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1 Florin - Leopold II
1859 year| Silver (.917) | 6.88 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Grand Duchy of Tuscany (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Grand duke | Leopold II (1824-1859) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1859 |
| Value | 1 Fiorino |
| Currency | Fiorino (1826-1859) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 6.88 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Thickness | 1.82 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#38344 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Fleur-de-lis within beaded circle, date below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
QUATRINI CENTO
*FIORINO*
1859
Engraver: Luigi Gori
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Florin - Leopold II 1859 coin from the Grand Duchy of Tuscany is that it features a unique design element - the portrait of Leopold II, the ruling monarch at the time, is depicted with a distinctive pointed beard, which was a signature feature of his appearance. This design detail sets the coin apart from other coins of the time and makes it easily recognizable to collectors and historians.
