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¼ Scudo - Charles Emmanuel III
| Silver (.896) | 5.75 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Piedmont-Sardinia (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles Emmanuel III (1730-1773) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1768-1772 |
| Value | ¼ Scudo |
| Currency | Scudo Sardo (1720-1816) |
| Composition | Silver (.896) |
| Weight | 5.75 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#301485 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned sardinian shield, with Annunziata Order collar
Script: Latin
Lettering: DUX • SAB • ET • MONTISFER • PRINC • PED • & •
Edge
Circles and bars
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ¼ Scudo coin from the Kingdom of Piedmont-Sardinia is that it was minted during a time of significant political and economic change in the region. Charles Emmanuel III, who ruled from 1768-1772, was known for his efforts to modernize and centralize the government, as well as his support for the arts and sciences. The coin itself is made of silver and weighs 5.75 grams, making it a valuable and highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.
