1 Grano - Ferdinando III 1801-1803 front 1 Grano - Ferdinando III 1801-1803 back
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1 Grano - Ferdinando III

 
Copper 2.7 g 19 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Sicily (Italian States)
King
Ferdinand III (1759-1816)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1801-1803
Value
1 Grano (1⁄240)
Currency
Piastra (1755-1815)
Composition
Copper
Weight
2.7 g
Diameter
19 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#83153
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

3-line inscription with date in laurel wreath.

Lettering:
1
GRANO
1801

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Grano - Ferdinando III 1801-1803 coin from the Kingdom of Sicily (Italian States) is that it was minted during a time of great political and social change in the region. The Kingdom of Sicily was a short-lived state that existed from 1806 to 1816, and during this time, the coin was used as a form of currency. The coin's design features an image of King Ferdinand III, who ruled the kingdom during this period. Despite its relatively short lifespan, the Kingdom of Sicily played an important role in the history of Italy, and this coin serves as a reminder of that time.