1 Doppia - Charles Emmanuel II 1640 front 1 Doppia - Charles Emmanuel II 1640 back
1 Doppia - Charles Emmanuel II 1640 photo
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1 Doppia - Charles Emmanuel II

1640 year
Gold 6.61 g 29 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Savoy (Italian States)
Duke
Charles Emmanuel II (1638-1675)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1640
Value
1 Doppia (18)
Currency
Lira
Composition
Gold
Weight
6.61 g
Diameter
29 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#396700
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned shield of manifold arms, with central shield of Savoy, in baroque frame.

Script: Latin

Lettering: DVCES. SAB. PP. PEDE. RR. CYPRY.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1640 Charles Emmanuel II 1 Doppia coin from the Duchy of Savoy (Italian States) is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the region. The coin was issued during the Thirty Years War, a conflict that devastated much of Europe and had significant impacts on the political and economic landscape of the region. Despite this, the coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item due to its rarity and historical significance.