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1 Francescone - Pietro Leopoldo
| Silver (.917) | 27.5 g | 42 mm |
| Issuer | Grand Duchy of Tuscany (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Grand duke | Peter Leopold (1765-1790) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1786-1790 |
| Value | 1 Francescone (20⁄3) |
| Currency | Lira (1533-1826) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 27.5 g |
| Diameter | 42 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#21659 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Crowned shield with spikes in order chain.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
GRESSVS MEOS DIRIGE DOMINE
PISIS 1787
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Francescone coin from the Grand Duchy of Tuscany is that it was minted during the reign of Pietro Leopoldo, who was the first ruler of the Habsburg-Lorraine dynasty to introduce a new currency system in the Grand Duchy. This system, known as the "Francescone," was introduced in 1786 and was based on the silver standard, with the 1 Francescone coin being equal to 100 quattrini (a smaller denomination coin). The coin was made of silver (.917) and weighed 27.5 grams. This coin was an important part of the currency system in the Grand Duchy of Tuscany during this time period and is now a valuable collector's item for numismatists.
