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1 Lira - Ferdinando II
| Silver | 3.98 g | 26.5 mm |
| Issuer | Grand Duchy of Tuscany (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Grand duke | Ferdinand II (1621-1670) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1623-1650 |
| Value | 1 Lira |
| Currency | Lira (1533-1826) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.98 g |
| Diameter | 26.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.02 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#83461 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Circular caption, decapitation of Saint John the Baptist.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VT · TESTIM ONIV · PERHIB
Edge
Plain
Comment
Variations in the legends.Apart from this type (MIR 300), this piece also exists with the adult portrait of Ferdinando II de Medici (MIR 301)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Lira - Ferdinando II 1623-1650 coin from the Grand Duchy of Tuscany is that it features an image of the Grand Duke, Ferdinando II, on one side, and the Tuscan coat of arms on the other. This coin was minted during a time of great cultural and artistic flourishing in Tuscany, and its design reflects the region's rich history and heritage.
