© Artemide Aste
© Artemide Aste
½ Tarí - Carlo V (young portrait, eagle with legs apart) ND
| Silver | 1.24 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Sicily (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles II (1516-1554) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | ½ Tari |
| Currency | Tari (1060-1754) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.24 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#242270 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned eagle with legs apart, head to right. Designer marks below wings.
Lettering:
+ • D • G • REX • SICILIE •
B N
Comment
Many varieties exist with different lettering.Varieties exist with the eagle facing left or right.
Designer marks:
BN - Bartolomeo Lo Nobile (Mint master)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a young portrait of Carlo V, also known as Charles V, who was the King of Sicily from 1516 to 1556. The coin's design includes an eagle with its legs apart, which is a symbol of power and strength. Additionally, the coin is made of silver, which was a valuable and highly sought-after metal during the time it was minted.
