ITALY - ITALIE Victor-Emmanuel II, king elect (1859-1861). 1 lira, 1st type 1859, B, Bologna. Av. VITTORIO - EMANUELE II. Nude head right, below signature F. and (date). Rv. DIO PROTEGGE L'ITALIA. Crowned shield surrounded by the Order of the Annunciation between two laurel branches; below L. 1. Cud.1178a - P.438 ; Silver - 5 g - 23 mm - 6 h Top Pop (2): the finest graded example! PCGS MS65 (33205114). With a medallion patina with iridescent highlights. Almost Fleur de coin.