1 Grano - Carlo III 1737-1738 front 1 Grano - Carlo III 1737-1738 back
1 Grano - Carlo III 1737-1738 photo
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1 Grano - Carlo III

 
Copper - 23 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Sicily (Italian States)
King
Charles V (1735-1759)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1737-1738
Value
1 Grano (1⁄20)
Currency
Tari (1060-1754)
Composition
Copper
Diameter
23 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#107447
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

4-line inscription with date in baroque frame.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
VT
COMMO
DIVS
1737

Interesting fact

The 1 Grano coin from the Kingdom of Sicily, minted between 1737 and 1738 during the reign of Carlo III, features an interesting design element - a small image of a dolphin, which symbolizes the island's maritime history and trade connections.