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½ Sovrano - Leopold II
| Gold (.900) | 5.53 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Milan (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Leopold I (1790-1792) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1790-1792 |
| Value | ½ Sovrano (15⁄4) |
| Currency | Scudo (?-1796) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 5.53 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#28740 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned oval arms.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ARCH·AVST·DVX·BVRG·LOTH·BRAB·COM·FLAN·1791·
Comment
Varieties exist.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Sovrano - Leopold II 1790-1792 coin from the Duchy of Milan (Italian States) is that it was minted during a time of great political and social change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Leopold II, who was the Holy Roman Emperor and the ruler of the Habsburg Monarchy. This was a period of significant upheaval, with the French Revolution and the subsequent Napoleonic Wars having a profound impact on the continent. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a testament to the enduring legacy of the Duchy of Milan and the Habsburg Monarchy.
