Italy Gold 20 Lire Vittorio Emanuele II Avg Circ (Random Year,1861-1878)

Italy Gold 20 Lire Vittorio Emanuele II Avg Circ (Random Year,1861-1878)

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Bullion Exchanges is proud to offer the Italy Gold 20 Lire Coin, featuring King Vittorio Emanuele II, available from random dates between 1861 and 1878 in Average Circulated (Avg Circ) condition. Struck in .900 fine gold, each coin contains 0.1867 troy ounces of actual gold weight (AGW) and represents an important period in Italian history—when the newly unified Kingdom of Italy emerged under the leadership of its first monarch.

Vittorio Emanuele II played a central role in the unification of Italy, becoming the first king of a united Italy in 1861 after centuries of division. These gold 20 Lire coins were minted during his reign and reflect the growing strength and identity of the young Italian nation. The obverse features a portrait of the king, while the reverse bears the crowned Savoy shield surrounded by laurel branches and the coin’s denomination. As genuine artifacts of Italy’s unification, these coins hold both numismatic and historical value.

Coin Features:

• Made from .900 fine gold with a weight of 0.1867 troy oz
• Average Circulated Condition
• Face value of 20 Lire
• Obverse: Features the bust of Vittorio Emanuele II facing left. On the left side of Vittorio Emanuele II around the coin features his name "VICTORIVS EMMANVEL." On the right side of the coin reads "REX SARD CYP ET HIER" which means "By the Grace of God." Below the bust of Vittorio Emanuele II is the year of mintage with the name of the engraver in the neck-cut
• Reverse: features the Italian crowned coat of arms encircled by a wreath made by a branch of laurel and one of oak. Up the crowned shield is the Star of Italy. On the left side is the letter 'L' for Lire. On the right side is the coin's denomination "20".

The Italy Gold 20 Lire Vittorio Emanuele II Avg Circ (Random Year,1861-1878) is a timeless piece of Italian heritage, ideal for collectors of European gold or enthusiasts of 19th-century political history. Its blend of gold content and historical resonance makes it a standout addition to any world coin collection. If you have questions or need assistance with your purchase, the Bullion Exchanges team is here to help you invest with confidence and collect with purpose.

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