Country: Italy

Denomination: 500 Lire

Year: 1958-2001

Metal: Silver, Mint: R Mint

Obverse: Christopher Columbus's ships, the Nina, Pinta and Santa Maria sailing to right. Below the value, with mint mark and name of the author (within sea waves)

Reverse: Bust of woman in Renaissance dress, representing Italy, surrounded by19 shields, The last two are hidden behind the bust. Below the name of the engraver

Weight: 11g, Size: 29.36mm

Reference: KM# 98

Condition: Uncirculated

Scarce