10 Lire
10 Lire
Italy · 1982
Italian 10 Lire coin featuring ears of wheat on one side and a plow on the other.
- Country
- Italy
- Year
- 1982
- Denomination
- 10 Lire
- Metal
- Italma (aluminum-magnesium alloy)
- Grade
- Extremely Fine to About Uncirculated with minor surface wear
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Overview
Italian 10 Lire coin featuring ears of wheat on one side and a plow on the other.
Historical significance
Issued by the Italian Republic during the period of the lira, prior to the adoption of the Euro in 2002. The agricultural imagery represents the importance of farming to the Italian economy.
Obverse (front)
Features a plow with the legend 'REPUBBLICA ITALIANA' and the year of issue '1982'
Reverse (back)
Features two ears of wheat and the denomination '10'
Estimated value
$0.25 - $1.00 in circulated condition, up to $3.00 in uncirculated condition
What drives this coin's value
Condition and preservation of the soft aluminum surfaces
Grade assessment
Extremely Fine to About Uncirculated with minor surface wear
Mintage & rarity
Common, tens of millions minted during this era
Authenticity & counterfeit red flags
Generally not counterfeited due to low face value and high mintage
Notable varieties & errors
Standard circulating issue with no major key date varieties for 1982
Similar coins
Other Italian Lire denominations from the same post-WWII period
Care & preservation
Store in a dry environment. Avoid harsh chemical cleaners to preserve the original aluminum surface.
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