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1 Grano - Ferdinando IV

 
Copper 6.3 g 25.4 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Naples (Italian States)
King
Ferdinand IV (1759-1799, 1799-1806, 1815-181)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1788-1800
Value
1 Grano (1⁄120)
Currency
Piastra (1266-1812)
Composition
Copper
Weight
6.3 g
Diameter
25.4 mm
Thickness
1.9 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#20823
Rarity index
30%

Reverse

Written value, date below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
VN
GRANO
CAVALLI
C· 12· C·
1789

Engraver: Domenico Perger

Edge

Plain.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Grano coin from the Kingdom of Naples (Italian States) made of Copper and weighing 6.3g is that it was issued during the reign of Ferdinand IV, who was the King of Naples from 1788 to 1800. During his reign, he implemented several economic reforms, including the introduction of a new currency system, which included the 1 Grano coin. This coin was an important part of everyday transactions and was used by the people of Naples for buying goods and services. Despite being made of copper, which is a relatively inexpensive metal, the 1 Grano coin was highly valued by the people of Naples and was used widely throughout the kingdom.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1789 CC - - - - - -
1792 PAP - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Grano - Ferdinando IV 1788-1800 coin.