Italy 500 Lire Banknote – "Arethusa" – 1966-1975 State Ticket – Choice Uncirculated /D15
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An Allegory of the Mediterranean: The Italian "Arethusa" 500 Lire
Step into the artistic heritage of the Italian Republic with this stunning 500 Lire "Biglietto di Stato" (State Ticket). Unlike standard banknotes issued by the Bank of Italy, this was a direct obligation of the Italian Treasury, giving it a unique place in the nation’s monetary history.
This note is celebrated for its intricate, high-relief engraving and a color palette that evokes the sun and sea of the Italian coast.
Artistic & Historical Highlights:
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The Nymph Arethusa: The right side features a magnificent profile of the Nymph Arethusa, inspired by the ancient silver decadrachms of Syracuse. She is depicted with elaborate curls, a pearl necklace, and is surrounded by leaping dolphins.
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The Vigilant Eagle: On the left, a powerful eagle is locked in a struggle with a snake, a classical allegory for the triumph of intelligence and justice over primal forces.
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Masterful Engraving: Designed by Renato Mura, the note is filled with complex "spirograph" guilloché patterns and wave motifs along the bottom, printed by the Istituto Poligrafico e Zecca dello Stato in Rome.
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The 1970 Issue: This specific note is from the 23.2.1970 decree (indicated on the reverse). Late 1970 issues were the first to incorporate fluorescent fibrils in the paper as an added security measure.
Product Specifications:
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Issuer: Repubblica Italiana (Italian Republic)
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Denomination: 500 Lire
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Series Date: 23 February 1970 (D.M. 23-2-1970)
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Serial Number: L24 134682
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Condition: Choice Uncirculated (Crisp, bright paper with vibrant teal, gold, and grey inks; no folds or handling marks).
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Dimensions: 110 x 55 mm (The famous "small format" series).
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