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½ Follaro - Guglielmo I ND
| Copper | 0.65 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Sicily (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| King | William I (1154-1166) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1154-1166 |
| Value | ½ Follaro (1⁄144) |
| Currency | Tari (1060-1754) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 0.65 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#83577 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 82% |
Reverse
Bust of the virgin with child
Lettering:
MP
OY
Interesting fact
The ½ Follaro coin from the Kingdom of Sicily, issued during the reign of William I (Guglielmo I) from 1154 to 1166, was made of copper and weighed 0.65 grams. Despite its small size and relatively low value, this coin was an important part of the local economy and was widely used in trade and commerce throughout the region. Its design featured the image of a crowned king on one side and a cross on the other, symbolizing the kingdom's Christian heritage and the monarch's authority. Today, this coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, highly sought after by numismatists and historians interested in the history of the Italian States.
