Italy 500 Lire 1967 1958
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Eight Italian 500 Lire Caravelle coins from Repubblica Italiana, one 1958 circulating issue and seven 1967 coins in SPL condition, struck in 835/1000 silver (9.185 g fine silver) with 29.3 mm diameter and edge inscription REPUBBLICA ITALIANA and year; designed by Giampaoli (obverse) and Veroi (reverse).
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In sale prestigious lot composed of 8 coins of 500 Lire of the Italian Republic, series "Caravelle". The lot includes the sought-after issue of 1958 and the latest minted for circulation in 1967.
Composition of the Lot:
No. 1 coin Year 1958: Circulating specimen, shows a natural patina of time that testifies to its authenticity and the era.
No. 7 coins Year 1967: Specimens in excellent condition (SPL - Splendid). The coins feature sharp relief and a very well-preserved metallic luster.
Technical Specifications (per single coin):
The 500 Lire "Caravalle" are an icon of Italian numismatics, minted in silver 835/1000.
Diameter: 29.3 mm
Gross Weight: 11.00 g
Silver Purity: 835/1000
Fine Silver Content: 9.185 g (equivalent to pure silver .999)
Edge: Relief inscription "REPUBBLICA ITALIANA" followed by the year of minting.
Additional Details:
Obverse: Depiction of a female bust in Renaissance style surrounded by the coats of arms of the regional capital cities of the era.
Reverse: The three caravels of Christopher Columbus sailing to the right (flags facing right).
Authors: Pietro Giampaoli (Obverse) and Guido Veroi (Reverse).
Notes for the buyer: The coins are guaranteed as originals of the era. Great opportunity for both collectors and investment in precious metals (Silver Bullion), given the high purity of the metal content.
In sale prestigious lot composed of 8 coins of 500 Lire of the Italian Republic, series "Caravelle". The lot includes the sought-after issue of 1958 and the latest minted for circulation in 1967.
Composition of the Lot:
No. 1 coin Year 1958: Circulating specimen, shows a natural patina of time that testifies to its authenticity and the era.
No. 7 coins Year 1967: Specimens in excellent condition (SPL - Splendid). The coins feature sharp relief and a very well-preserved metallic luster.
Technical Specifications (per single coin):
The 500 Lire "Caravalle" are an icon of Italian numismatics, minted in silver 835/1000.
Diameter: 29.3 mm
Gross Weight: 11.00 g
Silver Purity: 835/1000
Fine Silver Content: 9.185 g (equivalent to pure silver .999)
Edge: Relief inscription "REPUBBLICA ITALIANA" followed by the year of minting.
Additional Details:
Obverse: Depiction of a female bust in Renaissance style surrounded by the coats of arms of the regional capital cities of the era.
Reverse: The three caravels of Christopher Columbus sailing to the right (flags facing right).
Authors: Pietro Giampaoli (Obverse) and Guido Veroi (Reverse).
Notes for the buyer: The coins are guaranteed as originals of the era. Great opportunity for both collectors and investment in precious metals (Silver Bullion), given the high purity of the metal content.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Country/province
Italy
Year/period and variation
1967 1958
Denomination
500 Lire
Precious metal
Silver
Condition
Ungraded
Weight
88 g
Number of objects
8
Theme
Art
Coin type
Modern world coins (non Euro coins post-1960)
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