lire Vittorio Emanuele II Avg Circ
This gold 20 Lire coin offers a tangible connection to the final decade of the Kingdom of Sardinia, minted between 1850 and 1861. This crucial period immediately preceded the unification of Italy in 1861, making these issues the last of their kind before a new national identity emerged. Each piece is struck from 0.900 fine gold, containing 0.1867 ounces of precious metal, and conforms to the strict weight and purity standards of the Latin Monetary Union. The obverse of the coin displays the profile of King Vittorio Emanuele II during his reign as the sovereign of Sardinia. Encircling his portrait, the Latin inscriptions include his name, VICTORIVS EMANVEL II. The reverse showcases the crowned coat of arms of the House of Savoy, representing the Kingdom of Sardinia, nestled within a delicate wreath. This side also features the denomination of 20 Lire alongside the year of mintage, preserved in average circulated condition.
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Specifications
| Country | Italy |
|---|---|
| Grade | Average Circulated |
| Legal-tender face value | 20 Lire |
| Metal | Gold |
| Weight | 0.1867 troy oz |
| Purity | .900 |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Thickness | 1.3 mm |
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