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½ Tornese - Ferdinando II
| Copper | 1.56 g | 16.7 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of the Two Sicilies (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Ferdinand II (1830-1859) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1847-1854 |
| Value | ½ Tornese (0.0025) |
| Currency | Ducat (1815-1860) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 1.56 g |
| Diameter | 16.7 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#39109 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 75% |
Reverse
Crown above 2-line inscription, date in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MEZZO
TORNESE
1853
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Tornese coin from the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies is that it was designed by the Italian engraver, Francesco Spajani. Spajani was a prominent artist and engraver of the time, and his work can be found on many coins and banknotes from the 19th century. The coin's design features a portrait of King Ferdinand II on one side and the coat of arms of the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies on the other. The coin was minted from 1847 to 1854 and was used widely in the kingdom during that time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1853 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Tornese - Ferdinando II 1847-1854 coin.
