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1 Doppia - Victor Amadeus II
| Gold (.906) | 6.6 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Savoy (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Victor Amadeus II (1675-1730) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1675-1680 |
| Value | 1 Doppia (18) |
| Currency | Lira |
| Composition | Gold (.906) |
| Weight | 6.6 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#29415 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned shield of manifold arms with central shield of Savoy, chain of order around, date at end of legend
Script: Latin
Lettering: PRINCI. PEDEM - REGES. CYP. 1678
Translation: Prince of Piedmont, King of Cyprus
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Victor Amadeus II 1675-1680 1 Doppia coin from the Duchy of Savoy (Italian States) is that it was minted during a time of significant political and economic change in the region. The coin was issued during the reign of Victor Amadeus II, who was the Duke of Savoy from 1675 until his death in 1730. During his reign, Victor Amadeus II implemented a number of reforms aimed at strengthening the economy and military of the Duchy, which had been weakened by years of conflict and political instability. The minting of this coin, which was made of gold and had a relatively high denomination for the time period, may have been a symbol of the Duke's efforts to promote economic growth and stability in the region.
