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1 Franco - Felice
| Silver (.900) | 5 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Lucca and Piombino (Lucca, Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Felice Baciocchi (1805-1814) |
| Princess | Elisa Bonaparte (1805-1814) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1805-1808 |
| Value | 1 Franco |
| Currency | Franc (1805-1808) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 5 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Thickness | 1.42 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#18267 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 64% |
Reverse
Circular legend, value on two lines in the center of a laurel wreath tied at the center, vintage below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PRINCIPATO DI LUCCA E PIOMBINO·
1
FRANCO
1808
Engraver: Giovanni Antonio Santarelli
Edge
Leafy, fluted on the left.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Franco - Felice 1805-1808 coin from the Principality of Lucca and Piombino is that it was minted during the reign of Felice Baciocchi, who was the princess of Lucca and Piombino from 1805 to 1808. She was known for her strong leadership and her efforts to modernize the principality, which is reflected in the design of the coin. The coin features an image of Felice Baciocchi on one side and the coat of arms of Lucca and Piombino on the other, symbolizing her rule and the unity of the two territories.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1806 | 60625 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1807 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1808 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Franco - Felice 1805-1808 coin.
