Italian Colonies

What this category brings together

The coins issued in the name of the kings of Italy for the overseas territories. Among the pieces that have passed through our shop:

• Colony of Eritrea: 50 Centesimi, 1 Lira and 2 Lire of 1890 and the 5 Lire Tallero of Umberto I, the Tallero d'Italia of 1918 of Vittorio Emanuele III;
• Italian Somaliland: Rupia, half Rupia and quarter Rupia, Bese and the 10 and 5 Lire of 1925, all of Vittorio Emanuele III;
• Albania, under the crown of Vittorio Emanuele III from 1939: 5 and 10 Lek of 1939 and fractional Lek.

The coins struck for Italy by the same sovereigns are in Umberto I and Vittorio Emanuele III.

Frequently asked questions

How do I read the grade?

Every item page has a photo of the piece and the codes explained on hover: FDC is Uncirculated, a coin that has never circulated.

Do you buy coins of the colonies?

Yes. If you have coins to sell, write to us with a few photos or visit our branches in Verbania or Milan.