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¼ Scudo - Charles Emmanuel III
| Silver (.900) | 8.8 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Piedmont-Sardinia (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Charles Emmanuel III (1730-1773) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1755-1772 |
| Value | ¼ Scudo |
| Currency | Scudo Piemontese (1720-1815) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 8.8 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#31176 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Crowned coat of arms.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DVX·SABAVD·ET·MONTISF·PRINC·PEDEM·&·
Comment
Mintage for all years is 3,874,319.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ¼ Scudo coin from the Kingdom of Piedmont-Sardinia is that it features an image of Charles Emmanuel III, who was the King of Sardinia from 1755 to 1772. He was known for his efforts to modernize and strengthen the kingdom, and his reign saw significant cultural and economic developments. The coin itself is made of silver and weighs 8.8 grams, making it a valuable and collectible piece for numismatists.
