½ Filippo - Carlo III 1728-1736 front ½ Filippo - Carlo III 1728-1736 back
½ Filippo - Carlo III 1728-1736 photo
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½ Filippo - Carlo III

 
Silver - 34 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Milan (Italian States)
Duke
Charles II (1714-1740)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1728-1736
Value
½ Filippo (⅝)
Currency
Scudo (?-1796)
Composition
Silver
Diameter
34 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#99048
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned shield of manifold arms.

Script: Latin

Lettering: DVX·ET·C· MEDIOLANI·

Interesting fact

The ½ Filippo - Carlo III coin from the Duchy of Milan (Italian States) made of Silver is interesting because it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Duke Carlo III (1728-1736), who implemented various economic reforms to stabilize the Duchy's finances and promote trade. The use of silver in the coin's minting was a deliberate choice to align with the standardized currency system that was emerging across Europe during this period. This coin is a tangible representation of the economic and political shifts that were taking place in 18th century Europe.