500 Lire (Bimetallic)
Country of Origin: Italy
Year of Issue: 1982-2001 (Specific year illegible due to image blur)
Denomination: 500 Lire (L. 500)
Composition: Bimetallic: Bronzital center (copper, aluminum, nickel) with an Acmonital outer ring (stainless steel)
Brief Description
A circular bimetallic coin featuring a gold-colored center and a silver-colored outer ring. The side shown (reverse) commonly features the wings of a bird, a figure of a person, or architectural elements surrounded by ears of wheat and the denomination in braille.
Historical Significance
This was the world's first modern bimetallic coin for circulation, introduced to combat the high rate of inflation in Italy. It featured innovative security measures for its time, including the use of two different metals and braille lettering for the visually impaired.
Estimated Value
$0.50 - $2.00 USD (Depending on condition and specific year; common circulation value is low)
Care Instructions
Store in a cool, dry place. Avoid cleaning or polishing as it can strip the coin's original surface luster and reduce collector value. Use a PVC-free plastic holder or flip for long-term storage.
Created At: 2026-04-05T11:57:40.500343