1 Lira - Victor Amadeus II 1717-1718 front 1 Lira - Victor Amadeus II 1717-1718 back
1 Lira - Victor Amadeus II 1717-1718 photo
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1 Lira - Victor Amadeus II

 
Silver (.917) 5.9 g 29 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Savoy (Italian States)
Duke
Victor Amadeus II (1675-1730)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1717-1718
Value
1 Lira
Currency
Lira
Composition
Silver (.917)
Weight
5.9 g
Diameter
29 mm
Thickness
1 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#350701
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned shield of Savoy, date divided at top, value 'S. 20' below.

Script: Latin

Lettering: • DUX • SAB • ET • MON TISF • PRIN • PED • &c •

Unabridged legend: Dux Sabaudiae et Montisfer, Principes Pedemont etc

Translation: Duke of Savoy and Montferrat, Prince of Piedmont etc

Edge

Embossed corded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Lira - Victor Amadeus II 1717-1718 coin from the Duchy of Savoy (Italian States) is that it features an image of Victor Amadeus II, who was the Duke of Savoy from 1675 to 1730. He played a significant role in the history of the region, known for his military campaigns and his efforts to modernize the state. The coin's design, which includes an image of the Duke on one side and the coat of arms of Savoy on the other, reflects the importance of the Duke and the Duchy of Savoy during that time period.