• Obverse: Features a female figure representing Italy holding an olive branch, symbolizing peace and prosperity; inscription REPVBBLICA ITALIANA.

• Reverse: Numeric denomination 100 LIRE with a laurel wreath encircling the value, and year 1977.

• Composition: Acmonital (stainless steel).

• Weight: 4.8 g.

• Diameter: 27.8 mm.

• Edge: Reeded.

• Mint: Rome.

Historical Insight:
The 100 lire coin reflects Italy’s post-war reconstruction and modernization. Introduced in 1946, this denomination became a standard in everyday commerce and remained in circulation until the adoption of the euro in 2002.

Collecting Note:
Though common, the 1977 100 lire carries historical value as part of Italy’s economic development era and is appreciated for its classic design, symbolic of Italian identity and craftsmanship.