100 Italian Lire
100 Lire Minerva
Italy · 1978
The reverse features the goddess Minerva standing next to a laurel tree, with the denomination L.100 to the left. The obverse typically features a laurel-crowned head of Italy.
- Country
- Italy
- Year
- 1978
- Denomination
- 100 Italian Lire
- Metal
- Acmonital (Stainless Steel)
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Overview
The reverse features the goddess Minerva standing next to a laurel tree, with the denomination L.100 to the left. The obverse typically features a laurel-crowned head of Italy.
Historical significance
Introduced in 1954, this design was one of the most iconic circulating coins in post-WWII Italy until the adoption of the Euro. It reflects the neoclassical aesthetic common in Italian coinage of the late 20th century.
Estimated value
$0.50 - $2.00 USD (Circulated condition)
Care & preservation
Avoid using harsh chemicals or abrasive cleaners. Since it is made of stainless steel, it is highly durable, but storing it in a dry environment prevents mechanical scratches and surface dullness.
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