The 1860 50 Centesimi is a remarkable silver coin from the United Provinces of Central Italy, a short-lived political entity that existed during the final stages of Italian unification. Struck in Florence and bearing the portrait of Victor Emmanuel II, the coin symbolizes the transition from regional states to a unified Italian nation.
Issued for only a brief period, these coins are sought after by collectors due to their historical importance and connection to the Risorgimento movement. The elegant portrait of Victor Emmanuel II and the classic Italian design make this coin an attractive addition to any world coin collection.
Whether you collect Italian States coinage, silver coins, or historical European issues, the 1860 50 Centesimi represents a significant chapter in Italy’s journey toward unification.
Specifications
- Country: Italy States
- Issuing Authority: United Provinces of Central Italy
- Denomination: 50 Centesimi
- Year: 1860
- Ruler: Victor Emmanuel II
- Mint: Florence
- Composition: Silver (.900)
- Weight: 2.5 g
- Diameter: 18 mm
- Shape: Round
- Alignment: Coin Alignment (↑↓)
- Catalog Number: KM#11
- Engraver: Luigi Gori
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