miabella 18k gold over sterling silver genuine italian 2-lira bee coin retro signet ring for women (6) miabella make a statement with an enduring symbol of personal power and community. crafted by hand in italy, this elegant sterling silver signet ring showcases an authentic 2 lira "bee" coin with a hexagon honeycomb frame. the retired "bee" coin is one of the most sought after liras and hasn't been minted for circulation since the 1950's, a period of recovery and economic boom in italy in the postwar years. dubbed the "miracle", these years brought unity and hope to the italian population. the obverse features a bee, symbol of hard work, cooperation and productivity, on the reverse there is an olive branch, universal symbol of peace. years in circulation: 1953-1959