Lot 746
Italy. 100 Lire, 1883-R (Rome). Fr-18; KM-22; Y-34. Umberto I. Mintage of only 4,219 pieces. Head left. Reverse: Crowned arms within wreath. Full mint brilliance. Rare. NGC graded MS-62 Prooflike.
Umberto was a conservative or reactionary king. He applauded the use of force to quell a popular people's uprising in Milan in 1898, which left hundreds dead. He embarked on a policy of colonial expansion in Africa while there were food shortages at home. He became hated by the general population and was also the only Italian king ever assassinated.
Estimated Value $4,000 - 5,000.
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| Realized $8,050 |
