Coin Details:

• Country: Italy

• Year: 1920

• Ruler: Vittorio Emanuele III (1900–1946)

• Denomination: 20 Cents (0.20 Lira)

• Composition: Nickel

• Weight: 4 g

• Diameter: 21.5 mm

• Thickness: 1.53 mm

• Shape: Round

• Edge: Reeded

• Technique: Milled

• Orientation: Coin alignment (↑↓)

• Mint: Rome ("R" mintmark)

• Demonetized: Yes

• References: KM#44, Schön#45, N#1958

Design Features:

• Obverse: Female figure facing right, holding an ear of wheat, with the country name "ITALIA" in front. Engraver: Luigi Giorgi.

• Reverse: Allegorical figure of Liberty in flight, holding a torch, above the crowned Savoy Shield. The denomination "C.20", year "1920", and mintmark "R" are to the left of the shield. Designer: Leonardo Bistolfi; Engraver: Luigi Giorgi.

Historical Note:

The 20 Centesimi "Libertà Librata" series was produced from 1908 to 1935, with the 1920 issue featuring a mintage of over 27 million coins. 

This type is celebrated for its elegant Art Nouveau design and is a favorite among collectors of Italian and European coins

A classic addition for any collection of world coins or Italian history!

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