Umberto I

What you will find in this category

Umberto I was King of Italy from 1878 to 1900, after Vittorio Emanuele II and before Vittorio Emanuele III. Here you will find:

• gold 20 Lire of many years between 1880 and 1897, largely FDC or qFDC;
• gold 50 Lire of 1891 and gold 100 Lire of 1880 and 1882;
• silver 5 Lire of 1878 and 1879, silver 2 Lire of 1887.

Date varieties and other indications

Many 20 Lire carry a die variety in their name: repunched date digits (punched twice into the die, with doubled outlines), shifted digits (“2 slivellato in alto”, 2 set higher than the others), digits of a different shape (“88 larghe”, wide 88; “0 con coda”, 0 with a tail). These are small differences, to be checked in the photo on the item page, and for collectors they distinguish a piece from the common coin of the same year.

“Oro rosso” (red gold) indicates a reddish-coloured specimen. The code NGC MS 62+ PL indicates a coin graded and encapsulated by NGC: MS is an uncirculated coin, PL a piece with mirror-like fields.

Frequently asked questions

How do I understand the grade?

The codes range from FDC (Uncirculated) to qFDC, SPL (Extremely Fine), qSPL and BB (Very Fine). Hovering over the code on the item page shows its explanation.

Can I ask about a detail of a variety?

Yes, with the “Ask about this piece” button on the item page.

Are there other coins of Umberto I?

The coins of the Colony of Eritrea struck in his name are in Italian Colonies. All the sovereigns are in Savoy - Kingdom of Italy.