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1 Francescone - Leopoldo II
| Silver (.917) | 27.34 g | 41 mm |
| Issuer | Grand Duchy of Tuscany (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Grand duke | Leopold II (1824-1859) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1833-1841 |
| Value | 1 Francescone (4) |
| Currency | Fiorino (1826-1859) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 27.34 g |
| Diameter | 41 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#21582 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Crowned arms with spikes, date below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SVSCEPTOR NOSTER DEVS
PISIS 1839
Engraver: Luigi Pichler
Edge
Inscription
Lettering: • QUATTRO FIORINI • • DIECI PAOLI •
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Francescone - Leopoldo II 1833-1841 coin from the Grand Duchy of Tuscany is that it was minted during a time of great change and political upheaval in Italy. The coin was issued during the reign of Leopold II, who was the last Grand Duke of Tuscany and ruled from 1833 until 1841. During this time, there was growing unrest and revolutionary sentiment throughout Italy, which ultimately led to the overthrow of the monarchy and the establishment of a unified Italian state in 1861. Despite this turmoil, the 1 Francescone coin remained a popular and widely used denomination throughout the period, and its design featuring the profile of Leopold II has become a recognizable symbol of Tuscany's rich history and cultural heritage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1833 | 5400 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1834 | 9550 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1836 | 13900 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1839 | 67500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1840 | 22300 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1841 | 21000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Francescone - Leopoldo II 1833-1841 coin.
