Brief History
Napoleon Bonaparte exerted direct influence in at least three different areas of Italy, which before 1861 consisted of many small states, kingdoms, and duchies. This makes the period more interesting for historians and coin collectors alike.
The "Kingdom of Napoleon" came into existence from shortly after 18th May 1804, being an extension of the Italian Republic formed in 1802 from the Cisalpine Republic, and with its capital in Milan.
Napoleon' coronation as King of Italy took place in Naples on 26th May 1805.
His brother-in-law Joachim also appeared as the "King of Naples" in 1813.

Kingdom of Napoleon Gold Coins
Twenty lire and forty lire gold coins were issued by the kingdom between 1807 and 1814. Both denominations have as their designs:-

Obverse
Bare head of Napoleon facing left, with the legend:-
NAPOLEONE IMPERATORE E RE
with the date and M (Milan) mintmark below.

Reverse
An ornate crowned and draped shield, with the legend:-
REGNO D'ITALIA
and the value 40 (or 20) LIRE.

Technical Specifications

Denomination	Diameter	Weight	Fineness	Gold Content
40 Lire	26 mm	12.9030	.900	.3733
20 Lire	20 mm	6.4510	.9166	.1866

Prices & Availability
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Date	Description	Denomination	Grade	Mintage	Availability	Price £	Price $
1808	Edge inscription in relief (raised), with mintmark	40 Lire	really good Fine - almost VF	352,000	Yes	£495	$785
1809	Kingdom of Napoleon	40 Lire	good fair	38,000	Yes	£450	$715
1810	Kingdom of Napoleon	40 Lire	Fine	158,000	Yes	£495	$785
1814	Kingdom of Napoleon	40 Lire	Fine	264,000	Yes	£450	$715

Notes on Table
Denom = Denomination (Face Value)

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