1870 SILVER FIVE LIRA ITALY

This 1870 Italian Five Lira silver coin captures a pivotal moment in Italian numismatic history, issued during the early years of the unified Italian state. Struck in silver, this denomination served as a cornerstone of Italy's monetary system in the post-unification period. The coin reflects the artistic standards and metallurgical precision characteristic of 19th-century Italian minting practices. Collectors prize these pieces for their historical provenance, intrinsic silver value, and the emblematic designs that marked Italy's transition to modern nationhood. An essential acquisition for those specializing in Italian coinage or European silver coins of the Victorian era.