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1 Doppia - Carlo III
| Gold | 6.6 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Milan (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Charles II (1714-1740) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1720-1724 |
| Value | 1 Doppia (127⁄30) |
| Currency | Scudo (?-1796) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 6.6 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#106037 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crown with 2 branches above shield of 4-fold arms, date below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MEDI DVX·ET·
·1724·
Interesting fact
The 1 Doppia coin from the Duchy of Milan, minted during the reign of Carlo III (1720-1724), was made of gold and weighed 6.6 grams. Despite its relatively small size, this coin was considered a significant denomination in its time and was widely used in trade and commerce throughout the Italian States. Its intrinsic value was based on the gold content, which made it a reliable and trustworthy form of currency.
