2011 Italy Silver 2011 Italy Silver Course Set 150 Years of Italian Unity PP PP

Commemorate a landmark in Italian history with the exquisite 2011 Italy Proof Euro Coin Set, celebrating the 150th Anniversary of the Unification of Italy. This prestigious set offers a comprehensive collection of Italy's 2011 Euro coinage, all struck in the highest Proof quality, making it a prized possession for serious collectors.

Product Highlights:

Historic Commemoration: This set honors the sesquicentennial of the unification of Italy, a pivotal event that transformed the various states of the Italian peninsula into a single nation on March 17, 1861. It symbolizes the birth of modern Italy and its enduring national spirit.

Complete 10-Coin Set in Proof Quality: The set typically includes:

All 8 standard Euro circulation coins for 2011 (1, 2, 5, 10, 20, 50 Euro cents, 1 Euro, and 2 Euro), each showcasing Italy's distinctive national designs (e.g., Colosseum, Leonardo da Vinci's Vitruvian Man, etc.).

The special 2 Euro commemorative coin "150th Anniversary of Italy's Unification": This particular coin features a design by Roberto Mauri, adapted from a painting by Umberto Boccioni, depicting a stylized human figure symbolizing the dynamism of Italy's unification.

An exclusive 5 Euro Silver Commemorative Coin "150th Anniversary of the Unification of Italy": This silver coin is a key highlight of the set. It is typically struck from .925 fine silver and weighs 18 grams. Its design often features allegorical representations of Italy or historical figures related to the unification.

Proof (PP - Polierte Platte / Polished Plate) Quality: Every coin in this set is struck to the highest Proof standard. This involves multiple strikes with specially polished dies on highly polished planchets, resulting in a stunning mirror-like field and sharply frosted, raised design elements. This meticulous process ensures exceptional detail and a captivating visual contrast.

Precious Metal Content: The inclusion of the 18-gram .925 fine silver 5 Euro coin adds significant intrinsic value and prestige to the set.

Limited Mintage: Proof sets are produced in very limited quantities. The mintage for this 2011 set is typically 5,500 examples worldwide, making it a highly exclusive and sought-after collectible.

Legal Tender: All coins in the set are official legal tender in Italy and throughout the Eurozone.

Premium Presentation: The entire set is housed in a luxurious, official presentation case (often a deluxe wooden box or a high-quality folder), designed to protect and showcase the coins. It is accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity (COA) from the Istituto Poligrafico e Zecca dello Stato (IPZS - Italian State Mint), verifying the set's authenticity and limited mintage.

Technical Specifications (for the 5 Euro Silver Coin):

Face Value: 5 Euro

Weight: 18.00 grams (gross weight)

Purity: .925 Fine Silver

Diameter: 32.00 mm

Edge: Reeded

This 2011 Italy Proof Euro Coin Set "150th Anniversary of Italian Unification" is an indispensable acquisition for dedicated Euro coin collectors, numismatists specializing in Italian history, and those who appreciate the highest standards of minting artistry and historical commemoration.