Italy, Republic 2 Lire 1958 "Ulivo"

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This 1958 Italian 2-lire coin, known as “Ulivo”, is made of aluminium and features a bee on the obverse and an olive branch on the reverse.

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Description from the seller

Physical characteristics

Thickness: 1.5 mm
Edge: Ribbed
Diameter: 18.3 mm
Weight: 0.8 g

Country ITA
Mintage 125,000
Composition Aluminum
Designer Pietro Giampaoli, Giuseppe Romagnoli(ROMAGNOLI)
Krause Number 94

Coin design

Obverse
The coin features a bee, an emblem of industriousness and diligence, occupying a privileged place in Italy's cultural and agricultural fabric, symbolizing the country's commitment to conserving biodiversity and the natural environment.

Legend REPVBBLICA ITALIANA / ROMAGNOLI

Reverse
An olive branch adorns the coin, representing peace and prosperity. This symbol is deeply rooted in Italian heritage, reflecting the millennia-old tradition of olive cultivation and its importance in Mediterranean cuisine.

Legend 2 / R

Physical characteristics

Thickness: 1.5 mm
Edge: Ribbed
Diameter: 18.3 mm
Weight: 0.8 g

Country ITA
Mintage 125,000
Composition Aluminum
Designer Pietro Giampaoli, Giuseppe Romagnoli(ROMAGNOLI)
Krause Number 94

Coin design

Obverse
The coin features a bee, an emblem of industriousness and diligence, occupying a privileged place in Italy's cultural and agricultural fabric, symbolizing the country's commitment to conserving biodiversity and the natural environment.

Legend REPVBBLICA ITALIANA / ROMAGNOLI

Reverse
An olive branch adorns the coin, representing peace and prosperity. This symbol is deeply rooted in Italian heritage, reflecting the millennia-old tradition of olive cultivation and its importance in Mediterranean cuisine.

Legend 2 / R

Details

Era
1900-2000
Region
Italy, Republic
Country/province
Italy
Year/period and variation
1958 "Ulivo"
Denomination
2 Lire
Precious metal
Aluminum
Condition
Ungraded
Certification number
94
Weight
0.8 g
Number of objects
1
Theme
History
Coin type
World Coins (non Euro coins pre-2000)
ItalyVerified
24
Objects sold
100%
Private

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