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1 Doppia - Victor Amadeus III
| Gold (.905) | 9.116 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Piedmont-Sardinia (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Victor Amadeus III (1773-1796) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1786-1796 |
| Value | 1 Doppia (4) |
| Currency | Scudo Piemontese (1720-1815) |
| Composition | Gold (.905) |
| Weight | 9.116 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#21370 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Displayed eagle, with oval shield of Savoy arms on breast, perched on crossed rod and scepter, crown above, collar of order suspended below.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DVX·SABAVD PRINC·PEDEM
Translation: Duke of Savoy, Prince of Piedmont
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Doppia coin from the Kingdom of Piedmont-Sardinia is that it was minted during a time of significant political and social change in Italy. The coin was issued during the reign of Victor Amadeus III, who was the King of Sardinia from 1773 until his death in 1796. During his reign, the Kingdom of Piedmont-Sardinia underwent significant modernization and reform, including the establishment of a new constitution and the creation of a modern army. The 1 Doppia coin, which was minted in gold and weighs 9.116 grams, is a tangible reminder of this period of transformation and growth in Italian history.
