Italy, Kingdom Vittorio Emanuele II. 5 Lire 1875 Milano (No reserve price)

The 5 Lire coin from the Kingdom of Italy under King Vittorio Emanuele II, minted in 1875 in Milano, represents an important piece of Italian numismatic history. Vittorio Emanuele II was the first king of a unified Italy, reigning from 1861 to 1878, and coins from his era commemorate the unification of the country. The 5 Lire denomination was a significant silver coin used in everyday transactions and is prized by collectors for its historical context and silver content. Coins from this period typically feature the king's portrait on the obverse and the crowned shield of the House of Savoy on the reverse, symbolizing royal authority and unity. The Milano mint mark denotes its origin in one of Italy’s principal minting locations. Collectors value these coins not just for their precious metal but also for their role as tangible artifacts from Italy’s formative years as a nation-state.