ITALY Victor Emmanuel II (1861-1878). 50 lire 1864, R, Rome. Obv. VITTORIO EMANUELE II. Bare head facing left, below signature FERRARIS and (date). Rev. REGNO D’ITALIA. In a crown formed of two branches, crowned shield surrounded by the collar of the Order of the Annunciation, below (mintmark) L. 50 (different). Cud.1189a - P.454 - KM.18 - Fr.10; Gold - 16.11 g - 27.5 mm - 6 h. This is the third highest grade! From a Nomisma Spa 31 sale, No. 1085 NGC MS 62. Only 103 copies minted and one of the rarest coins in Italian numismatics! Minimal circulation marks in the fields with a few hairlines and micro-scratches. Very slight wear on the high reliefs. With a light golden patina. Superb to Uncirculated.