Italy 50 Euros, 2013

50 Euros from Italy. Issued in 2013. Struck in Gold (.900). Measures 28 mm and weighs 16.13 g.

Obverse

Inside a circle is the "marzocco", a lion holding with its right forefoot a shield with the lily of Florence, symbol of republican liberty, from a sculpture realised by Donatello nowadays conserved at the Museo del Bargello in Florence. Outside the circle is the legend with lily of Florence at end (Italian Republic)

Reverse

Representation of a medal realized by Antonio di Puccio, also called Pisanello, probably in 1447, which depicts Gianfrancesco Gonzaga, first marquis of Mantova (1432-1444), advancing on a horse. Above is the value, while below is the date and the name of the author. (Fauna In Art)

Edge

Continuous milled.