Italian Gold Lire (10, 20, 50 and 100 Lire) Melt Value
Pure gold content of the Italian Gold Lire (10, 20, 50 and 100 Lire): 20 lire 0.1867 oz; 10 lire 0.0932 oz; 50 lire 0.4667 oz; 100 lire 0.9334 oz. At $4,147/oz gold, the 20 lire is worth about $774.29 in melt value. Collector value is separate and depends on date, mint mark and grade.
Values above refresh with the October 19, 2026 spot price.
Italian Gold Lire (10, 20, 50 and 100 Lire) specifications
| Version | Years | Fineness | Gross weight | Pure gold | Diameter | Face value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 lire | 1861–1927 | .900 (90%) | 6.452 g | 5.807 g (0.1867 oz t) | 21 mm | 20 Lire |
| 10 lire | 1861–1927 | .900 (90%) | 3.22 g | 2.898 g (0.0932 oz t) | 19.5 mm | 10 Lire |
| 50 lire | 1864–1927 | .900 (90%) | 16.13 g | 14.52 g (0.4667 oz t) | 28 mm | 50 Lire |
| 100 lire | 1864–1927 | .900 (90%) | 32.26 g | 29.03 g (0.9334 oz t) | 35 mm | 100 Lire |
Kingdom of Italy gold made to the Latin Monetary Union standard from 1861 to 1927: the 20 lire matches the French 20 franc at 6.452 g of .900 gold, and the other sizes scale from it.
The smaller 1931–1940 gold lire (50 and 100 lire of 4.4 g and 8.8 g, and the 1937–1940 "Littore" issues) use a lighter standard and are not covered by this table.
How the melt value is calculated
Melt value = gross weight × fineness ÷ 31.1035 × spot price. For the 20 lire: 6.452 g × .900 = 5.807 g of pure gold. Divide by 31.1035 grams per troy ounce to get 0.1867 oz, then multiply by $4,147 spot: about $774.29.
Melt value by quantity
| Quantity | 20 lire | 10 lire | 50 lire | 100 lire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 coin | $774.29 | $386.42 | $1,936 | $3,871 |
| 5 coins | $3,871 | $1,932 | $9,679 | $19,356 |
| 10 coins | $7,743 | $3,864 | $19,357 | $38,712 |
| 20 coins | $15,486 | $7,728 | $38,714 | $77,424 |
| 50 coins | $38,714 | $19,321 | $96,786 | $193,560 |
| 100 coins | $77,429 | $38,642 | $193,572 | $387,121 |
Melt value vs collector value
Melt value is only what the gold in an Italian Gold Lire is worth at today's spot price. A coin's market value can be much higher: scarce dates, mint marks and high grades sell to collectors for a premium, while common dates in worn condition trade closer to melt. Nu Stack does not estimate collector prices on this page. For a specific coin, check the date and mint mark, the condition (a grading service such as PCGS or NGC, or a local dealer) and recent sales.
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Specs: Nu Stack coin database (curated entries and the Numista catalog). Melt values use the gold spot price from the Nu Stack price feed and are estimates of metal content only, not offers to buy or sell.
Frequently asked questions
How much gold is in an Italian Gold Lire?
20 lire: 5.807 g (0.1867 troy oz) of pure gold; 10 lire: 2.898 g (0.0932 troy oz) of pure gold; 50 lire: 14.52 g (0.4667 troy oz) of pure gold; 100 lire: 29.03 g (0.9334 troy oz) of pure gold.
What is an Italian Gold Lire worth in melt value today?
At $4,147/oz gold (October 19, 2026): 20 lire about $774.29; 10 lire about $386.42; 50 lire about $1,936; 100 lire about $3,871. The value moves with the spot price, and this page updates automatically.
Is an Italian Gold Lire worth more than its melt value?
It can be. Scarce dates, mint marks and coins in high grades sell above melt value to collectors, while common dates in worn condition trade closer to melt. Check the date, mint mark and condition, or ask a grading service or dealer, for a collector value.