{"product_id":"1827-80-lire-fiorini-gold-coin-leopold-ii-tuscany-ngc-au-details","title":"1827 80 Lire (Fiorini) Gold Coin – Leopold II of Tuscany – NGC AU Details | Grand Duchy of Tuscany","description":"\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"njvqq2\" data-start=\"1664\" data-end=\"1745\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1668\" data-end=\"1745\"\u003e1827 80 Lire (Fiorini) Gold Coin – Leopold II of Tuscany | NGC AU Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1747\" data-end=\"2152\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"1751\" data-end=\"1790\"\u003e1827 80 Lire (80 Fiorini) Gold Coin\u003c\/strong\u003e is an impressive example of pre-unification Italian gold, issued by the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1863\" data-end=\"1889\"\u003eGrand Duchy of Tuscany\u003c\/strong\u003e during the reign of \u003cstrong data-start=\"1910\" data-end=\"1951\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eLeopold II, Grand Duke of Tuscany\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e. Certified \u003cstrong data-start=\"1963\" data-end=\"1981\"\u003eNGC AU Details\u003c\/strong\u003e, this large gold coin combines historical importance, elegant engraving, and substantial gold content, making it one of the most desirable issues from the Italian States.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2154\" data-end=\"2343\"\u003eAs one of Tuscany's highest circulating gold denominations, the 80 Lire was produced in limited quantities and served as an important coin in both domestic commerce and international trade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2345\" data-end=\"2348\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"plk03w\" data-start=\"2350\" data-end=\"2384\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2354\" data-end=\"2384\"\u003eThe Grand Duchy of Tuscany\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2386\" data-end=\"2531\"\u003eThe Grand Duchy of Tuscany was one of the most prosperous and culturally significant states on the Italian peninsula before national unification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2533\" data-end=\"2586\"\u003eDuring the early 19th century, Tuscany was known for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2588\" data-end=\"2723\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ppvdz6\" data-start=\"2588\" data-end=\"2608\"\u003eEconomic stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1rogvcu\" data-start=\"2609\" data-end=\"2628\"\u003eFlourishing trade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"b89kz6\" data-start=\"2629\" data-end=\"2660\"\u003eRenaissance artistic heritage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"18476r9\" data-start=\"2661\" data-end=\"2692\"\u003eStrong financial institutions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1o8eai6\" data-start=\"2693\" data-end=\"2723\"\u003eHigh-quality coin production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2725\" data-end=\"2808\"\u003eIts gold coinage was respected throughout Europe for both purity and craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2810\" data-end=\"2813\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1us59ll\" data-start=\"2815\" data-end=\"2844\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2819\" data-end=\"2844\"\u003eLeopold II of Tuscany\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2846\" data-end=\"3025\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2846\" data-end=\"2887\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eLeopold II, Grand Duke of Tuscany\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e ruled Tuscany from 1824 until 1859. His reign saw modernization efforts, infrastructure improvements, and continued economic development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3027\" data-end=\"3209\"\u003eCoins bearing his portrait are popular among collectors because they represent the final decades of the independent Grand Duchy before it became part of the unified Kingdom of Italy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3211\" data-end=\"3214\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"57ckt3\" data-start=\"3216\" data-end=\"3239\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3220\" data-end=\"3239\"\u003eDesign Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3241\" data-end=\"3252\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3241\" data-end=\"3252\"\u003eObverse\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3254\" data-end=\"3395\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1k9z5s6\" data-start=\"3254\" data-end=\"3289\"\u003ePortrait of Grand Duke Leopold II\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"xnd3l0\" data-start=\"3290\" data-end=\"3332\"\u003eLatin inscriptions identifying the ruler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"193rw44\" data-start=\"3333\" data-end=\"3382\"\u003eClassical engraving in the finest Italian style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"30i2y2\" data-start=\"3383\" data-end=\"3395\"\u003eDate: 1827\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3397\" data-end=\"3486\"\u003eThe portrait reflects the refined artistry of early 19th-century European mint engraving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3488\" data-end=\"3499\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3488\" data-end=\"3499\"\u003eReverse\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3501\" data-end=\"3632\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1xhjsjx\" data-start=\"3501\" data-end=\"3530\"\u003eCrowned Tuscan coat of arms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"4e3q3\" data-start=\"3531\" data-end=\"3560\"\u003eOrnamental heraldic details\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1y0soa8\" data-start=\"3561\" data-end=\"3598\"\u003eDenomination and state inscriptions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"kfycu\" data-start=\"3599\" data-end=\"3632\"\u003eElegant symmetrical composition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3634\" data-end=\"3718\"\u003eThe reverse celebrates the sovereignty and traditions of the Grand Duchy of Tuscany.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3720\" data-end=\"3723\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"gqkziz\" data-start=\"3725\" data-end=\"3757\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3729\" data-end=\"3757\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3759\" data-end=\"4180\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1vovi6y\" data-start=\"3759\" data-end=\"3813\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3761\" data-end=\"3773\"\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grand Duchy of Tuscany (Italian States)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1dkhq41\" data-start=\"3814\" data-end=\"3830\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3816\" data-end=\"3825\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1827\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1op57zn\" data-start=\"3831\" data-end=\"3881\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3833\" data-end=\"3843\"\u003eRuler:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eLeopold II, Grand Duke of Tuscany\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1e4fo6i\" data-start=\"3882\" data-end=\"3922\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3884\" data-end=\"3901\"\u003eDenomination:\u003c\/strong\u003e 80 Lire (80 Fiorini)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1mrfwv7\" data-start=\"3923\" data-end=\"3940\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3925\" data-end=\"3935\"\u003eMetal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"dx8zfb\" data-start=\"3941\" data-end=\"3983\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3943\" data-end=\"3954\"\u003ePurity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately .900 fine gold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1sk4osg\" data-start=\"3984\" data-end=\"4022\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3986\" data-end=\"3997\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 26.7 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1moxd2o\" data-start=\"4023\" data-end=\"4076\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"4025\" data-end=\"4048\"\u003eActual Gold Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 0.772 troy oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1r1pqwm\" data-start=\"4077\" data-end=\"4112\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"4079\" data-end=\"4092\"\u003eDiameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 35 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"j4hhuu\" data-start=\"4113\" data-end=\"4131\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"4115\" data-end=\"4124\"\u003eEdge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reeded\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1r9ghcw\" data-start=\"4132\" data-end=\"4156\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"4134\" data-end=\"4152\"\u003eCertification:\u003c\/strong\u003e NGC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"hccu7l\" data-start=\"4157\" data-end=\"4180\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"4159\" data-end=\"4169\"\u003eGrade:\u003c\/strong\u003e AU Details\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4182\" data-end=\"4185\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1peplec\" data-start=\"4187\" data-end=\"4219\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4191\" data-end=\"4219\"\u003eUnderstanding AU Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4221\" data-end=\"4491\"\u003eAn \u003cstrong data-start=\"4224\" data-end=\"4242\"\u003eNGC AU Details\u003c\/strong\u003e designation indicates that the coin retains the sharp detail and light wear expected of an About Uncirculated example but has a surface characteristic—such as cleaning, scratches, repair, or another condition—that prevents a straight numeric grade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4493\" data-end=\"4570\"\u003eEven with a Details designation, collectors often appreciate these coins for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"4572\" data-end=\"4695\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"u7r80m\" data-start=\"4572\" data-end=\"4597\"\u003eStrong remaining detail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1iyprf\" data-start=\"4598\" data-end=\"4623\"\u003eHistorical significance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1anr3sc\" data-start=\"4624\" data-end=\"4634\"\u003eScarcity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1e0f5jt\" data-start=\"4635\" data-end=\"4695\"\u003eGreater affordability compared to straight-graded examples\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4697\" data-end=\"4700\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"16y2zws\" data-start=\"4702\" data-end=\"4726\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4706\" data-end=\"4726\"\u003eCollector Appeal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4728\" data-end=\"4768\"\u003eThis coin is especially desirable among:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"4770\" data-end=\"4963\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"p42hca\" data-start=\"4770\" data-end=\"4801\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4772\" data-end=\"4801\"\u003eItalian States collectors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"vc89j8\" data-start=\"4802\" data-end=\"4833\"\u003eEuropean gold coin collectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1xg18eb\" data-start=\"4834\" data-end=\"4865\"\u003eHabsburg-Lorraine specialists\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"to6d7p\" data-start=\"4866\" data-end=\"4901\"\u003ePre-unification Italy enthusiasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"65r99t\" data-start=\"4902\" data-end=\"4939\"\u003eNGC-certified world coin collectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"e0x8zj\" data-start=\"4940\" data-end=\"4963\"\u003eAdvanced numismatists\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4965\" data-end=\"5059\"\u003eIts rarity, impressive size, and historical context make it a centerpiece in many collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"5061\" data-end=\"5064\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"8ajvyp\" data-start=\"5066\" data-end=\"5100\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5070\" data-end=\"5100\"\u003eWhy This Coin Is Important\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5102\" data-end=\"5147\"\u003eCollectors value the 1827 80 Lire because it:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"5149\" data-end=\"5356\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1vi9twr\" data-start=\"5149\" data-end=\"5200\"\u003eRepresents the independent Grand Duchy of Tuscany\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1grqobz\" data-start=\"5201\" data-end=\"5255\"\u003eFeatures one of Tuscany's largest gold denominations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"wx6gax\" data-start=\"5256\" data-end=\"5295\"\u003eWas struck before Italian unification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1cuwrq1\" data-start=\"5296\" data-end=\"5330\"\u003eBears the portrait of Leopold II\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1rg2i47\" data-start=\"5331\" data-end=\"5356\"\u003eIs scarce in all grades\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5358\" data-end=\"5460\"\u003eLarge gold coins from the Italian States remain among the most admired issues in European numismatics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"5462\" data-end=\"5465\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"pk9q8g\" data-start=\"5467\" data-end=\"5503\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5471\" data-end=\"5503\"\u003ePreservation \u0026amp; Certification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5505\" data-end=\"5573\"\u003eCertification by \u003cstrong data-start=\"5522\" data-end=\"5563\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eNumismatic Guaranty Company\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e provides:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"5575\" data-end=\"5675\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"17jy8f\" data-start=\"5575\" data-end=\"5600\"\u003eGuaranteed authenticity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"te1zxv\" data-start=\"5601\" data-end=\"5623\"\u003eProfessional grading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1r8nt8i\" data-start=\"5624\" data-end=\"5646\"\u003eLong-term protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"mkla7p\" data-start=\"5647\" data-end=\"5675\"\u003eIncreased buyer confidence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5677\" data-end=\"5772\"\u003eThe protective holder preserves the coin while documenting its condition for future collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"5774\" data-end=\"5777\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1u957ut\" data-start=\"5779\" data-end=\"5797\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5783\" data-end=\"5797\"\u003eConclusion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5799\" data-end=\"6138\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"5803\" data-end=\"5856\"\u003e1827 80 Lire (80 Fiorini) Gold Coin of Leopold II\u003c\/strong\u003e, graded \u003cstrong data-start=\"5865\" data-end=\"5883\"\u003eNGC AU Details\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a remarkable survivor from the Grand Duchy of Tuscany. Combining exceptional historical significance, impressive gold content, and elegant 19th-century engraving, it stands as one of the finest representatives of pre-unification Italian gold coinage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6140\" data-end=\"6311\"\u003eWhether collected for its rarity, historical importance, or artistic beauty, this Tuscan gold issue remains a distinguished addition to any advanced world gold collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6313\" data-end=\"6523\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"6313\" data-end=\"6523\"\u003eAll information provided is strictly for educational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. 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