½ Soldo - Francis II 1793 front ½ Soldo - Francis II 1793 back
½ Soldo - Francis II 1793 photo
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½ Soldo - Francis II

1793 year
Copper 1.28 g 17 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Mantua (Italian States)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1793
Value
½ Soldo (1⁄360)
Currency
Scudo
Composition
Copper
Weight
1.28 g
Diameter
17 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#59462
Rarity index
89%

Reverse

Value on five lines.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
1/2
SOLDO
DI
MANTOVA
1793

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The ½ Soldo coin from the Duchy of Mantua, issued in 1793 during the reign of Francis II, features an interesting design element - a crowned shield with the initials "F.I." (Franciscus Imperator) on either side, signifying Francis II's title as Holy Roman Emperor.