½ Scudo 7 (1798) front ½ Scudo 7 (1798) back
½ Scudo 7 (1798) photo
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½ Scudo

7 (1798) year
Silver (.906) 17.58 g 36.7 mm
Description
Issuer
Republic of Piedmont (Italian States)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
7 (1798)
Calendar
French republican
Value
½ Scudo
Currency
Scudo (1720-1816)
Composition
Silver (.906)
Weight
17.58 g
Diameter
36.7 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#21528
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Value within wreath. Date in the surrounding legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
ANNO • VII • REP • I • DELLA • LIBERTÀ • PIEMONTESE
MEZZO // SCUDO

Engraver: Amedeo Lavy

Interesting fact

The ½ Scudo 7 (1798) coin from the Republic of Piedmont (Italian States) was minted during a time of great political and social change in Italy. The Republic of Piedmont was established in 1798, and it was a short-lived state that lasted only until 1799. During this time, the government issued a series of coins, including the ½ Scudo 7, which was made of silver and weighed 17.58 grams. Despite its short-lived existence, the Republic of Piedmont's coins have become highly sought after by collectors due to their historical significance and rarity.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
7 (1798)  450000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Scudo 7 (1798) coin.