• Obverse: Portrait of King Victor Emmanuel III or Republic emblem (depending on issue), inscription ITALIA.

• Reverse: Denomination "10 LIRE" with date 1953, often featuring symbolic motifs such as olive branches or tools.

• Composition: Aluminium-bronze.

• Weight: 3.3 g.

• Diameter: 23 mm.

• Edge: Smooth.

• Mint: Rome (Istituto Poligrafico e Zecca dello Stato).

Historical Insight:
The coin reflects Italy’s economic recovery in the 1950s and the modernization of its currency system. Its imagery combines national pride with practical design for circulation.

Collecting Note:
Common in circulation, yet valuable for illustrating Italy’s post-war numismatic history.