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1 Francescone - Ferdinando III
| Silver (.917) | 27.5 g | 41 mm |
| Issuer | Grand Duchy of Tuscany (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Grand duke | Ferdinand III (1790-1801, 1814-1824) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1814-1824 |
| Value | 1 Francescone (20⁄3) |
| Currency | Lira (1533-1826) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 27.5 g |
| Diameter | 41 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#21647 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Crowned shield with spikes divides wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LEX TVA VERITAS ·
PISIS · 1815·
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Francescone coin from the Grand Duchy of Tuscany is that it was minted during a time of great political and economic change in Italy. The coin was issued during the reign of Ferdinando III, who ruled the Grand Duchy from 1814 to 1824. During this period, Italy was undergoing a process of unification, with various states and city-states being united under a single government. The 1 Francescone coin is a tangible reminder of this tumultuous period in Italian history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1814 | 29300 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1819 | 124000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1820 | 11300 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1824 | 172900 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Francescone - Ferdinando III 1814-1824 coin.
