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⅙ Pezzetta - Honoré II
1648 year| Billon | 1.52 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Monaco |
|---|---|
| Prince | Honoré II (1612-1662) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1648 |
| Value | ⅙ Pezzetta (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (781-1795) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.52 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#357586 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Maltese cross with diamonds in angles.
Script: Latin
Lettering: . CRVX. HOSTIUM. VICTRIX 1648
Edge
Plain
Comment
Weight between 1.20g and 1.90g.
Interesting fact
The ⅙ Pezzetta - Honoré II 1648 coin from Monaco was minted during a time of great change in the principality. In 1648, Monaco was under the rule of Prince Honoré II, who was known for his efforts to modernize and strengthen the principality's economy. The coin's design, which features an image of the prince on one side and the Monaco coat of arms on the other, reflects this focus on strengthening the principality's identity and economy.
