Italy**CHOICE**Bi-Metallic**1982 500 Lire*VERY CHEAP*** Start Price USD 0.99 Current Price USD 0.99 Time Left - Bid Count 1 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Saturday, September 06, 2008 End Time Saturday, September 13, 2008 Location California See more about 'Italy**CHOICE**Bi-Metallic**1982 500 Lire*VERY CHEAP***' Description Italy is a country located in Southern Europe, that is a long peninsula sticking into the Mediterranian Sea to the South, towards the island of Sicily. It is bordered by France, Switzerland, Austria, Slovenia, and Croatia. Italy was the focal point of the great Roman Empire, but consisted of many small independent states after the decline of Rome, until the late 1850's, when it was unified by Garibaldi. Italy became a Monarchy, and stayed that way until Mussolini became the dictator in 1925, and led Italy into WW II 14 years later. Italy became a Republic in 1946, following WW II. This is a CHOICE 500 Lire coin from Italy, dated 1982. It is a HEAVY Bi-Metallic coin, that is a little smaller than a half dollar. This coin features a beautiful depiction of an Italian plaza, on the reverse.   Most of these coins have been WITHDRAWN FROM CIRCULATION, and MELTED DOWN, with the introduction of the Euro in 2001, so they are TOUGH TO FIND NOW. This coin is BARGAIN PRICED, and will be a GREAT BUY for someone. ebay mandates that I advise you that this coin is raw, not certified. New to ebay? We'll treat you right! Yes, we will COMBINE SHIPPING within a 7 day period. ONLY $1.00 more for each additional item purchased, after the first/most expensive. We will work hard to earn your business, and keep you as a repeat customer. All items are shipped in a quality durable, EXPENSIVE, bubble mailer, not just a cheap envelope, to keep your purchases secure. Insurance or delivery confirmation is included in the postage price for domestic buyers. ALL payments must be received within 7 days, as ebay/paypal ALREADY impose a 21 day HOLD on my funds, until positive feedback is received. Thank you for understanding. Powered by eBay Turbo ListerThe free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items. Place a Bid!