5 Lire - Umberto I (1878 - 1879)
Features
| Denomination | 5 Lire |
| Catalog Number | KM# 20 |
| Weight (g) | 25 |
| Diameter (mm) | 37 |
| Shape: | Round |
| Composition: | Silver (.900) |
| Not Magnetic | |
| Metal Value (USD) | 17.16 |
| Orientation | Coin orientation ↑↓ |
| Demonetized |
Obverse
Engraved by Filippo Speranza
Lettering:
UMBERTO I RE D'ITALIA
1879
UMBERTO I RE D'ITALIA
1879
Reverse
Engraved by Filippo Speranza
Lettering:
L 5
R
L 5
R
Edge
Lettering:
FERT
Description:
Inscription repeated 3 times with Guilloche and rosettes.
"FERT" the motto of the Royal House of Italy, the House of Savoy. The meaning of the letters has been a matter of some controversy.
FERT
Description:
Inscription repeated 3 times with Guilloche and rosettes.
"FERT" the motto of the Royal House of Italy, the House of Savoy. The meaning of the letters has been a matter of some controversy.
| Year | Mintage | Comment | Rarity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1878 R | 100,000 | Very Rare | |
| 1879 R | 4,000,000 | Very Rare |