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1 Grano - Filippo IV
| Copper (copper alloy) | 8.3 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Naples (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Philip III (1621-1647, 1648-1665) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1638-1648 |
| Value | 1 Grano (1⁄120) |
| Currency | Piastra (1266-1812) |
| Composition | Copper (copper alloy) |
| Weight | 8.3 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#169033 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Crowned shield with arms of Sicily and Jerusalem - with 4 to left of shield and 6 to the right
Script: Latin
Lettering:
[+]SICILIAE ET H[IERVSALEM]
4 6
Engraver: Giovanni Andrea Cavo
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issue dates from 1636 to 1648, with numerous variations, particularly in the portraits. Seehttps://numismatica-italiana.lamoneta.it/moneta/W-FIV/14#11
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Grano coin from the Kingdom of Naples is that it was issued during the reign of King Philip IV, who was also known as Philip the Great. He was a prominent figure in European politics and military affairs during the 17th century, and his reign saw significant cultural and artistic achievements in the Kingdom of Naples. The coin itself is made of copper, which was a common material for coins at the time, and it weighs 8.3 grams, which is relatively light compared to other coins of similar value.
