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1 Grano - Carlo III
| Copper | 4.2 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Sicily (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles IV (1720-1735) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1720-1721 |
| Value | 1 Grano (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Tari (1060-1754) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 4.2 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#155157 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
4-line inscription with date
Script: Latin
Lettering: HISP.ET VTR.-SIC.REX
Translation: (V)(U)T/COMMO/DI(V)(U)S
Comment
Between 1720 and 1734, Sicily was under Austrian rule and at that time, Carlo III of Sicily was Karl VI von Habsbourg, Holy Emperor.Interesting fact
The 1 Grano coin from the Kingdom of Sicily, minted between 1720 and 1721, features an interesting design element - a crowned shield with the coat of arms of the House of Bourbon, which was the ruling dynasty at the time. This design was used on many coins during the reign of Charles III, who was the King of Sicily from 1720 to 1734. The use of the Bourbon coat of arms on the coin symbolized the kingdom's allegiance to the Spanish crown, as the House of Bourbon was a branch of the Spanish royal family. This fact highlights the complex history of the Italian states during the 18th century, where various kingdoms and city-states were under the influence of larger European powers.
