© Nomisma
© Nomisma
1 Grano - Carlo II Palermo mint, small eagle
| Copper | 4.20 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Sicily (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles III (1665-1700) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1685-1687 |
| Value | 1 Grano (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Tari (1060-1754) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 4.20 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#242389 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
4-line inscription with date within a beaded circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VT
COMMO
DIVS
1686
+ • REX • SICILIAE •
Translation:
For convenience 1686
King of Sicily
Edge
Plain
Comment
The mintmark RC stands for Regia Corte (Royal Court), indicating that these coins were minted in the Kingdom's capital, Palermo.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Grano - Carlo II (Palermo mint, small eagle) coin from the Kingdom of Sicily (Italian States) is that it was minted during the reign of King Charles II of Spain, who was also known as Charles the Bewitched. This coin was minted in the city of Palermo, which was an important center for coin production during the Spanish colonial period. The coin's design features a small eagle on one side and the king's name and title on the other, and it was made of copper, which was a common material for coins at the time. Despite its relatively small size and weight, this coin is a valuable piece of history for collectors and historians interested in the currency and culture of the Italian States during the 17th century.
