Italy 1927 10 Lire & 1936 5 Lire awesome designs - Vittorio Emanuele coins

Mussolini had all sorts of awards that he presented to women who pushed-out the most kids. He thought they would all one day become soldiers and return Italy to it's rightful place in history. Wish I had some illustrations, but little doubt in my mind that the 5 Lire from 1936 reflects that same philosophy. Women didn't get a medal with each child born, had to reach a certain level, like 10 of 'em before they were recognized by Il Deuce for their contribution to Italian greatness.

 

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