Monumento alla Lira, Currency monument in Piazza Cavour, Rieti, Italy
The monument features a tall column supporting a stylized representation of the Italian lira coin, standing prominently in the central square of Rieti.
Sculptor Pietro Cascella designed and inaugurated this monument in 1967 to commemorate the Italian lira, which served as national currency from 1861 to 2002.
The monument functions as a gathering point where citizens reflect upon Italy's monetary evolution and economic traditions through various annual events.
Visitors can access the monument without entrance fees, while the surrounding Piazza Cavour offers local markets, cafes, and connections to other central attractions.
The stone structure represents one of few monuments worldwide dedicated to a former national currency, highlighting the lira's role in Italian society.
Location: Rieti
GPS coordinates: 42.39936,12.86107
Latest update: March 6, 2025 06:39
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