© A. H. Baldwin & Sons Ltd
© A. H. Baldwin & Sons Ltd
½ Carlino - Philip III ND
| Silver | 1.25 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Naples (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Philip II (1598-1621) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1611-1621 |
| Value | ½ Carlino (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Piastra (1266-1812) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.25 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#117748 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Suspended Golden Fleece facing right in laurel wreath, no legend.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Carlino coin from the Kingdom of Naples is that it was minted during the reign of Philip III, who was the King of Spain and the Spanish Indies at the time. This coin was part of a series of coins minted during his reign that were meant to standardize currency across the Spanish Empire. Despite being minted in Italy, the coin features the Spanish coat of arms on one side and the image of Philip III on the other. This coin is a unique piece of history that highlights the connection between Italy and Spain during the early 17th century.
