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500 Lire

500 Lire Bimetallic Coin

Italy · 1982-2001

A bimetallic coin featuring a silver-colored outer ring and a golden-colored inner center, depicting the head of a woman representing Italy on one side and the Quirinal Palace with a value of 500 Lire on the other.

Country: Italy
Year: 1982-2001
Denomination: 500 Lire
Metal: Outer ring: Acmonital (stainless steel), Center plug: Bronze-aluminum
Grade: About Uncirculated to Mint State with minor circulation wear

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Overview

Historical significance

Issued by the Republic of Italy, the 500 Lire bimetallic coin (introduced in 1982) was one of the first modern bimetallic circulation coins produced in large quantities, paving the way for similar designs worldwide including the Euro.

Obverse (front)

Head of a woman facing left (allegory of Italy), surrounded by the legend 'REPUBBLICA ITALIANA'

Reverse (back)

Perspective view of the Quirinal Palace in Rome, with the value 'L. 500' and year of issue below, surrounded by lettering.

Estimated value

$1 - $5 in circulated condition, up to $10 - $20 in uncirculated condition

What drives this coin's value

Condition grade and specific year of issue (some proof and low mintage years exist, though most are common)

Grade assessment

About Uncirculated to Mint State with minor circulation wear

Mintage & rarity

High mintage, common in circulation

Authenticity & counterfeit red flags

Check for correct magnetic properties (outer ring is magnetic, center is non-magnetic or weakly magnetic) and precise weight/dimensions.

Notable varieties & errors

Various die rotation errors and slight lettering variations exist across the long 1982-2001 series.

Similar coins

Italian 1000 lire bimetallic coin, various euro bimetallic coins

Care & preservation

Handle by the edges to avoid skin oils. Store in a cool, dry place in a coin flip or capsule. Avoid harsh chemical cleaners.

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