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1 Grano - Vittorio Amedeo
| Copper | 4.9 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Sicily (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Victor Amadeus (1713-1720) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1713-1719 |
| Value | 1 Grano (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Tari (1060-1754) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 4.9 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1861 |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#62790 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 65% |
Reverse
4-line inscription with date in baroque frame, mintmaster's initials below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PVBLICA
COMMO
DITAS
1715
Edge
Plain
Comment
Varieties exist.Interesting fact
The 1 Grano coin from the Kingdom of Sicily, minted during the reign of Vittorio Amedeo (1713-1719), is interesting because it was made of copper, a material that was not commonly used for coinage at that time. Most coins of that era were made of precious metals like gold, silver, or gold-silver alloys. The use of copper for this coin reflects the economic and political circumstances of the Kingdom of Sicily during that period, as copper was a more affordable and accessible material for minting coins. This coin is a unique example of the resourcefulness and adaptability of the Kingdom of Sicily's minting practices during a time of economic challenge.
