½ Ducato - Carlo II 1693-1694 front ½ Ducato - Carlo II 1693-1694 back
½ Ducato - Carlo II 1693-1694 photo
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½ Ducato - Carlo II

 
Silver (.895) 11 g 32 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Naples (Italian States)
King
Charles V the Bewitched (1665-1700)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1693-1694
Value
½ Ducat (5⁄12)
Currency
Piastra (1266-1812)
Composition
Silver (.895)
Weight
11 g
Diameter
32 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#87976
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Suspended Golden Fleece divides date near top, value 'G.50' below, all in baroque frame, no legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
16 93
G·50

Interesting fact

The ½ Ducato coin from the Kingdom of Naples (Italian States) made of Silver (.895) weighing 11 g is interesting because it was minted during the reign of Carlo II, who was the King of Naples from 1693 to 1694. This coin was used as a standard circulation coin during his reign and is a rare and valuable collector's item today.